Active Homecare
Active Homecare is a home care agency in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire (LU6 1RP). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Active Homecare
At Active Homecare, we provide professional and compassionate care to people in their own homes across Dunstable and the wider Central Bedfordshire area. We genuinely believe that staying in familiar surroundings makes a real difference to wellbeing, and everything we do is shaped around that belief. We support a wide range of people, including older adults, those living with dementia, individuals with physical disabilities, people with visual or hearing impairments, and younger adults who need a helping hand to live independently. Every person we care for has their own story, their own routine, and their own preferences, and we work hard to make sure our support reflects that. We are proud to hold an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the commitment and consistency of our whole team. It means a great deal to us, not as a badge, but as confirmation that the people we care for and their families genuinely feel well looked after. Dementia care is one of our areas of real focus. We understand how much it matters to keep things calm, consistent and familiar for someone living with dementia, and we take time to get to know each person properly before care even begins. That preparation makes a genuine difference day to day. Whether someone needs a brief daily visit or more involved support throughout the week, we tailor our approach to what works best for them. We keep communication open with families too, because we know that trust is built through honesty and reliability, not just words. If you are looking for care for yourself or someone you love in Dunstable or the surrounding area, we would be very happy to have a conversation. There is no pressure, just a straightforward chat about what you need and how we might be able to help.
Care provided at Active Homecare
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 24 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Active Homecare
Where is Active Homecare located?
Active Homecare is a home care agency based in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire (LU6 1RP), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Active Homecare provide?
Active Homecare is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Active Homecare's CQC rating?
Active Homecare is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 24 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Active Homecare provide dementia care?
Yes. Active Homecare supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Active Homecare
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Active Homecare is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Active Homecare covers roughly 10 miles from Dunstable.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the East
Active Homecare has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £28 to £33 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Active Homecare. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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