Friary Care news
A selection of news, stories and events from the care team and residents at Friary House and Kingsley Court in Weymouth.
A selection of news, stories and events from the care team and residents at Friary House and Kingsley Court in Weymouth.
We’re delighted to share that Kingsley Court has achieved an overall rating of Good following its latest inspection by the…
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A change of scenery and plenty of fascinating sea creatures made for a lovely afternoon out as residents enjoyed a…
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Choosing the right care home for a loved one is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, but with…
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Sunshine, ice creams and good company have made for a wonderful summer at Friary Care, with residents making the most…
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If you’re caring for a loved one with dementia, you may have noticed their behaviour changing as the condition progresses….
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Teddy bears, magic and plenty of laughter made for a wonderful afternoon as residents welcomed their families and children for…
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Residents enjoyed a taste of the capital as Friary Care was transformed for a fun-filled London-themed day. From decorations and…
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Gentlemen’s Day was a wonderful opportunity to recognise and celebrate all the important men in our lives. While the occasion…
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A very special new member has joined the team at Friary Care. We are delighted to introduce Sullivan, our newest…
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Finding the right care home for a loved one is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for them…
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Access to regular training gives staff the opportunity to advance their skills, build confidence and strengthen their knowledge in specific…
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Caring for a family member is a selfless and rewarding experience, but it is not without it’s challenges. Looking after…
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National Bee Day provided the perfect opportunity for residents to learn more about one of nature’s most important creatures while…
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Getting out and about, staying active and spending time together are all important parts of life at Friary Care. Recently,…
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Every year, the anniversary of D-Day serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery, resilience and sacrifice shown by a…
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At Friary Care, supporting emotional wellbeing and social connection is an important part of everyday life. As part of Mental…
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At Friary Care, we were proud to come together to commemorate the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Our VE…
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At Friary Care, we believe that mental wellbeing is just as important as physical health. That is why we were…
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Older people are particularly vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can have a significant impact on their physical and…
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At Friary Care, we always look for meaningful ways to connect with our residents and celebrate the things that bring…
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At Friary Care, our team spirit is at the heart of everything we do. In a truly memorable and meaningful…
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At Friary Care, Easter has been a time full of joy, laughter and togetherness. Our residents have enjoyed a fun…
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For many people, moving into a care home represents a significant life change. It can feel overwhelming at first, for…
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At Friary Care, we love bringing themed events and seasonal celebrations to life for our residents. This year, our St…
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At Friary Care, we love finding meaningful ways to celebrate special occasions. This Mothering Sunday, we are marked the day…
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At Friary Care, our team is at the heart of everything we do. Their compassion, dedication and commitment ensure that…
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What is Dementia? Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, language and problem-solving skills. It can also impact…
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Establishing a meaningful daily routine is incredibly important in the care home environment. Routines can help residents feel more settled…
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At Friary Care, we love welcoming local groups into our homes to create uplifting and meaningful experiences for our residents….
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Christmas at Friary House is all about togetherness, joy and creating memories that truly matter. Our recent Christmas dinner party…
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Christmas is always a special time at Friary Care and this year was no exception. Our Christmas party brought together…
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Mental fitness deserves the same attention we give to physical health, yet it’s often overlooked in our wellness routines. As…
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Christmas arrived a little early this year at Friary Care in Weymouth as residents and families came together for a…
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At Friary Care in Weymouth, our residents and team came together to honour Armistice Day, also known as Remembrance Day….
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As the golden leaves settle on the ground and a gentle sea breeze rolls in from the Weymouth coast, we…
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Dorset offers an impressive collection of attractions, many of which are thoughtfully designed to welcome visitors with mobility challenges and…
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What did Halloween celebrations look like for you back in the 1940s through the 1960s? Do you remember all those…
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Friary Care had a great day raising money for the Macmillan Coffee Morning with our family and friends! Lots of…
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We are delighted to share that our recent Macmillan Coffee Morning here at the home was a huge success! Residents,…
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We’re celebrating National Day of Arts in Care Homes here at Friary Care! The National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) champions…
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We’re hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning at 10:30am on Friday 26th September at Kingsley Court and Monday 29th September at…
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Saying Farewell to Summer As the wonderful summer of 2025 at our Weymouth care home comes to a close, we’re…
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Wow, what a day! When Friary Care went to the Sea Life Centre! Our residents started the day by enjoying…
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Friary Care takes pride in giving our wonderful residents lots of amazing events at any and all times of the…
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Today was a truly special and meaningful day here at Friary Care as our residents came together to reflect, create,…
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Friary Care residents have had an amazing sunny day out! Our caring staff continue to do what they do best:…
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If you go down to Friary Care, you’re sure of a big surprise – because Friary’s the place that Teddy…
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As summer arrives in the UK, we’re enjoying longer, brighter days and a warm, gentle breeze. It’s an uplifting time…
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Being there for someone you love is one of the most generous things you can do, but even the most…
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Planning a day trips in Dorset for your elderly relative or loved one? Weymouth is a fantastic option, offering a…
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The residents and team at Friary Care enjoyed a wonderful little trip to the Weymouth promenade! We all very much…
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At Friary Care pride ourselves on delivering the best possible care to our residents, that is why we would like…
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It’s Mental Health Awareness Week here at Friary Care, and also Wear It Green Day! At Friary Care we consider…
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Our motorbike loving resident, Pat, received a visit from John at the weekend; John often gets involved in local bike…
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We had an lovely time celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Friary Care! ✌️🇬🇧 We wanted to commemorate…
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A very happy Easter from everyone at Friary Care! Friary Care residents have had such a fun-packed Easter this year…
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Are you considering residential care for a loved one living with dementia? We understand that this can be an incredibly…
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As we get older, we are faced with increasing challenges and obstacles thrown our way. Challenges like decreasing mobility and…
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As residents in our care age, maintaining mobility becomes increasingly important. This is why we make maintaining mobility in care…
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Meaningful connections are important for anyone at any age. As we get older, it becomes more difficult to make those…
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Instead of Valentine’s Day we here at Friary Care celebrate Friendship Day! Friendship Day for us here at Friary Care…
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We have had great fun at Friary Care learning about the Chinese zodiac and celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year,…
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When a loved one moves into residential care it can be one of the most emotional and challenging decisions a…
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When it comes to choosing a care home in Weymouth for a loved one, location plays a significant role in…
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Ho ho ho! What a wonderful time of the year making memories at our Friary Care Christmas party with family…
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Friary Care today wanted to share a fun afternoon with our amazing residents and their families. Residents’ children and grandchildren…
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Staff and residents at Friary Care have come together for Armistice Day. For Armistice Day (also known as Remembrance Day)…
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A BIG 100th Birthday Celebration for Peggy! Wow, what an amazing way for Peggy to celebrate her 100th birthday;…
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We have been celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Day 2024 at Friary Care this week. This year we have added touches…
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Making sure mental health is catered for within care plans for the elderly is critical in a care home. Giving…
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At Friary Care, we are passionate about planning fun and exciting activities for our care home residents and visitors to…
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At Friary Care we consider the mental wellbeing of our residents and staff to be of the utmost importance. That’s…
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At Friary Care we want to celebrate Cycling Without Age, an incredible charity that provides free ‘trishaw’ cycle rides to members…
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We love to see our residents at Friary Care laughing, smiling, and generally having great fun! Here is some photos…
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Friary Care always supports charities close to our hearts – that’s why we’re supporting Macmillian Coffee Morning Day 2024! This…
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Receiving the diagnosis of dementia is a life-changing adjustment and can be devastating news to hear for both the patient…
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Yes, it certainly was here at Friary Care when we had a visit from magician and entertainer Danny Lee Grew!…
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Our residents at Here at Friary Care have been chefs for the day! Today at Friary Care we had some…
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Every October we make it our mission to support and raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which runs from…
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Oh we do like to be beside the seaside, oh we do like to be beside the sea! The residents…
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Choosing a care home in Dorset for your loved one is a crucial and meaningful decision and it’s natural to…
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Friary Care had badminton , Archery , darts and toss the hoops and we had French food as the Olympics…
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As summer unfolds, many families look forward to taking a holiday and time away from their daily routines. For those…
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We got our glad rags on, adjusted our fascinators, and headed to the race course! We had an absolutely great…
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July marks the annual celebration of Good Care Month, an initiative championed by the National Health Service (NHS) and various…
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Friary Care is all set for Gentlemen’s Day (also known as Father’s Day)! Instead of just fathers we want to…
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June 6th 2024 marked the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings along the Normandy coast during World War II. The…
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Friary House has been fundraising for World Dementia Day! Friary House have been fundraising for World Dementia Day on behalf…
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On Friday 17th May we decided to mark mental health awareness week by recognising this year’s current theme of ‘movement…
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In honour of mental health awareness week, Friary House has been taking part in several activities over a series of…
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Today our residents went for a tour round London! Residents and staff had a fun packed day decorating the care…
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Friary Care has always been a keen advocate for training and development, and over the past few years we have…
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It’s ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ here at Friary Care! The residents of Friary Care have experienced a performance to remember…
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A very eggs-citing Easter show at Friary Care! The residents of Friary Care have experienced a performance to remember from…
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A very happy Easter from everyone at Friary Care! 🐥🐣🐥 Friary Care residents have had such a fun-packed Easter this…
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Friarycare is celebrating India 🇮🇳 with a curry meal and making Indian foods. The friarycare community has been busy with…
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It’s Springtime here at Friary Care! Springtime has finally arrived and what better way to celebrate than to put on…
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Top of the morning to ya with lots of cheers from everyone here at Friary Care Today we have had…
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Something funny’s going on… as it’s Red Nose Day at Friary Care! Friary Care has got into the Red Nose…
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At Friary Care we are celebrating Mothering Sunday in our own way by celebrating Ladies Day! Instead of just mothers…
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Appreciating our Friary Care family on Employee Appreciation Day! At Friary Care we are so appreciative, thankful, and proud of…
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Friary Care residents went out on a cycle trip with Cycling Without Age Weymouth. See what they got up to….
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What fun! Fantastic Food-Tasting at Friary! We have had some amazing new experiences over the last few days here at…
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Instead of Valentine’s Day we here at Friary Care celebrate Friendship Day! Friendship Day for us here at Friary…
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We have had a wonderful time at Friary Care getting into the Scottish spirit, putting up decorations adorned in…
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At Friary House we’ve had some special guests from The Ranch and they brought some even more special guests: snakes,…
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We kicked off the new year at Kingsley Court with a visit from Mel and the beautiful, award winning Westhill…
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From everyone at Friary Care we would like to wish you a very Happy New Year! 2023 has been an…
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Ho ho ho! What a wonderful time of year to enjoy a Christmas party with family and friends, here at…
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The residents of Friary Care have experienced a performance to remember from Dan of The Entertainment Providers! Dan delivered a…
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We recently took two of our lovely residents out for a lovely summer’s day stroll. What was truly exceptional was…
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We’ve had such an amazing time at the Friary Care Summer Ball! We here at Friary Care love…
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It has become a well-known fact that looking after our mental health is just as important as staying physically fit….
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At Friary Care we are pleased to welcome Kelly into a new role; Kelly is running two new clubs –…
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Wow, what a day Friary Care has had at the Weymouth Sea Life Centre! Our residents started the day by…
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The team and residents at Friary care wanted to say a big thank you, and to show our appreciation to…
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Friary care has been planting herbs in the new garden for the new cooking club and had a visit from…
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From all of us at Friary Care we want to say a massive thank you to all of the nurses…
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To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, Friary Care has put together four days of fun-filled activities. Everything has…
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All our staff, residents, and their loving families, have been going ‘quackers’ over our newest and cutest friends here at…
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A very happy Easter from everyone at Friary Care! Friary Care residents have had such a fun-packed Easter this year…
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It’s Reptile Day at Friary Care! Today at Friary House we had some special guests from The Ranch and they…
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At Friary Care we are celebrating Mothering Sunday in our own way by celebrating Ladies Day! Instead of just mothers…
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We are having a day of dual celebrations at Friary Care! It’s because today is not just Saint Patrick’s Day…
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We also made friends with some very special guests: Dainty and Annie – the amazing donkeys. Our visit from Dainty…
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Friary Care work with amazing young people who we hope inspire a new generation into social care. Here’s an article…
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Friary Care is proud to work with Weymouth College! We love to care for our residents but we also love…
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Instead of Valentine’s Day at Friary Care we celebrate Friendship Day! Friendship Day for us here at Friary Care means…
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Happy Chinese New Year from Friary Care! Our two care homes in Weymouth, Kingsley Court and Friary House celebrated the…
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We are pleased to announce that we have recently upgraded our washing machines at Friary House and Kingsley Court residential…
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Some fantastic photos of Friary Care and family Christmas Thank you to all of you for your support from our…
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Friary Care is glad to announce the winners of the 2022 Elf on the Shelf Competition! We had many entries…
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Friary House had another lovely afternoon seeing the birds of prey. Our residents really enjoy interacting with the birds of…
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As we age our hearing gradually deteriorates. While many people don’t admit to having hearing difficulties, hearing loss is a…
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At Friary Care we have finally had a piece of Christmas back after what feels like forever – we had…
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Question…. Can you ever have too much tinsel ? Today the team ventured out and sprinkled some Ranch magic to…
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Kingsley Court and Friary House have achieved a rating of 5 from Food Standards Agency which is the highest rating….
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Friary Care staff are raising money for Children in Need by starting off the day by having a swim before…
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Armistice Day (also known as Remembrance Day) from everyone here at Friary Care we want to show our sombre respect…
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Friary Care had a great day raising money for Macmillan Coffee Morning. Lots of delicious cakes were made and enjoyed…
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Residents at Friary Care have been working hard on making their Halloween decoration from salt dough, to picture, to scary…
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On Sunday 23rd we had a real treat at Kingsley Court when Martin Rushforth and his band of merry singers…
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We did it!! On Saturday 29th October some of ‘team Friary’ took part in Muddy Dog Challenge in Exeter, in…
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The World Health Organisation promotes World Mental Health Day, on October 10th every year. And this year the staff and…
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Friary Care’s Wonderful Art for ‘Art in Care Homes Week’!We have had the lovely artist, Sarah Jane Ross, in the…
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Today, all of us who are part of the Friary Care family raised a toast to the Queen; to the…
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All of the staff and residents here at Friary Care would like to pay tribute and give thanks to the…
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Wheelchairs at the ready. Chris the photographer at the ready. And as you can see our residents were especially at…
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Kingsley Court part of Friary Care Weymouth care home had a wonderful trip out to The Jailhouse Café at Portland;…
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Our residents of Friary House have enjoyed an amazing and beautiful day out by the beach at Bowleaze Cove. The…
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How lucky were we to have Agnetha (also known as Sarah Hewson), the Abba legend visit us at Kingsley Court…
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High temperatures and the scorching sun are a challenge for everyone. And for the elderly, the warm weather that we…
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Wow what an amazing experience we had at Friary House when Sharandys Birds of Prey came to visit. We were…
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You can still enjoy life at a 102 happy birthday to Kathleen what a day on Sunday 19 June. Born…
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Sunday was a lovely day. Everyone had a great time making decorations playing bowls, cards, dominoes and skittles but the…
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On Saturday we had a lovely roast dinner, with tv highlights of the jubilee processions, followed by music by Steve…
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A very happy Platinum Jubilee to the Queen! At Friary Care we have had 4 days of action-packed events! On…
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Moving into a care home can have lots of benefits but making the decision to move out of your home…
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One of the most difficult things in life is moving into a care home. Not least because many people who…
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For the last two weeks we’ve all been caring for some new additions to the home, 8 chick eggs. 🐣🐥…
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Weymouth care provider, Friary Care, is to pay all colleagues the Real Living Wage or higher from April. Their Living…
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A new bench has been donated in memory of Ian Chapman who lived at Kingsley Court for three years. Now…
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Everyone at Friary Care would like to wish their family and friends a very happy Easter! Friary Care residents have…
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When it comes to choosing a care home in Dorset for your loved one, you will, of course, want to…
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We’ve been celebrating St Patrick’s Day at Friary Care with a little music and dance Some more photos from…
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All of us at Friary Care appreciate the things that are valuable to our residents and us as a team….
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All the residents and staff wish our loved ones a very merry Christmas and a very happy New Year! 🎄🎉🎁🎉🎄
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The residents and staff of both homes have managed to catch lots of photos with our cheeky little elf in…
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It’s that time year again… and a certain naughty elf is back at Friary! This elf is not just on…
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Today on Armistice Day (also known as Remembrance Day) from everyone here at Friary Care we want to show our…
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We had a spooktacular Halloween this weekend at Friary House and Kingsley Court ! The homes were adorned with scary…
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Friary Care has had a great time supporting the Macmillan Coffee Morning! ☕🍰☕ Lots of amazing family members and friends…
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We believe there is huge benefit to rewarding our staff, it enables us to recruit and retain the best…
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Oh we do like to be beside the seaside! Today we’ve enjoyed the beach very close to home! Our residents…
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Friary Care residents had a wonderful day raising awareness for the Alzheimer’s Cupcake Day! This event actually took place on…
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What a surprise! Today Kingsley Court had a visit from the yoga goats from The Ranch in Weymouth. The goats,…
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Following on from our lovely resident, Una celebrating her BIG 100 birthday last year, today we wish her a very…
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We want to wish our staff at Friary Care, and all of our medical care colleagues, a very happy NHS,…
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It has been buzzing in the Friary Care garden this week – quite literally! A colony of bees decided to…
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Everyone at Friary Care supports the cause of Dementia Week. Dementia Action Week takes place 17th – 23rd May 2021….
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All of the staff and residents here at Friary Care would like to salute the passing of WWII veteran Captain…
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Today is Dignity Action Day! “Dignity Action Day #DAD2021 is an annual opportunity for health and social care workers, and…
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Today on Armistice Day (also known as Remembrance Day) from everyone here at Friary Care we want to show our…
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When it comes to elderly care, not everyone has family or friends to spend Christmas with and lots of elderly…
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We all have moments when we forget where we have left things. Did I switch the TV off before coming…
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It is quite natural to worry about parents as they get older and less able to do things, and with…
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We have had quite a bit of warm weather recently and some people may be concerned about what this means for those they…
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People with dementia move in to care homes for many reasons; their needs might have increased as their dementia has…
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We have been making some improvements at Kingsley Court Care home in Weymouth with the addition of some new folding…
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Although we are living in very difficult times , it is still important to eat healthily. In this blog we…
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Following government guidance we have taken the difficult decision to close both Friary Care care homes to visitors. However, the…
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A Residential care home can come in all different shapes and sizes, some are run by local authorities, by private…
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The move to a care home can happen for a number of reasons but in some cases, it might be…
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Every month at Friary Care in Weymouth, Dorset we like to celebrate a particular theme. As this month has Valentine’s…
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When it comes to residential care, there are a number of things to take into consideration – including physical and…
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It’s only natural to feel daunted if moving into a care home, but there are few things you and your…
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Friary House has had a naughty visitor this Christmas! The staff and residents have had lots of fun taking photos…
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Following one of our latest articles about financing your care, we’re going to take a closer look at how deferred…
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Many of you will know Mr Ronald Meades who is a Burma star veteran of the Burma campaign between 1939-45…
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There are plenty of options when it comes to financing your care. From self-funding to applying to your local authority,…
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The festive period is known by many for its glad tidings, great food and much merriment. However, for some the…
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Friary Care offers a range of Dementia Care in Weymouth. However, if yourself or a loved one has recently been…
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We were delighted to take part in the first National Day of Arts in Care Homes Day with our own…
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Putting in place a power of attorney can give you peace of mind when moving in to a care home….
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Care Planning at Friary Care in Weymouth Anyone who uses care services, must be provided with services that they have…
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Personal expenditure Friary Care that operates two care homes in Weymouth, does not hold any of its client’s money, instead…
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Friary Care train operate a comprehensive training programme all their staff. They receive a wealth of training including:- Manual handling…
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The Care Quality Commission are the independent regulator of health and social care in England. Their purpose is to make…
Read moreMy grandmother is extremely happy at Friary House. The staff are hardworking, kind, caring and always smiling. As a family, we feel comfort knowing our grandmother/mother is safe and happy. At Friary House, the team are exceptional. Thank you!
Megan M
