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Highfield
Avon Drive, Brickhill, Bedford, MK41 7AH — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Highfield was rated
Rating published 29/11/2023. Read the full inspection report.
- 34 bedsRegistered capacity
- BedfordCouncil for care funding
- 01234 346482Care home's own number
- Bedford Borough CouncilOperator
- 7th April 2014Registered since
- Bedford Borough CouncilRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Highfield
Highfield is a Care Home in Bedford, offering Residential, Dementia and Physical Disability care.
Highfield was registered with the Care Quality Commission in April 2014. It is run by Bedford Borough Council. Bedford Borough Council runs 7 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Highfield been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Highfield "Requires improvement" overall, in its most recent report, published November 2023.
What types of care does Highfield provide?
Highfield provides Residential, Dementia and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does Highfield have?
Highfield is registered for 34 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Highfield?
Highfield is run by Bedford Borough Council. The provider runs 7 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Highfield registered with CQC?
Highfield has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since April 2014. Its provider, Bedford Borough Council, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does Highfield care for?
CQC registers Highfield to care for older people, people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities.
Does Highfield provide nursing care?
No. Highfield 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 Highfield?
Highfield 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 Highfield?
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.