The Grove -4
Residential care home · Bedford
4 The Grove, Westoning, Bedford, MK45 5LX
Run by MacIntyre Care
- GoodCQC · Jul 2025
- 7.4Our score
- Beds7
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01525 718025
Inspectors asked it to improve: Effective
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 16 July 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Grove -4
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-119129498
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Grove -4
The Grove -4 provides residential support for people with learning disabilities through MacIntyre, a charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people across England and Wales. The organisation’s Bedfordshire services include support for adults in Bedford and surrounding areas, with housing and everyday support forming part of its wider offer.
MacIntyre’s approach is built around helping people live lives that make sense to them, connect with local neighbourhoods and use their skills and interests. The service is relevant to people seeking a place to call home alongside support that encourages participation and independence. Support helps people connect with local neighbourhoods and lead ordinary lives.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bedford
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove -2Bedford | 0 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| The Grove -6Bedford | 0 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Penniston BarnMilton Keynes | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement | 5.6 | |
| The BungalowMilton Keynes | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Woodland HouseMilton Keynes | 0.7 miles | Inadequate | 2.6 |
Also run by MacIntyre Care
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove -2Bedford | Good | 7.4 | |
| The Grove -6Bedford | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Hubbard CloseFlitwick | Good | 8.0 | |
| Saxon CloseFlitwick | Good | 8.0 | |
| 42a HaddonMilton Keynes | Good | 8.0 | |
| Daubeney GateMilton Keynes | Good | 7.4 | |
| Marley GroveMilton Keynes | Good | 8.0 | |
| Monro AvenueMilton Keynes | Good | 8.0 | |
| Station RoadSt Albans | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ceely RoadAylesbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| Crosby CloseSt Albans | Good | 8.0 | |
| Southview CloseLondon | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Charity-led learning disability support
- Community connection
Ask about
- The registered care scope is without nursing.
Suits: People with learning disabilities seeking supported housing
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
4 The Grove, Westoning, Bedford, MK45 5LX
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Questions families ask
How much does The Grove -4 cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Grove -4 for its weekly fee. As a guide, Central Bedfordshire council paid on average £993 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask The Grove -4 whether it takes residents funded by Central Bedfordshire council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.