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32 Park Ave
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK40 2LR

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Living Type
Retirement Community
Admission Criteria Christian faith community
Housing Offered 1 Bed Apartments
Support Available Domestic Help | Companionship
Purchase from TBC
Monthly Rent from TBC

Rooted in the Christian faith, life at Dorothea Court supports our residents to live fulfilled lives in their later years. We provide excellent, personalised support which supports our residents to flourish in older age. We offer retirement living and assisted living for older Christians across five converted Victorian houses.





Care & Support
On-Site Assistance
Personal Alarm Monitoring Yes
Domestic Help Laundry
Companionship Arranging Social activities, Company at meal times

Throughout the week there are opportunities to gather together for activities including arts and crafts or exercises, and we have regular visits from local church leaders who lead devotions and services. We have occasional extra activities such as films and afternoon teas for residents and guests.

We have a very active Friends of Dorothea Court group, as well as a Pilgrims' Friend Society support group who connect with the community and plan some activities throughout the year. We are very well connected with the local church networks.


Onsite Lifestyle
Eating Out Dining Room
Entertainment Communal Lounge

Lifestyle Photos

We have a very active Friends of Dorothea Court group, as well as a Pilgrims' Friend Society support group who connect with the community and plan some activities throughout the year. We are very well connected with the local church networks.


Onsite Wellbeing
Sports & Activities Bowls, Bridge, Croquet, Painting
The Outdoors Gardens, Grounds, Landscaped Gardens, Seated Patio Area

Wellbeing Photos

We have 15 retirement and 11 assisted living flats at Dorothea Court. Accommodation is suitable for couples.

Our bedrooms are beautifully decorated with en-suite facilities. Residents are encouraged to bring along some home comforts for the personal and familiar touch.

A guest flat is also available for respite breaks or visitors.


Types & Options
Minimum Age 60
Admission Criteria Christian faith community
Types of Property Available 1 Bed Apartments
Ownership Options Buy, Rent

Properties

Dorothea Court

Format
1 Bed Apartments
Ensuite
No

We have 15 retirement and 11 assisted living flats at Dorothea Court. Accommodation is suitable for couples.

A guest flat is also available for respite breaks or visitors.

Please note: All Prices are subject to availability and other charges may apply

Service Charges
What's Included Garden maintenance

We have a beautiful large garden between the houses which is available for residents to use. We provide help with laundry.


Onsite
Other Facilities Laundry, Reception

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

We've taken the appropriate steps to ensure the safety of residents.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below.
Regulator: Not required
safe-tick Testing The provider assured the regulator that it was accessing testing for people using the service and staff.
safe-tick Use of PPE The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely.
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports.

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Can You Bring Your Pet
No

32 Park Ave
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK40 2LR

Transport
Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby.

Places of Worship
Anglican Church, Catholic Church, Gurdwara Temple, Methodist Church, Mosque.

Nearby Services
Bank, Chemist, Church, Garden Centre, Hospital, Library, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Post Office, Pub, Restaurant, Shopping Centre, Shops, Surgery.

Frequently asked questions about Dorothea Court

Dorothea Court classes itself as a Retirement Community.

Dorothea Court offers Domestic Help and Companionship services.

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Dorothea Court does offer Home Care services on site.

These services include Domestic Help and Companionship services.

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Dorothea Court does not have a care home on site.

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Dorothea Court has 1 Bed Apartments available.

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Dorothea Court offers these ownership options: Buy, Rent.

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Dorothea Court does not have staff on site 24/7.

Dorothea Court is not run by an ARCO Approved Operator.

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Yes, there is a minimum age requirement of 60 at Dorothea Court.

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Yes, Dorothea Court has Dining Room facilities.

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Dorothea Court has Communal Lounge facilities on site.

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Dorothea Court has these initiatives in place:

  • Infection Control Training
  • Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices
  • Virus Testing

To view more details please click here.

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