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The Grove -2
2 The Grove, Westoning, Bedford, MK45 5LX — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How The Grove -2 was rated
Rating published 21/02/2020. Read the full inspection report.
- 7 bedsRegistered capacity
- Central BedfordshireCouncil for care funding
- 01525 717098Care home's own number
- MacIntyre CareOperator
- 23rd March 2011Registered since
- MacIntyre CareRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at The Grove -2
The Grove -2 is a Care Home in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
The Grove -2 was registered with the Care Quality Commission in March 2011. It is run by MacIntyre Care, a registered charity (charity number 250840). MacIntyre Care runs 16 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has The Grove -2 been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Grove -2 "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published February 2020.
What types of care does The Grove -2 provide?
The Grove -2 provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does The Grove -2 have?
The Grove -2 is registered for 7 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs The Grove -2?
The Grove -2 is run by MacIntyre Care, a registered charity (charity number 250840). The provider runs 16 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was The Grove -2 registered with CQC?
The Grove -2 has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since March 2011. Its provider, MacIntyre Care, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does The Grove -2 care for?
CQC registers The Grove -2 to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does The Grove -2 provide nursing care?
No. The Grove -2 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 The Grove -2?
The Grove -2 is in the Central Bedfordshire council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to The Grove -2?
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.