Residential Care

A Home Where Care Feels Personal

At Stanway Green Lodge, we provide residential care that combines professional support with the warmth of home life. As a family-run care home in Colchester, our focus is on helping residents maintain their independence, individuality, and sense of belonging.

With long-standing staff, a welcoming atmosphere, and genuine companionship, we offer comfort, reassurance, and a home-from-home experience for every resident.

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Our Residential Care Home's exceptional support

Moving into a care home is an important step, and we understand how personal that decision can be for families with a loved one needing support. Our residential care home provides support with everyday needs such as washing, dressing, medication, and meals – while still promoting independence wherever possible.

Each resident is treated as an individual, with care plans shaped around their preferences, interests, and routines to ensure they receive the best possible service.

Our goal is simple: to help residents feel valued, understood, and truly at home. Whether someone requires a little daily support or a more structured routine, our experienced team provides the right balance of care and freedom to ensure comfort, safety, and happiness for our elderly residents.

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A consistent, family approach at Stanway Green Lodge

Stanway Green Lodge is not part of a chain or large organisation – it’s a family-run home built on relationships, trust, and personal attention. Over half of our team have been with us for more than ten years, and our management is hands-on every day.

This stability provides residents and families with the reassurance of seeing familiar faces and receiving specialist care from individuals who genuinely know and understand them.

Our residents and their relatives often describe the home as warm, calm, and family-like, creating a supportive environment for those needing dementia care. With comfortable, private bedrooms, bright communal spaces, and a supportive team always nearby, it’s a place where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

  • Family-run and community-focused
  • Permanent, long-serving care team
  • Warm, homely environment with private en-suite rooms
  • Person-centred care focused on comfort and independence
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A holistic, personal approach to care

We take pride in providing care that goes beyond daily assistance – it’s about building connections, understanding personalities, and celebrating individuality. Our approach follows person-centred principles, ensuring that every resident’s physical, emotional, and social needs are supported.

We listen carefully to what matters most to each person, whether that’s maintaining hobbies, enjoying favourite meals, or keeping a familiar routine. Families are encouraged to be actively involved, with open communication, flexible visiting, and regular reviews. This partnership enables us to ensure that every resident receives the best possible care and attention.

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Life at Stanway Green Lodge

Life here is comfortable, engaging, and full of meaningful moments. Residents enjoy freshly prepared home-cooked meals, a varied activities programme, and plenty of opportunities for socialising or quiet relaxation. Our home’s layout and décor have been thoughtfully designed to feel warm and welcoming, while our beautiful sensory garden provides a peaceful outdoor space for everyone to enjoy.

Activities include music sessions, arts and crafts, gentle exercise, and special events throughout the year. Whether sharing a meal, chatting with friends, or taking part in activities, residents benefit from the genuine companionship and sense of belonging that defines life at Stanway Green Lodge, making it a perfect place for respite care.

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Visiting and Admissions

We know that choosing a care home is a big decision, and we’re here to make the process as easy and reassuring as possible. Families are welcome to visit at any time to see the home, meet our team, and talk about individual care needs.

If you’re looking for exceptional care services in Colchester or the surrounding Essex area, we’d love to show you what makes Stanway Green Lodge different. Contact our friendly team to arrange a visit or find out more about our personalised care and welcoming home environment.

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Residential Care FAQs

Residential care provides day-to-day support for older adults who may no longer feel comfortable or safe living alone, ensuring they have the service they need. It includes help with personal care, meals, medication, and companionship, within a secure and welcoming environment.

At Stanway Green Lodge, our residential care home in Colchester is designed to feel like home. Residents enjoy privacy, independence, and the reassurance of having experienced staff on hand around the clock. The emphasis is always on comfort, dignity, and genuine connection, ensuring that every individual receives the care and attention they deserve while maintaining their personal routine and sense of self.

Residential care is ideal for people who need some daily assistance but do not require full nursing care. It suits individuals who may struggle with mobility, meal preparation, or personal care, or who simply wish to enjoy more social interaction and less worry about household tasks.

At Stanway Green Lodge, we provide a supportive and comfortable home for those seeking a balance of independence and professional care. Whether someone joins us after living alone, following a hospital stay, or simply to enjoy companionship, our long-standing staff ensure every resident receives personal, respectful support tailored to their needs.

There’s no fixed time, but it may be right to consider residential care when living at home starts to feel difficult or unsafe for a senior loved one. Signs can include struggling with daily routines, isolation, or worry about managing independently. Families may also notice that providing regular support is becoming more challenging.

Choosing residential care can be a positive decision that brings peace of mind. At Stanway Green Lodge, we make this transition as smooth as possible, offering reassurance and personalised support from the moment you visit. Many residents tell us they quickly feel a renewed sense of comfort and community once they settle into our home.

Residential care covers a wide range of support, tailored to each person’s individual needs. This includes help with washing, dressing, medication, meals, and mobility, as well as emotional support and companionship. The goal is to make daily life easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

At Stanway Green Lodge, we provide 24-hour care and assistance while always encouraging independence and choice. Residents can join in social activities, enjoy nutritious home-cooked meals, and relax knowing that friendly, familiar staff are always nearby. Our caring approach ensures that residents feel secure, respected, and cared for as part of our close-knit community.

Independence is central to our philosophy at Stanway Green Lodge, especially for our elderly residents. We believe that everyone should have the freedom to make their own choices, from what to wear and when to wake up, to how they spend their day. Our staff are trained to support rather than take over, offering help only when it’s needed.

We encourage residents to stay active and engaged, whether through light exercise, hobbies, or simply being involved in daily routines. Maintaining independence helps build confidence, purpose, and happiness – all of which are at the heart of life in our family-run Essex care home.

Life at Stanway Green Lodge is full of meaningful activities designed to promote wellbeing, connection, and enjoyment for our senior residents. Residents can take part in music sessions, arts and crafts, games, gentle exercise, and reminiscence activities, or simply relax in our lounge or sensory garden. We tailor our activity programme to suit individual interests and abilities, ensuring everyone can participate at their own pace.

Special events and family gatherings are also part of life here, bringing everyone together to celebrate throughout the year. These moments of laughter and shared enjoyment create the friendly, homely atmosphere that makes our range of care services in Colchester so special.