Bedford Citizens Housing Association (BHCA) is committing to providing local residents with high-quality care, support, and housing throughout Bedford. We have a wide range of properties available, including a registered care home, extra care housing, sheltered housing, and general-needs housing.
Bedford Citizens Housing Association (BHCA) is committing to providing local residents with high-quality care, support, and housing throughout Bedford. We have a wide range of properties available, including a registered care home, extra care housing, sheltered housing, and general-needs housing.
Bedford's Premier Care Housing Options
We’re proud to offer a variety of care housing options designed with your needs in mind. Whether you’re looking for a safe place with a strong community feel or need more tailored support at places like Bedford Charter House, we’ve got you covered.
Sheltered Housing
Continue to live independently and enjoy a community spirit in our secure, sheltered housing. It's designed with your comfort and safety in mind.
Residential Care
Receive warm, personalised care that makes you feel right at home. Bedford Charter House is a stunning residential care home with numerous built-in facilities.
Respite Care
Respite care provides short-term support for your loved one. Available at Bedford Charter House, it gives you or your loved one a well-earned break.
Extra Care Housing
Providing homes specifically designed for older people with a care service based on-site to deliver a tailored personal care package.
Personalised Services
BCHA supports people staying independent in their own homes by encouraging them to employ a personal assistant.
Video Calling
Keep family and friends close with our simple video calling, making every chat feel like a face-to-face visit.
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Committed to Quality
We are committed to the highest level of care and the safety and happiness of our residents.
Bedford Charter House
CQC overall rating: Good | Latest inspection: 17th August 2021
Oak Way House
CQC overall rating: Good | Latest inspection: 11th July 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Formed in 1957, the Bedford Citizens Housing Association, or BHCA, works to provide high-quality housing for elderly people of limited means. For almost 70 years, we’ve worked tirelessly, acquiring new homes and expanding our existing care homes. Today, we’ve got a selection of properties that are perfect for older adults looking for a quiet, friendly environment.
Bedford Citizens’ Housing Association (BCHA) provides a variety of supportive housing options tailored for older adults. These include sheltered housing for those who desire a secure and community-oriented living space, residential care at Bedford Charter House for long-term support, and extra care housing, which offers independence along with on-site care services.
Safety and security are top priorities at BCHA’s sheltered housing. Each facility is designed with the well-being of older adults in mind, featuring secure access, emergency call systems, and staff available 24/7 to provide assistance and ensure residents feel safe and secure in their living environment.
Yes. BCHA is proud of the personalised services it offers to the individual needs of each resident of our Bedford care homes. Our services can be tailored to accommodate specific daily activities or more comprehensive requirements. Whatever you or your loved ones need to stay happy and healthy, we’re more than happy to provide.
Examples of personalised care include employing a personal assistant, payroll services (if you employ a carer), and much more.
BCHA’s extra care housing combines the independence of a private home with the security of on-site care services. Amenities include fully equipped apartments, communal areas for social activities, gardens, and personalised care services available around the clock. This setup allows residents to live independently while having the necessary support tailored to their personal care needs.
On the other hand, each resident at the Bedford Charter House gets a generously sized room (with en-suite), internet access, a large TV, and access to the Club House. It’s an incredible space filled with a cinema, style room, and even a hairdressing salon.
One of the best parts about staying in a Bedford care home is the company. We encourage residents to spend time together, whether that’s just having a chat, inviting someone round to their room, or heading to the Club House for a film. But there’s no substitute for friends and family.
We help residents stay connected with our video-calling services. This ensures that despite the physical distance, emotional connections continue to thrive. It’s the perfect way to keep in touch with relatives who don’t live nearby.