Lodge

Lodge is a residential care home in Bedford, Bedford (MK42 7LR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Lodge

Bedford Lodge is a residential care home in Bedford, supporting adults who have a learning disability, autistic adults, people with mental health needs, people with physical disabilities and people with visual or hearing impairment, including younger adults. We also offer respite stays for shorter periods. The people who live here call it home, and our job is to help each of them live the life they choose within it. Support is planned one person at a time. We help with personal care where it is wanted, with cooking, laundry and shopping, with medication and appointments, and with the practical business of running a home. We also support people to get out into Bedford, to keep up the activities they enjoy and to stay close to family and friends. Communication and routine are at the centre of good support here. We take time to learn how each person prefers information to be given, how they tell us that something is wrong and which parts of the day need to stay the same. For residents with sensory loss we adapt how we communicate and how rooms are arranged, and for residents with physical disabilities we pay close attention to mobility and to the arrangements that let someone do more without help. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We would rather be judged on whether the people living here feel genuinely at home and have a real say in their support.

Care provided at Lodge

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Lodge

Where is Lodge located?

Lodge is a residential care home in Bedford, Bedford, MK42 7LR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Lodge provide?

Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Lodge's CQC rating?

Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 30 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Lodge

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Bedford Lodge is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Bedford Lodge is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Bedford Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Bedford Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Bedford Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Bedford Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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