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Your guide to the best care homes around Bedford.
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Bedford is a wonderful place for older adults to start their next chapter in life, with various modern care homes in the local area. Each of these creates bespoke care plans for residents that outline specific care needs (such as respectful support with tasks relating to personal hygiene), ensuring you receive tailored, person-centred care.
Local homes like Milton Ernest Hall have state-of-the-art facilities, helping them achieve ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings. When searching for a luxurious home, look for cinema rooms, communal lounges, private dining rooms for special occasions, and tranquil gardens. These gardens often adjoin onto conservatories where residents love relaxing.
Activities are a big part of daily life in these homes. Along with activities in the homes, residents are regularly taken on trips to green spaces like Bedford Park and Priory Country Park in Bedford. With flat and gentle paths, these are perfect for older adults.
Rest assured that you or your loved one will be in safe hands. In addition to the homes listed above, there are healthcare facilities like Bedford Hospital. Located on Kempston Road, this hospital offers several services tailored to older adults, as well as general care and A&E departments.
Fernleigh Court Care Home is one of the best care homes in Bedford and is just south of the town centre. There are 80 luxurious en-suite bedrooms at Fernleigh Court in a range of styles, so you or your loved one will have plenty of choice. Residential, nursing and dementia care are available on a permanent or temporary respite basis here, run by a fantastic and friendly team
North of Bedford's centre, Milton Ernest Care Home is in a beautiful Grade 1-listed building. Surrounded by woodland and beside the River Great Ouse, it's difficult to imagine a home in a more idyllic setting. You'll find elegant communal areas within Milton Ernest, such as a peaceful library and tranquil gardens. Our favourite feature is the living room that opens onto outdoor terracing
Situated in the heart of Sharnbrook village, Sharnbrook House Care Home is renowned for its picturesque grounds and welcoming atmosphere. This period home provides excellent residential, dementia, and respite care, with a 'Good' CQC rating. Residents benefit from comfortable bedrooms, spacious lounges, and engaging activities, all set within stunning landscaped gardens. With a dedicated team delivering personalised care, Sharnbrook House is a cherished part of the local community
Here is some further information about care homes in Bedford.
We have 493 care homes in Bedford. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Bedford, the average cost of care is £1,586. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every Bedford care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
We have 3 in Bedford that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Bedford offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
We have 3 care homes in Bedford that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in Bedford provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
We have 3 Bedford care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes in Bedford can provide the level of support they need.
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If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 3 care homes in Bedford that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Bedford provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
2 Bedford care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
Bedford's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission