Colten Life

A Colten life is a life lived well, full of companionship, laughter, music, hobbies, nature and experiences. We do everything we can to provide residents with the opportunity to live meaningful and fulfilled lives to the best of their abilities.

Happy, Fulfilled & Extraordinary

We take time to know our residents and tailor life to their wishes, making sure they feel comfortable, relaxed and ‘at home’ as quickly as possible. Whether in need of sanctuary, or a vibrant hub of life and activity, our homes have it all.

Nutritious Mealtimes

Food and drink are critical to our wellbeing in so many ways. All meals are prepared by our Chef in a well-equipped kitchen, using locally sourced fresh produce. We provide a diet that is not only full of choice, but is also wholesome, nutritious, well-balanced, and developed around residents’ preferences.

Hobbies & Interests

We understand that staying physically and mentally active can have a profound effect on our wellbeing. Our homes have dedicated Companionship Teams whose role within the homes is to plan, organise and deliver an exciting and engaging programme of activities specifically tailored to the wishes of residents be that in large groups, small groups or simply one on one time.

Minibus Trips

Our homes have regular access to one of our modern and well-equipped minibuses. The professional drivers liaise with the Companionship Teams and residents to understand their preferences and provide access through half-day or full-day trips, getting out and about to enjoy the local sights, often taking packed-lunches, snacks, hot coffee and tea.

Music & Arts

Music and the arts play an important and powerful part in all our lives. Whether it be through music, movement, storytelling, singing, drama, reading or writing poetry, our homes offers each resident the opportunity to explore the many ways in which music and creative arts can enrich their wellbeing.

Your Garden

Many of our residents have enjoyed a love of gardens and gardening throughout their lives. To ensure this passion continues, we strive to make our outdoor living spaces accessible, interactive and stimulating and encourage residents to take a keen interest in the gardens.

Housekeeping & Maintenance

We take care of the daily housekeeping and maintenance responsibilities so our residents don’t have to. Feeling warm and safe in our homes and having peace of mind are just two of the benefits our residents enjoy from the personally tailored care we provide.

This is Us

The residents and staff of our care homes are a family, making memories with each other every day. We are living life to our full capabilities, with positivity, empathy, compassion, and respect.

Jackie and Margaret feeling the rhythm

Jackie and Margaret feeling the rhythm

Jenny enjoying the sunshine

Jenny enjoying the sunshine

John and waitress Esther trying out some jewellery

John and waitress Esther trying out some jewellery

Julia arranging a beautiful bouquet

Julia arranging a beautiful bouquet

John partying the afternoon away with friends

John partying the afternoon away with friends

Brenda having fun during a local preschool visit

Brenda having fun during a local preschool visit

Jean enjoying a visit from some furry friends

Jean enjoying a visit from some furry friends

Catherine enjoying an afternoon puzzle

Catherine enjoying an afternoon puzzle

Trevor and the team preparing cocktails

Trevor and the team preparing cocktails

Anne and Gardener Tracey having a blast during Garden Club

Anne and Gardener Tracey having a blast during Garden Club

Sylvia enjoying an afternoon of arts and crafts

Sylvia enjoying an afternoon of arts and crafts

Richard and Companion Julia visiting the park for a picnic lunch

Richard and Companion Julia visiting the park for a picnic lunch

Kiki and Companion Mietzy sharing a laugh

Kiki and Companion Mietzy sharing a laugh

Betty and Gardener Gayle potting plants in the garden

Betty and Gardener Gayle potting plants in the garden

Mary and her daughter enjoying some live music

Mary and her daughter enjoying some live music

Elizabeth and Companion Maz potting in the shed

Elizabeth and Companion Maz potting in the shed

Sue showing off her moves

Sue showing off her moves

Tony greeting a feathered friend

Tony greeting a feathered friend

Prue working on some arts and crafts

Prue working on some arts and crafts

Barbara having a hoot with Owl Obsession

Barbara having a hoot with Owl Obsession

Rosemary and Colten Care's Senior Gardener Chris sharing a laugh

Rosemary and Colten Care’s Senior Gardener Chris sharing a laugh

Wish You Were Here!

We aim to make every day worth writing about, and our residents enjoy keeping loved ones up to date with what they’ve been up to. Here are some of their recent highlights.

15 May 2025

Visit from Mr Kelloggs

This morning, we were delighted to welcome back a very special guest to Linden House — Mr Kelloggs, the miniature…
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15 May 2025

Dori’s Wish

Dori expressed a wish recently to take a trip to the seaside with her daughter Christina and close friend Elizabeth.…
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09 May 2025

Oh, We Do Like to Be Beside the Seaside

This morning, residents boarded the minibus to enjoy the sea views down at Milford-On-Sea.  For many, it bought back precious…
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08 May 2025

VE Day Celebrations

Residents and families gathered on the lawns of Castle View to celebrate VE day.  Dorchester’s Deputy Mayor, Janet Hewitt, was…
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05 May 2025

Derek’s Dance Moves

Our new resident, Derek, revealed that he used to enjoy ballroom dancing with his wife. They danced in ballrooms all…
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02 May 2025

A Day at the Beach

We thought we’d make the best of the lovely weather we’ve been having, and head down to Lee-on-the-Solent beach.  We…
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We’re Here For You

Whether you’d like an initial chat about the care we provide, you have a question about our all-inclusive fees, or you’d like more information about our one of our beautiful homes, we’re here to help.