Orchid Lawns
Nursing home · Steppingley
Steppingley Hospital Grounds, Ampthill Road, Steppingley, MK45 1AB
Run by Health & Care Services (NW) Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Aug 2021
- 5.6Our score
- Beds24
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01525 713630
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe, Effective, Responsive and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 10 August 2021
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Orchid Lawns
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-137524302
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Orchid Lawns
Orchid Lawns provides specialist nursing and dementia support for adults, including people with complex support needs, mental health conditions, communication difficulties and other medical needs requiring nursing care. The home also offers end-of-life, palliative and respite services.
A nurse-led team supports residents throughout the day, with individual routines, activities and meals shaped around personal preferences and dietary requirements. Families are invited to stay involved through regular care meetings and an open-door visiting policy. Orchid Lawns offers specialist nursing and dementia support for 24 adults, with registered nurses providing input around the clock.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Steppingley
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Care Is Central - Honeysuckle HouseBedford | 0.3 miles | |||
| Baycroft FlitwickFlitwick | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Saxon CloseFlitwick | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Pine HouseBedford | 1.1 miles | |||
| Pine LodgeBedford | 1.1 miles |
Also run by Health & Care Services (NW) Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potton HouseBiggleswade | Good | 7.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Specialist support for complex needs
- 24-hour registered nurse input
Ask about
- The home supports 24 adults and offers open-door visiting seven days a week.
Suits: Adults with dementia or complex nursing needs
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Steppingley Hospital Grounds, Ampthill Road, Steppingley, MK45 1AB
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Questions families ask
How often are families updated about care?
Families are invited to a meeting at the home every six weeks to hear about care and recent developments. More regular in-person or telephone catch-ups can also be arranged.
Can family and friends visit every day?
Yes. Family and friends are welcome seven days a week and can participate in activities. Overnight stays are not available, but meals can be arranged with advance notice.
What does the home provide in each bedroom?
Each bedroom includes a profiling nursing bed, bedding, basic furniture and a bedside table. Families provide toiletries, clothing and optional room items, with clothing labelled.
How many meals do residents receive each day?
The catering team prepares three meals a day, with snacks available at all times. Residents can choose from available options and dietary needs are catered for.
Can residents have pets at the home?
Pets are welcome to visit, but they cannot live at the home with residents.
Are activities tailored to each resident?
Yes. Every resident has an individual activities planner, and the activities coordinator organises both in-house activities and outings with residents’ input.