Lady Spencer House

Lady Spencer House is a residential care home in Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire (LU5 5BJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Lady Spencer House

We are Lady Spencer House, a residential care home in Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire. We provide a home for older people, including those living with dementia, and we also take respite stays. A home of our size has an advantage that is easy to overlook, which is that staff genuinely know everybody who lives here. Not just the care plan but the preferences, the history and the small things that make a difference to somebody's day. That knowledge is what good care is actually built on and it is very hard to substitute for. Dementia shapes much of our work. We have found that correcting somebody's account of things achieves nothing, and that knowing who a person has been tells us far more than any list of symptoms. Distress nearly always has a cause, and it is more often practical than people expect. For health needs beyond our registration we work with district nurses and GPs rather than stretching to cover something we should not, and we are clear with families about where that line falls. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.

Care provided at Lady Spencer House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Lady Spencer House

Where is Lady Spencer House located?

Lady Spencer House is a residential care home in Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire, LU5 5BJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Lady Spencer House provide?

Lady Spencer House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Lady Spencer House's CQC rating?

Lady Spencer House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 March 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Lady Spencer House provide dementia care?

Yes. Lady Spencer House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Lady Spencer House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Lady Spencer House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Lady Spencer House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Lady Spencer House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Lady Spencer House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Lady Spencer House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Lady Spencer House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Lady Spencer House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Lady Spencer House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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