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Home Instead - Bedford

CQC Rating Outstanding

Home Care Agency Overview

  • Operated byHome Instead
  • CQC Registration Date2014-10-13
  • CQC Last Inspection Date2024-10-16
  • ManagerMoona Karim
  • Minimum age of care recipient18
  • Minimum Visit Time60 minutes
  • Time to arrange care1 day

With a strong focus on meaningful connections, Home Instead in Bedford provides personalised home care services that support the well-being and independence of older individuals. Focusing on creating meaningful connections, they offer a comprehensive range of domiciliary and overnight care services. Their dedicated caregivers assist with daily activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment at home. Home Instead caters to diverse needs, offering specialised support for Alzheimer’s, dementia, and palliative care. Serving Bedford and the surrounding areas, including Kempston and Wixams, their mission is to enhance the quality of life for loved ones, enabling them to remain engaged in everyday activities while enjoying the comfort of their own homes.

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Private

  • Local Authority

  • NHS

CQC Rating

  • outstandingOverall Rating
  • CQC Caring Rating -outstanding
  • CQC Effective Rating -good
  • CQC Responsive Rating -good
  • CQC Safe Rating -good
  • CQC Well-led Rating -outstanding
  • CQC Publication Date2024-12-20
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Contract Durations

  • Fixed term

  • Ongoing

Domiciliary Minimum Commitment

  • Minimum Minutes Per Visit - 60 mins
  • Minimum Weekly Hours - 1 hour

Home Care Specialisms

Companion Care & Household Support

  • Admin Support

  • Companionship Social Interaction

  • Gardening

  • Housekeeping

  • Laundry

  • Meal Preparation

  • Pet Support

  • Shopping and Errands

  • Transportation

Personal Care

  • Bathroom Assistance

  • Continence Care

  • Drinking and Feeding

  • Oral Medication Support

  • Washing and Dressing

Moving & Handling

  • Hoisting

  • Sara Stedy

  • Transferring

  • Turning

Specialist Care Services

  • Alcohol Drug Misuse

  • Alzheimers

  • Cancer Care

  • Catheter Care

  • Challenging Behaviour

  • Dementia Early Stage

  • Dementia Late Stage

  • Intravenous Drugs

  • Learning Disability

  • Mental Health

  • PEG Feeding

  • Palliative Care

  • Parkinsons Disease

  • Physical Disability

  • Rehabilitation Post Surgery

  • Sensory Impairment

  • Stoma Care

  • Stroke

  • Wound Dressing

Home Care Services Provided

Types of Care at Home

  • Hourly Care

  • Live-In Care

  • Overnight (Sleeping) Care

  • Overnight (Waking) Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about Home Instead - Bedford.

What is the CQC Rating of Home Instead - Bedford?

Home Instead - Bedford has been rated as outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, the regulator of health and social care services.

What types of home care services are available at Home Instead - Bedford?

Home Instead - Bedford offers Hourly Care, Live-In Care, Overnight (Sleeping) Care and Overnight (Waking) Care.

Are all caregivers trained and qualified?

Yes, all of Home Instead - Bedford home carers are given specialised training and support to offer the highest quality of care for your unique requirements.

Can I choose the schedule of my home care visits?

Yes, Home Instead - Bedford will work with you to find the best care at home option that suits your unique care needs and schedule.