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Dementia care homes in Central Bedfordshire

38 of the 65 care homes in Central Bedfordshire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 25 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Central Bedfordshire typically cost £1,625 a week, about £84,500 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,213 to £1,775. That is close to the typical residential fee in Central Bedfordshire of £1,625.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Nursing careFees published

Ashton Lodge

Dunstable, LU6 · 54 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaResicare Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Friars Lodge

Dunstable, LU5 · 20 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaFriars Lodge
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Knoll House

Studham, LU6 · 22 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaSilver Tree Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Mantles Court

Biggleswade, SG18 · 76 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaQuantum Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Oak Manor

Shefford, SG17 · 64 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMethodist Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Potton House

Biggleswade, SG18 · 24 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaPriory Group
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Thorn Springs

Dunstable, LU5 · 66 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Tudor House

Dunstable, LU6 · 18 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaJanes Care Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,625 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in Central Bedfordshire

Based on 38 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,625 a week
Usually £1,213 to £1,775 · 3 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Central Bedfordshire cost?

Dementia care homes in Central Bedfordshire typically charge £1,625 a week, usually between £1,213 and £1,775. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Central Bedfordshire?

38 of the 65 CQC-registered care homes in Central Bedfordshire are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Central Bedfordshire?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Central Bedfordshire?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Central Bedfordshire council for a needs assessment.