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Parkside
21 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8AB — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Parkside was rated
Rating published 16/10/2024. Read the full inspection report.
- 31 bedsRegistered capacity
- BedfordCouncil for care funding
- 01234 718794Care home's own number
- Bedford Borough CouncilOperator
- 7th April 2014Registered since
- Bedford Borough CouncilRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Parkside
Parkside is a Care Home in Bedford, offering Residential, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
Parkside 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, people with physical disabilities and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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An alternative worth knowing about
Considering Parkside? See how live-in care compares
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Not a rotating rota of staff — a named, DBS-checked carer who gets to know your family member.
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- No obligation. A conversation, not a sales call — and never a call centre.
- A real care manager. Someone who arranges care every day, who can answer properly.
- Just two details. Your name and number — we don’t need an email address.
Or call us now on 0800 368 8558 Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Parkside been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Parkside "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published October 2024.
What types of care does Parkside provide?
Parkside provides Residential, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does Parkside have?
Parkside is registered for 31 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Parkside?
Parkside is run by Bedford Borough Council. The provider runs 7 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Parkside registered with CQC?
Parkside 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 Parkside care for?
CQC registers Parkside to care for older people, people living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Parkside provide nursing care?
No. Parkside 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 Parkside?
Parkside 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 Parkside?
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.