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26 Carlton Road North, Weymouth, DT4 7PY
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22 January 2026
My 95 year old Mum was in need of respite care following a period of time in hospital. The team were very understanding of her needs for the 2 weeks she spent at Friary House. Her mental health improved greatly with their encouragement and care. They set her up in a routine to enable her to return
home.
I would not hesitate to use Friary House in the future if Mum requires their care. Well done, management and all the team. Many thanks.
22 January 2026
The care and attention given to residents was exceptional & the Christmas parties & activities for friends & family were absolutely brilliant. My granddaughter still talks about the clown at the Christmas party. The food at the Christmas meal was delicious.
Thank you to all the staff at Friary
House.
17 June 2025
My father originally stayed for 2 weeks respite while moving to the area. When the time came for him to be admitted to a care home following 6 weeks in hospital, seriously unwell, there was no other home that matched up to the kind of care he had received in respite. Despite his frailty on admission
and 2 years later he is still holding his own, and never he or the family have any regrets about our choice of home.
15 January 2025
From my first encounter with the staff at Friary House I felt sure that my dad was in the safest of hands. Dad was extremely well cared for - personal care was fantastic, activities were amazing (birds of prey, chicks, sheep, ice cream van, trips out, fish and chips to name a few). Dietary
requirement met (delicious lunches, snacks, great variety). Health - regular visits from nurse practitioner and great communication at all times. All the staff have been incredible and I am so grateful for their kindness to my dad and my family too. An amazing team.
07 October 2024
My mother spent the last four weeks of her life in Friary House. She was well cared for by kind and compassionate staff. This kindness was extended to her family and we were able to visit at any time. The end-of-life care given by the manager and staff was exemplary and went a long way in easing my
mother's final days and hours. Knowing that she was in such a kind and caring home was very reassuring for us all.
14 July 2023
The care home are there for the residents, organising activities and trips out. My mother has thrived while living here and the staff are very attentive to the residents’ needs. The home is always welcoming, exceptionally clean and smells very pleasant. My sister and I were very relieved when we
walked into the home on a fact finding mission to find a suitable home for our mother. The other homes weren’t a patch on Friary House. It has made mum’s and our lives very happy.
21 February 2023
U cannot describe the feeling of great reassurance we feel as a family knowing that our grandmother/mother is at Friary House. The care and compassion the staff have to give is immense.
04 February 2023
We chose Friary House as my mother's new home four years ago, having viewed a number of other care homes across Weymouth. We made the right decision. The standard of care that the team provide is simply outstanding. The staff have supported Mum's needs as an individual and kept me fully informed and
involved - giving me complete confidence that mum is safe and able to enjoy her daily life.
Friary is light and airy and isn't as large as some other homes, so the staff are able to make it feel like a family home.
Mum has taken part in frequent activities ranging from arts and crafts, themed events and musical entertainment (she loves to sing) and even had the chance to interact with birds of prey!
Cleanliness, maintenance, home-cooked food and personal care are all excellent.
The staff and management are very approachable. Mum feels 'loved' and cared for. The staff should take credit for making Friary such a wonderful, safe home for Mum through to end-of-life care.
20 October 2020
Thanks to the patience and willing helpfulness of the staff, I have arranged regular garden visits with Dad since May, whether a summer's evening beer together, an early morning visit before lunch or enjoying an afternoon in the sun, the staff never seem inconvenienced. Given the time needed to get
Dad organised and to help him on to the decking, the staff are always welcoming. Often my dad asks how I found this 'gem'. The atmosphere is warm, homely and intimate. Most of the staff have been there for many years and they all seem to know him well. A real gem.
08 October 2019
The highest standard of care and healthcare was constantly provided to Mum over four and a half years. The environment is one of care, warmth, and friendship - as a home should be - and is combined with great attention to detail. It was Mum's home and she was very happy there. This is the best
healthcare and care culture that I have seen and experienced.
19 September 2019
This is a very caring home. All the staff treat the residents with great kindness, dignity and respect. They consulted us whenever they wanted to, in regards to something in my husband's care. He was very content and enjoyed the various activities. Noting his life had been at sea, they enhanced his
life by taking him out for coffee where he could see the marina and boats. Also, to the esplanade to walk and see the sea. They also provided videos and CD's about ships, boats and watched them with him. As a family, we are very grateful for the care he was given and understanding when his health deteriorated.
19 August 2019
The staff are always smiling at whatever time of day.
They will ring the GP if anything is amiss with the service users.
They contact families for updates and look after the service users with any problems/anxiety/illness etc immediately.
I've booked my room already.
02 January 2019
My Aunt was very reluctant to move into a care home as it meant admitting she could no longer cope.
Friary House have done everything possible to make this a positive experience and looked after her brilliantly. Thank you.
02 January 2019
I can't believe how safe and happy I am living here.
The food, staff plus the good company plus the cat who keeps us company day and night.
02 January 2019
I'm happy. Love it when my daughter comes for lunch.
My room is lovely, the staff are wonderful. Most of all I'm happy.
02 January 2019
My sister has been very happy here.
She has all she needs.
The staff are so friendly and caring.
She never complains in fact just the reverse!
Whenever I visit I am greeted with a friendly smile.
21 December 2018
Staff show human kindness and treat residents as individuals. There is a genuine sense of team spirit. Flexibility and welcome show to family and visitors is much appreciated. A homely atmosphere in the best sense.
A "very good" box would have been useful for all questions below. For "good" read
"very good" in most instances.
21 December 2018
Mum was treated with absolute love, dignity and respect. She had comfort and companionship. As a family, we were kept informed of every aspect of her call.
07 September 2018
A truly welcoming and caring home. The management team and staff were always kind to residents and always mindful of the resident's needs and preferences, treating them with dignity and respect at all times. They treated the family of residents with kindness and respect, were always polite and
engaging. Activities were frequent for residents both in and out of the home and inclusive of relatives. I would have no hesitation in recommending Friary House for residential care.
07 September 2018
My Mother was a resident at Friary House. The staff were always friendly and went above and beyond for my mother. The home is clean. The food is all home cooked and the cakes lovely.
Latest Reviews for Friary House
22 January 2026
My 95 year old Mum was in need of respite care following a period of time in hospital. The team were very understanding of her needs for the 2 weeks she spent at Friary House. Her mental health improved greatly with their encouragement and care. They set her up in a routine to enable her to return
home.
I would not hesitate to use Friary House in the future if Mum requires their care. Well done, management and all the team. Many thanks.
22 January 2026
The care and attention given to residents was exceptional & the Christmas parties & activities for friends & family were absolutely brilliant. My granddaughter still talks about the clown at the Christmas party. The food at the Christmas meal was delicious.
Thank you to all the staff at Friary
House.
17 June 2025
My father originally stayed for 2 weeks respite while moving to the area. When the time came for him to be admitted to a care home following 6 weeks in hospital, seriously unwell, there was no other home that matched up to the kind of care he had received in respite. Despite his frailty on admission
and 2 years later he is still holding his own, and never he or the family have any regrets about our choice of home.
15 January 2025
From my first encounter with the staff at Friary House I felt sure that my dad was in the safest of hands. Dad was extremely well cared for - personal care was fantastic, activities were amazing (birds of prey, chicks, sheep, ice cream van, trips out, fish and chips to name a few). Dietary
requirement met (delicious lunches, snacks, great variety). Health - regular visits from nurse practitioner and great communication at all times. All the staff have been incredible and I am so grateful for their kindness to my dad and my family too. An amazing team.
07 October 2024
My mother spent the last four weeks of her life in Friary House. She was well cared for by kind and compassionate staff. This kindness was extended to her family and we were able to visit at any time. The end-of-life care given by the manager and staff was exemplary and went a long way in easing my
mother's final days and hours. Knowing that she was in such a kind and caring home was very reassuring for us all.
14 July 2023
The care home are there for the residents, organising activities and trips out. My mother has thrived while living here and the staff are very attentive to the residents’ needs. The home is always welcoming, exceptionally clean and smells very pleasant. My sister and I were very relieved when we
walked into the home on a fact finding mission to find a suitable home for our mother. The other homes weren’t a patch on Friary House. It has made mum’s and our lives very happy.
21 February 2023
U cannot describe the feeling of great reassurance we feel as a family knowing that our grandmother/mother is at Friary House. The care and compassion the staff have to give is immense.
04 February 2023
We chose Friary House as my mother's new home four years ago, having viewed a number of other care homes across Weymouth. We made the right decision. The standard of care that the team provide is simply outstanding. The staff have supported Mum's needs as an individual and kept me fully informed and
involved - giving me complete confidence that mum is safe and able to enjoy her daily life.
Friary is light and airy and isn't as large as some other homes, so the staff are able to make it feel like a family home.
Mum has taken part in frequent activities ranging from arts and crafts, themed events and musical entertainment (she loves to sing) and even had the chance to interact with birds of prey!
Cleanliness, maintenance, home-cooked food and personal care are all excellent.
The staff and management are very approachable. Mum feels 'loved' and cared for. The staff should take credit for making Friary such a wonderful, safe home for Mum through to end-of-life care.
20 October 2020
Thanks to the patience and willing helpfulness of the staff, I have arranged regular garden visits with Dad since May, whether a summer's evening beer together, an early morning visit before lunch or enjoying an afternoon in the sun, the staff never seem inconvenienced. Given the time needed to get
Dad organised and to help him on to the decking, the staff are always welcoming. Often my dad asks how I found this 'gem'. The atmosphere is warm, homely and intimate. Most of the staff have been there for many years and they all seem to know him well. A real gem.
08 October 2019
The highest standard of care and healthcare was constantly provided to Mum over four and a half years. The environment is one of care, warmth, and friendship - as a home should be - and is combined with great attention to detail. It was Mum's home and she was very happy there. This is the best
healthcare and care culture that I have seen and experienced.
19 September 2019
This is a very caring home. All the staff treat the residents with great kindness, dignity and respect. They consulted us whenever they wanted to, in regards to something in my husband's care. He was very content and enjoyed the various activities. Noting his life had been at sea, they enhanced his
life by taking him out for coffee where he could see the marina and boats. Also, to the esplanade to walk and see the sea. They also provided videos and CD's about ships, boats and watched them with him. As a family, we are very grateful for the care he was given and understanding when his health deteriorated.
19 August 2019
The staff are always smiling at whatever time of day.
They will ring the GP if anything is amiss with the service users.
They contact families for updates and look after the service users with any problems/anxiety/illness etc immediately.
I've booked my room already.
02 January 2019
My Aunt was very reluctant to move into a care home as it meant admitting she could no longer cope.
Friary House have done everything possible to make this a positive experience and looked after her brilliantly. Thank you.
02 January 2019
I can't believe how safe and happy I am living here.
The food, staff plus the good company plus the cat who keeps us company day and night.
02 January 2019
I'm happy. Love it when my daughter comes for lunch.
My room is lovely, the staff are wonderful. Most of all I'm happy.
02 January 2019
My sister has been very happy here.
She has all she needs.
The staff are so friendly and caring.
She never complains in fact just the reverse!
Whenever I visit I am greeted with a friendly smile.
21 December 2018
Staff show human kindness and treat residents as individuals. There is a genuine sense of team spirit. Flexibility and welcome show to family and visitors is much appreciated. A homely atmosphere in the best sense.
A "very good" box would have been useful for all questions below. For "good" read
"very good" in most instances.
21 December 2018
Mum was treated with absolute love, dignity and respect. She had comfort and companionship. As a family, we were kept informed of every aspect of her call.
07 September 2018
A truly welcoming and caring home. The management team and staff were always kind to residents and always mindful of the resident's needs and preferences, treating them with dignity and respect at all times. They treated the family of residents with kindness and respect, were always polite and
engaging. Activities were frequent for residents both in and out of the home and inclusive of relatives. I would have no hesitation in recommending Friary House for residential care.
07 September 2018
My Mother was a resident at Friary House. The staff were always friendly and went above and beyond for my mother. The home is clean. The food is all home cooked and the cakes lovely.