Respite Care Homes in Bedford

Browse the best-rated respite care homes in or near Bedford.

  1. Milton Ernest Hall-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Milton Ernest Hall

    Milton Ernest Hall Care Home, Bedford, MK44 1RJ
    CQC Rating Good1.64 miles from centre
    Majesticare-logo

    A stunning Grade 1 listed building surrounded by beautiful woodlands and rivers, Milton Ernest Hall is a warm and welcoming care home providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,400

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentDay care
  2. Sycamore Heights-main-image
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    Sycamore Heights

    The Willows, Bedford, MK40 2DW
    CQC Rating Not yet inspected2.35 miles from centre
    Kingsley Healthcare-logo

    Sycamore Heights Nursing Home, operated by Kingsley Healthcare, is a luxury care home situated in the heart of Bedford.

    Care available

    From

    £1,500

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  3. Rosewood Residence-main-image
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    Rosewood Residence

    19 21, Bedford, MK40 2DZ
    CQC Rating Not yet inspected2.56 miles from centre
    Amaana Care-logo

    Rosewood Residence, operated by Amaana Care, is a welcoming care home situated in the heart of Bedford.

    Care available

    From

    £1,216

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteDay care
  4. Bentley Grange-main-image
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    Bentley Grange

    St James Way, Bedford, MK40 4UH
    2.73 miles from centre
    Maria Mallaband Care Group-logo

    Situated in the charming village of Biddenham in Bedfordshire, just 2 miles from the lively market town of Bedford, Bentley Grange is a brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home boasting 60 spacious en-suite rooms.

    Care available

    From

    £1,430

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  5. Sharnbrook House-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Sharnbrook House

    High St, Bedford, MK44 1PB
    CQC Rating Good4.52 miles from centre
    Greensleeves Care-logo

    Sharnbrook House is a magnificent period care home situated within picturesque grounds, featuring stunning landscaped gardens and its own scenic lake, providing residents with year-round enjoyment.

    Care available

    From

    £1,309

    per week

    ResidentialRespite
  6. Fernleigh Court-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Fernleigh Court

    Fletcher Rd, Bedford, MK42 7FY
    CQC Rating Requires improvement5.25 miles from centre
    Country Court-logo

    Part of the Country Court group, Fernleigh Court care home is located in Kempston, Bedford and offers residential, nursing and dementia care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,650

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  7. Elstow Manor-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Elstow Manor

    Elstow Manor, Bedford, MK42 6FZ
    CQC Rating Requires improvement5.63 miles from centre
    Hamberley Care Homes-logo

    Elstow Manor in Wixams, near Kempston, is a stunning Hamberley care home delivering expert residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short breaks.

    Care available

    From

    £1,400

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  8. Avenue House-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Avenue House

    173-175 Avenue Rd, Rushden, NN10 0SN
    CQC Rating Good7.51 miles from centre
    Jasmine Healthcare-logo

    Avenue House, operated by Jasmine Healthcare, is located in the picturesque town of Rushden.

    Care available

    From

    £1,300

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentDay care
  9. Blakelands Lodge-main-image
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    Blakelands Lodge

    Gee View, Bedfordshire, MK43 2AH
    CQC Rating Not yet inspected8.91 miles from centre
    HC-One Group-logo

    Blakelands Lodge, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is situated in the picturesque setting of Bedfordshire, offering exceptional residential and dementia care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,300

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespite
  10. Olney Meadows -main-image
    Rooms Available

    Olney Meadows

    3 Worcester Way, Olney, MK46 5GP
    CQC Rating Not yet inspected9.75 miles from centre
    Kingsley Healthcare-logo

    Olney Meadows Nursing Home, operated by Kingsley Healthcare in Olney, provides exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, respite, end-of-life, and convalescence care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,550

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  11. Henbrook House-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Henbrook House

    Henbrook House, Saint Neots, PE19 1QB
    CQC Rating Not yet inspected9.95 miles from centre
    Connaught Care-logo

    Connaught Care proudly introduces Henbrook House, an all-inclusive home nestled in the delightful town of St Neots.

    Care available

    From

    £1,866

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  12. Richmond Manor-main-image
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    Richmond Manor

    14 Dunstable St, Bedford, MK45 2JT
    CQC Rating Good10.44 miles from centre
    Hamberley Care Homes-logo

    Located within a stone’s throw of nearby shops and amenities, Richmond Manor is a luxury care home in the idyllic town of Ampthill in Bedfordshire and offers residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term stays.

    Care available

    From

    £1,550

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  13. Flitwick-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Flitwick

    101 Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK45 1BE
    CQC Rating Good11.29 miles from centre
    Country Court-logo

    Part of the Country Court group, Flitwick is located in leafy Flitwick, Bedfordshire and offers residential and dementia care for up to 75 residents.

    Care available

    From

    £1,500

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  14. Penrose Court-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Penrose Court

    Delius Rd, Biggleswade, SG18 8UA
    CQC Rating Requires improvement11.44 miles from centre

    Nestled within the quaint market town of Biggleswade, Penrose Court is a private and luxury care home that offers the highest levels of nursing support, as well as residential, dementia and respite care to those in need.

    Care available

    From

    £1,485

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
  15. Mantles Court-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Mantles Court

    115 London Rd, Bedfordshire, SG18 8EF
    CQC Rating Good11.56 miles from centre
    Quantum Care-logo

    Specifically designed to offer wonderfully warm and supportive residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly in the friendly market town of Biggleswade, Mantles Court is the perfect place for residents to spend their later years.

    Care available

    From

    £1,451

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about respite care homes in Bedford.

Are all respite care homes in Bedford regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?

Yes, every respite care home in Bedford has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).

How many respite care homes are there in Bedford?

There are 53 homes in Bedford that offer temporary, respite care, including Milton Ernest Hall, Sycamore Heights and Rosewood Residence.

Average respite care home costs in Bedford

Average cost of residential care
£1,407per week
Average cost of nursing care
£1,464per week
Average cost of dementia care
£1,407per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,431per week

Bedford's Care Regulator:

Care Quality Commission

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Lottie was a great service. Very quick and easy to use and managed to book a home for respite care within 24 hours of contacting the service.

P Cavanagh

2 June 2025

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Klara at Lottie was knowledgeable about respite care and took stress away at a hard time. Highly recommend this service.

Gemma

21 April 2025

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Eva’s voice and caring manner put me at ease while exploring 10-day respite for my 97yr old mum. She sent info tailored to Mum’s needs.

Gillian

16 April 2025

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Very helpful with respite care. Mum moves in tomorrow! Katie called to check in. Lovely Mum gets a welcome gift. Highly recommend.

Sue

6 April 2025

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Joe was very sympathetic and helpful. He rang around and found us a home with space. We would not have managed this without Lottie's great free service.

E Pritchett

21 March 2025

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I was able to speak to a real person who was helpful and understanding. She is doing all the research for me into respite care for my elderly mother-in-law.

Penny

5 February 2025

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Spoke with Klara, who was lovely, kind, and understanding, and provided helpful advice regarding dementia respite care for Dad.

Filipa

11 November 2024

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We were given a few options within a few hours which relieved anxiety and stress. We then organised respite care after visiting one of the recommended care homes.

Catherine

23 October 2024

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