Friars Lodge
18-20 Priory Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4HR
01582 668 494
(Admissions)
Rooms available
About Us
**Welcome to Friars Lodge – Dunstable’s Trusted Care Home**
Situated in the heart of Dunstable, Friars Lodge is a privately owned care home with a welcoming atmosphere, dedicated to supporting residents and their families. Rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), our experienced team is committed to providing high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
We offer a comprehensive range of care services, including support for frailty, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinsonism, incontinence, hearing, sight and speech impairments, stroke, and sensitive end-of-life care. Day care services are also available, providing flexible options for you and your loved ones.
Friars Lodge boasts a host of home comforts and facilities, such as a hair salon, beautiful gardens, free on-site parking, wheelchair access, wifi, protected mealtimes, and resident choice dining. Engage in daily activities, outings, or simply enjoy a quiet moment in our dedicated spaces. Each room is thoughtfully designed with well-being in mind – featuring en suite and communal bathrooms, call bells, ground floor access, meal service in-room, the option to bring your own furniture, and the welcoming attitude towards pets.
We accept funding from private individuals, Local Authority (with top-up), and NHS Continuing Healthcare, ensuring a flexible approach to financial arrangements. We proudly support residents who speak English or French, making it easier for everyone to feel at home.
Conveniently located near a bank, bar, bus and train stations, convenience stores, a doctor, dentist, supermarket, and lovely parks, Friars Lodge offers outstanding care alongside access to local amenities and services.
Discover the comfort, care, and community you or your loved one deserve at Friars Lodge. Contact us today to arrange a visit or find out more.
Care Types
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Duration
- Long-term
- Short-stay
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Age
- Adults 65 and over
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Type of care
- Dementia Residential
- Residential
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Short stay services
- Day Care Services
- Respite Care
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Specific care needs
- Diabetes
- End Of Life Care
- Frailty
- Hearing Impairment
- Heart Disease
- Incontinence
- Parkinsonism
- Sight Impairment
- Speech Impairment
- Stroke
Care Home Facilities
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Key Features
- Dining Room
- Garden
- Lift
- Lounge
- Protected Mealtimes
- Quiet Area
- Resident Choice Dining
- Wifi
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Accessibility
- Escort Service to Appointments
- Free Parking (on-site)
- Minibus
- Wheelchair Access
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Leisure and Wellbeing
- Activities (bingo, etc.)
- Daily Newspapers
- Designated Smoking Area
- Hair Salon
- Individual/Group Outings
- Laundry Service
- Podiatry
- Post
- Wellbeing
Room Facilities
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Key Features
- Double/twin Rooms Available
- Own Furniture Allowed
- Pets Allowed
- Wifi
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Dining
- Kitchenette
- Meals In Bedroom
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Bathroom
- En Suite and Communal Bathrooms
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Accessibility & Equipment
- Assisted Bathroom
- Call Bells
- Ground Floor Rooms
- Hoisting
- Wheelchair Access
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Leisure & Wellbeing
- Hairdressing (in room)
- TV Point
In The Area
| Airport | 6.0 miles | |
| Bank | 0.2 miles | |
| Bar | 0.2 miles | |
| Bus Station | 2.8 miles | |
| Cinema | 4.2 miles | |
| Dentist | 0.1 miles | |
| Doctor | 0.1 miles | |
| Park | 0.5 miles | |
| Pharmacy | 0.2 miles | |
| Shop | 0.1 miles | |
| Supermarket | 0.2 miles | |
| Train Station | 2.8 miles |
Languages
- English
- French
Funding Sources
- Local Authority with top-up
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
- Self-funding (private)
Regulator Rating
Overall: Good
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Safe:Good
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Effective:Good
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Caring:Good
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Responsive:Good
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Well-led:Good