VerifiedCQC Outstanding
1st Homecare Solutions Limited is a home care agency based in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Leighton Buzzard
3 agencies
There are 3 dementia home care agencies in and around Leighton Buzzard on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Smart Choice Healthcare Ltd in November 2022.
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VerifiedCare4u2day Limited Leighton Buzzard is a home care agency based in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Smart Choice Healthcare Ltd provides specialist dementia care for older people aged 65 and over, as well as younger adults under 65.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Key facts: Leighton Buzzard
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Most recently inspected | Smart Choice Healthcare Ltd (November 2022) |
Outstanding1
Good1
Not yet rated1
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Leighton Buzzard
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Outstanding
1
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
1
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What home care costs in Leighton Buzzard
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Central Bedfordshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,008/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Central Bedfordshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Leighton Buzzard
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Leighton Buzzard compares with the wider Central Bedfordshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Leighton Buzzard | Central Bedfordshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,363 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,352 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Leighton Buzzard within ~5 miles; Central Bedfordshire county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Leighton Buzzard?
AskBart lists 3 dementia home care agencies in and around Leighton Buzzard, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Leighton Buzzard rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Leighton Buzzard?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
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