Kimbolton Lodge

1 Kimbolton Road, Bedford MK40 2NT
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  • Kimbolton Lodge, Bedford
Located just outside the town centre and within walking distance of the stunning River Ouse embankment – Kimbolton Lodge is a 36-bed residential and nursing home for the elderly.

Many of the rooms have en-suite facilities and the home is currently upgrading their facilities by converting bathrooms into wet rooms.

Kimbolton Lodge offers a wide and fulfilling range of activities from the ever-popular bingo and quiz afternoon through to music therapy, pet therapy, arts and crafts and outings to local amenities.

Once a month, the home is visited by a local mums and toddlers group for a sing-along and dance show, crossing the generations with ages ranging from 6 months to 104 years!

The home prides itself on providing fresh and seasonal home-made food. The residents are actively involved in the menu choices, enjoying a wide selection of tasty, nutritional meals.

Each month Kimbolton Lodge celebrate an occasion through food; haggis for Burns Night, Chinese New Year, Irish stew for St Patrick's Day – the residents choose which event to celebrate and what should go on their menu.

The staff are highly skilled, with a comprehensive induction, training and development programme and are proud to offer a stable, experienced and highly motivated workforce.

The dedicated team ensures that person-centred care treats all the residents with dignity and respect – allowing to live the life they choose.

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Care Provided by Kimbolton Lodge

  • Type of Service
    • Nursing Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 36 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Offered
  • Cancer Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Kimbolton Lodge Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Nicola Smith (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (36)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Kimbolton Lodge Reviews (27)

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Over all time Kimbolton Lodge has 27 reviews.

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Review from K M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot praise the staff at Kimbolton Lodge enough. Mum has been there a few months now and her care is first-rate. The staff are friendly, cheerful, efficient, helpful and extremely caring. The home is clean and bright, the food is first-rate.

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Review from Andrea T (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My first visit to see my mum was great. Her room was lovely and bright and mum seemed happy. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

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Review from J T (Resident) published on 2 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The initial room was depressing however, the new room is much better. I love the food and I like the staff.

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Review from John B (Resident) published on 2 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kimbolton Lodge it will amaze you, the carers there do not phase you. You're looked after just like a star. The care is perfect, way above par With cleaners who do really clean. The shiniest floors you've ever seen. Helpers who will wash and dress and nothing is of too much stress and as for food what
can one say. I could eat there every day.

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Review from S C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 2 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The crae and attention at Kimbolton Lodge is exceptional. All of the staff treat my mother-in-law like she is a member of their own families. They are all so attentive to her needs. She is always very happy with the meals, especially the puddings, as she has a sweet tooth. My mother-in-law says, in
her own words, that it is 'wonderful' and she is very 'happy' - you cannot get better feedback than that.

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Review from Cassie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kimbolton Lodge is so amazingly friendly. It is like one big family in a very caring home. The staff are amazing - so friendly, full of sun and laughter - always caring and always smiling. Love it here - so relaxed and friendly. Everyone is so happy. The carers always make people laugh and do everything
they can to make people know that it is a home away from home and it really is because they always go the extra mile.

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Review from K H (Respite Resident) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic carers, friendly and helpful. Made my stay here very comfortable.
Highly recommend.

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Review from Marjorie P (Resident) published on 7 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff were very kind and friendly.
Comfortable room and good food.
Enjoyed my stay and was well looked after.

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Review from Natalie W (Great-Niece of Resident) published on 21 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My relative was treated with great care and dignity and we were very grateful for the kindness shown during their stay.

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Review from Gordon L (Husband of Resident) published on 20 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The level of care for my wife, who has complex medical issues, is outstanding. The staff always treat her with such kindness and compassion. I cannot fault their enduring patience and their expertise. As a family, we always feel so welcome and are informed immediately when my wife required additional
medical help. We are forever grateful to Kimbolton Lodge.

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Review from Maria C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident of Kimbolton Lodge for the last 10 years and both Mum and I feel that they are part of our family. They look after her with love and care, they show a great understanding of her needs and will always treat her with respect and dignity. They also have a wonderful sense of humour
and have kept her spirits up during every difficult year.

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Review from Joanne D (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care and compassion shown to my mother is outstanding. The level of both emotional and physical support is exemplary and the kindness to both myself and my father is very much appreciated.

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Review from Claire R (Niece of Resident) published on 28 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My aunt moved here for palliative care during lockdown 3. My cousin and I were treated so welcome when we visited our aunt. We found her in a comfortable, well-equipped room and she had people popping in regularly to check on her. We were allowed to stay as long as we liked and were reassured our aunt
was being left in capable, competent and caring hands. Thank you.

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Review from S R (Niece of Resident) published on 28 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Carers and people in reception very helpful, positive and kind.
Lovely room and so helpful.
Staff were amazing, so positive and very helpful.

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Review from D S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad likes it here and is settled.

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Review from Barbara B (Niece of Resident) published on 15 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been extremely satisfied with the home and staff. The cleanliness and running of the home are excellent. My aunt has always been well looked after in the 6-years she has been in the home.

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Review from James C (Son of Resident) published on 15 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since Mum came for respite care, both myself and my family have already seen a great improvement in her mood and general well being.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My Mother is very happy here and says all the staff are kind and caring. She enjoys her meals and the fact that she has a choice every day.

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Review from Christine C (Wife of Resident) published on 14 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A great team work together to help both residents and relatives visiting.

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Review from M G (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are very pleased with the care given to Mum. Mum likes everybody and is happy with the care given to her. We are so grateful that you are all so caring.

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Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 Nov 2019

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    Good

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    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kimbolton Lodge

What types of Care is Kimbolton Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Respite Care, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Kimbolton Lodge provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Independent Living Training & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Kimbolton Lodge have?

There are 36 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Kimbolton Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Kimbolton Lodge to the centre of Bedford?

0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.