Bentley Grange Care Home

St James Way, Biddenham, Bedford MK40 4UH
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9.1 6 Reviews
  • Bentley Grange Care Home, Bedford
Located in the idyllic village of Biddenham, just outside of Bedford, Bentley Grange is a brand new, purpose-built care home offering 60 spacious en-suite rooms.

Biddenham village is home to a number of local amenities including a church, popular Country Pub, village green, and the Biddenham Pavilion, which hosts many activities and sports. There are also a number of schools and a hospital.

Within a short drive are plenty of open spaces and areas of interest including Wrest Park, Bedford Park and the Military Intelligence Museum.

Looking further afield, Bentley Grange is ideally situated for easy access to the A1 and M1 and the surrounding local towns such as Milton Keynes, Northampton and Biggleswade.

Purpose-built and carefully designed, Bentley Grange's stunning interior has been carefully tailored to the needs of individuals and offers spacious and unique modern facilities, some you may not expect from a care home. There are elegant restaurants in which to enjoy delicious seasonal freshly cooked cuisine and an attractive roof top bar and terrace.

The Hug on a Plate Hospitality programme will ensure everyone will enjoy fine dining and home cooked meals in equal measures, whilst the Lifestyle programme offers a lifetime promise to always put happiness and wellbeing at the heart of everything they do.

At Bentley Grange, the aim is to provide not only the very best environment for those living at the home, but an opportunity for everyone to enjoy life to the full.

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Care Provided by Bentley Grange Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Michael Zinaka (Care Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (54)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (54)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2024
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Bentley Grange Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,430
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,540
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,672
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,782

  • Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Bentley Grange Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Bentley Grange Care Home Reviews (6)

9.1

Bentley Grange Care Home has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.100) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bentley Grange Care Home has 6 reviews.

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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Dad was living at Bentley Grange for the last three weeks of his life in December and we really couldn't have asked for a better place for Dad to be in his last weeks. The care he received was exceptional, from every member of staff at the home. Unfortunately my Dad wasn't able to make use of a lot
of the wonderful facilities, but his bedroom was so homely and cosy, and he was very comfortable here. His grandchildren loved coming in to visit him, as it is such a welcoming environment, and doesn't have the feel of a traditional 'care home'. We are so glad we found Bentley Grange and we will be forever grateful to everyone who works there for making my Dad so comfortable and for the support they have shown us as a family.

Reply from Anne Pink, Commercial Business Partner at Bentley Grange Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words in such a lovely review. We were privileged to care for your Dad and your family will always be welcome at Bentley Grange.


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Review from Emily J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother recently moved to Bentley Grange and it's been an incredible experience, from the initial tour, the pre-assessment and management of the move I've been very impressed. Within the short period of time, I've seen a massive improvement in my Mothers appearance and mental state. I believe this
is down to the quality of care staff, social engagement and positive environment. The home is immaculate, the facilities are incredible, and the staff are very professional and approachable. There's a lovely atmosphere with a busy programme of activities. I am very grateful for the hard work of the staff and the kind nature of the management in making this move effortless and very happy to see my mother settling well.

Reply from Ashley Ross, Customer Relationship Manager at Bentley Grange Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home, we are glad that hear that the experience has been so positive. We will pass this on to the wider team as I am sure they will appreciate your kind words.


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Review from A H (Respite Resident) published on 14 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing respite care was a spur of the moment action and I chose the home nearest my own home. How pleased I am that I did. I was immediately made to feel one of the family by both carers and residents.
The care I received was perfect. From my arrival in a wheelchair feeling quite weak I was gradually
encouraged to expand my efforts to the point I felt able to return home to my own home.
It would be wrong to point out a single individual member of staff because without exception they were all good. I am so pleased I chose Bentley Grange Care Home.

Reply from Ashley Ross, Customer Relationship Manager at Bentley Grange Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home, we are glad that you enjoyed living with us at Bentley Grange. We will pass this on to the wider team as I am sure they will appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Hannah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum is 75 and was living alone with dementia in a home she loved. It was incredibly difficult persuading her into a short respite stay while I went on holiday. However, she settled well and now lives there permanently. While facilities are lovely, the team of staff are exceptional: they have got
to know her, they treat her with the utmost compassion and respect, she trusts them implicitly. I am impressed with the activities on offer: Mum isn't a knitter or a wartime housewife. She is a child of the 60s, enjoys music, gardening and reading. The activities at Bentley Grange Care Home are relevant and engaging: afternoon tea, trivia quiz, floristry, boules, garden centre visits, even watching a re-run of a summer festival! Not only has moving there changed her life for the better but it has changed mine too. The staff have given both of us tremendous support throughout. We are looking forward to a new life for Mum, where her dementia is no longer life-limiting but instead, she is safe, happy and healthy.

Reply from Michael Zinaka, Home Manager at Bentley Grange Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home, we are glad that your mum has settled and enjoys living with us at Bentley Grange. We will pass this on to the wider team as I am sure they will appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Moona K (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bentley Grange Care Home has been exceptional with the care they provide my mother-in-law. We definitely chose the right place after much research. She is supported by a highly professional, caring and compassionate team. Each one goes above and beyond and genuinely cares for the residents.
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is too much trouble and they engage constantly with their residents.
My mother-in-law was reluctant to go to a care home but has not complained once about being there and has formed a bond with all who care and look after her.
We couldn't be happier and this care home is worth every penny.

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Review from Simon T (Son of Resident) published on 23 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment I contacted the care home everyone has been exceptional. The manager has been incredible in making the whole process as easy as possible, showing empathy and kindness at every step. He has assembled a wonderful and caring team who have all connected with my 90-year-old father. The care
home has first-class facilities but the people working there make the difference. My family are all very pleased we have chosen Bentley Care Home to care for our father. We know that he's in very good hands.

Reply from Michael Zinaka, Home Manager at Bentley Grange Care Home

We really love having your father with us and are so glad to welcome him to our Bentley Grange family. We appreciate these times can be difficult for families and would like to reassure you that our doors are always open to you and your family for any queries or support you may require. Thank you so much for this lovely review, we genuinely look forward to working alongside your family for years to come.


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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.100)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.100) out of 10 for Bentley Grange Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 5.000 for Bentley Grange Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (69 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 69 Ratings = 5

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.1 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bentley Grange Care Home is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.5

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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posted 19 Feb 2025

Vacancies available in all categories of care.


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Meet the Team (3)

Minnie

Minnie Klepacz

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2024

We are delighted to have Minnie as our Deputy Manager here at Bentley Grange. Minnie joins us as an award-winning Nurse with a wealth of experience in Health and Social Care, including have dedicated over 20 years of service within the NHS.


Her love for our home, coupled with her commitment towards supporting those who live with us, is truly infectious and she is an essential part of our team here at Bentley Grange.


Ashley

Ashley Ross

Job Title: Customer Relations Manager

Joined: 2024

Ashley, with 20 years experience in Sales, Marketing and Customer Relationship Management, brings a wealth of expertise to the team.


Always cheerful and positive, his passion for supporting and helping people shines through in everything he does. His enthusiasm is only rivalled by his love of a good morning coffee, making him a valued and energising presence in our workplace!


Moona

Moona Maqsood

Job Title: Lifestyle Coordinator

Joined: 2024

Our Lifestyle Coordinator, Moona, has a talent for keeping everyone happy and engaged! Her warmth, enthusiasm and dedication to enhancing each person's wellbeing shine through in everything she does.


She takes time to consider individual interests and carefully adapts her planning to make sure that everyone, whether in group activities or 1:1 sessions, feels included and valued.


Frequently Asked Questions about Bentley Grange Care Home

What types of Care is Bentley Grange Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Bentley Grange Care Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Bentley Grange Care Home have?

There are 54 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Bentley Grange Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Bentley Grange Care Home to the centre of Bedford?

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