Care Homes Owned by Bridge Oak Care Homes in Bedfordshire

Thank you once again Hayley and all the staff

Top marks all round to Blakelands Lodge

The home is managed by a team who really care about the residents. They work hard to make it a happy and enjoyable place to live. They are always ready to listen and take time to speak to residents.

I would highly recommend, leaps and bounds above most other homes that i have visited, more like a country hotel rather than a care establishment.

Mum thoroughly enjoyed her respite stay at Blakelands and found the amenities and activities to be very enjoyable whilst making some new friends with full time residents. She was also impressed with the friendly and professional staff at Blakelands. My wife and I were able to relax and enjoy our holiday safe in the knowledge that Mum was in safe hands and being looked after.

The home is simply elegant and gorgeous, the staff team are wonderful, I have witnessed displays of compassion and kindness also humour and laughter. The management lead by example and are often assisting residents not hidden away. Mums enjoyed a range of activities and shows.

We couldn't be more grateful for the support, level of service and care we have received from Blakelands. We first got in touch in about May 2025 when it became apparent that Mum might need to transition to a care home. We were instantly impressed and reassured that Blakelands would be the perfect environment for Mum and 'partner' for us to ensure she was cared for in a modern, well-equipped, safe, clean, friendly and professional environment. Mum moved in in July 2025 and Blakelands have exceeded our high expectations. My brother and I immediately benefited from clear, available and reliable two way communications regarding Mum's health and transition to her new environment. We have benefited from the team's friendly support to us as well as Mum. We are extremely happy in the knowledge that Mum is very well supported by a well trained and kind caring team. There is a comprehensive range of activities and services on hand. I have no reservation in highly recommending the whole team.

My mum went to Blakelands Lodge initially for one months' respite in October. She is enjoying her stay so much that she has extended from the initial month to 5 months now. There's always plenty to do and lovely staff, mum is really happy at Blakelands Lodge.

Blakelands was recommended to us by a friend with detailed knowledge of care homes in the area and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending it to others. It has to be a personal choice in the end, but Blakelands is absolutely well worth consideration.

I visited many carehomes on behalf of my Dad, who has dementia, as he was no longer safe alone at his house. As he was initially reluctant to go into care, I really needed to make the right decision for him. As soon as I entered Blakelands Lodge I was made to feel very welcome and knew that my Dad would love the bright, airy and spacious rooms and the lovely friendly and genuinely caring staff. He initially stayed for 4 weeks respite care, after which he decided to stay permanently. I'm so pleased that he made this decision as he now feels at home here, no longer lonely at home alone and being looked after with such kindness, care and attention. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff and they really welcome family and friends when visiting. In my opinion, Blakelands Lodge stands out from all the others I visited due to the staff being genuinely happy and caring in their roles, which reflects in the happy residents! A huge Thank You to everyone.

My husband stayed in Blakelands Lodge for 2 weeks respite care. During that time he was well cared for. By all the staff. He is booked in for another stay early next year. I would not hesitate to recommend this care home.

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The care provided by blakelands was excellent in every respect. The staff were kind and thoughtful. The environment was high quality and well maintained. All round a fantastic place. Couldn't have asked for better.

I honestly believe that my aunt's move to Blakelands has been thoroughly beneficial to her and has enriched her life, and also has benefitted me, as a person also getting on in years, and given me and my family peace of mind, knowing my aunt is safe, well cared for, and happy.

Thanks Blakelands.

The first few weeks Mum found it difficult to settle but the staff we fantastic with her and so caring that she soon settled & found a routine that suited her. Mum loves the company of other residents & also the activities that happen each morning & afternoon, together with the summer walks & visits to the local garden centre.

Thank you for the excellent care provided by all of the staff at Blakelands Lodge. My father was always looked after with such kindness and really enjoyed the home cooked food. Also thank you for the way that you look after the relatives as well as the residents. I was always made to feel welcome and given tea and cakes when I visited and it became like my second home.

Blakelands truly ticks all the boxes. Every time I come to visit it feels like seeing extended family. I cannot thank you enough.

My wife has had two spells of respite care at Blakelands Lodge and the care and respect she has been given have been excellent on both occasions. The staff are very friendly and caring and went out of their way to help both my wife and myself. I'm sure that when she next needs some respite care we will be going back to Blakelands Lodge for this. Thank you to all the staff and caters there.

My father spent 4 weeks in the home for respite care. I was away during this time but other family members expressed how well he settled with his partner and delighted with the care he received over this period.