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Autism Care UK (Bedford)
16 St Andrews Road, Bedford, MK40 2LJ — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Autism Care UK (Bedford) was rated
Rating published 23/05/2025. Read the full inspection report.
- 8 bedsRegistered capacity
- BedfordCouncil for care funding
- 01234 349798Care home's own number
- Lifeways Community CareOperator
- 20th January 2015Registered since
- Autism Care (Bedford) LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Autism Care UK (Bedford)
Autism Care UK (Bedford) is a Care Home in Bedford, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
Autism Care UK (Bedford) was registered with the Care Quality Commission in January 2015. It is run by Autism Care (Bedford) Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 08809155). It is the only care home Autism Care (Bedford) Limited has registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
An alternative worth knowing about
Considering Autism Care UK (Bedford)? See how live-in care compares
A move into residential care is a big, often rushed decision. Live-in care keeps your family member in their own home, with one dedicated carer, their own routine, and — for a couple — no separation.
Stay at home
No move, no new environment to adjust to — just one-to-one support in familiar surroundings.
One dedicated carer
Not a rotating rota of staff — a named, DBS-checked carer who gets to know your family member.
Couples stay together
Most care homes can't accommodate a couple together in one room. Live-in care can.
Start in 24-48 hours
Often faster to arrange than a care home place, with no waiting list.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Autism Care UK (Bedford) been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Autism Care UK (Bedford) "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published May 2025.
What types of care does Autism Care UK (Bedford) provide?
Autism Care UK (Bedford) provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does Autism Care UK (Bedford) have?
Autism Care UK (Bedford) is registered for 8 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Autism Care UK (Bedford)?
Autism Care UK (Bedford) is run by Autism Care (Bedford) Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 08809155).
When was Autism Care UK (Bedford) registered with CQC?
Autism Care UK (Bedford) has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since January 2015.
Who does Autism Care UK (Bedford) care for?
CQC registers Autism Care UK (Bedford) to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Autism Care UK (Bedford) provide nursing care?
No. Autism Care UK (Bedford) is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Autism Care UK (Bedford)?
Autism Care UK (Bedford) is in the Bedford council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Autism Care UK (Bedford)?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Bedford, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.