Anjulita Court

Bramley Way, North Brickhill, Bedford MK41 7GD
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When you step into Anjulita Court, it isn’t just the countryside views or the thoughtfully designed architecture that linger in your memory. It’s the uplifting positivity of a home that connects warmth, positivity, and unwavering commitment to making each day meaningful for every resident. The home provide nursing, dementia and residential care ensuring each resident feels secure, respected, and valued.

With 62 ensuite bedrooms, spacious communal lounges, and a stunning central foyer that serves as the heart of the home, Anjulita Court is more than just a care home, it’s a vibrant, close-knit community. Every thoughtfully designed space offers comfort and fosters connection, from private bedrooms with garden views to shared areas that bring residents, families, and staff together.

Residents can enjoy the sensory room, with its calming lights and sounds, as well as the hydrotherapy pool, which promotes relaxation and mobility, enhance residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing. The beautifully landscaped gardens, and peaceful courtyard offer tranquil spaces to unwind or socialise. Anjulita Court’s vibrant atmosphere is enriched by a full calendar of activities, including music festivals, cultural events, and intergenerational programmes.

Anjulita Court’s legacy of care spans over 60 years, a testament to the home’s dedication to providing exceptional support and creating a true sense of belonging for its residents. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for short stays, nursing, dementia or residential care, the team at Anjulita Court are here to help.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1508 – £1759
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1729 – £1917
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1959 – £2319
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1759
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1917
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2319

Additional costs are charged for hairdressing, chiropody, escort to hospital planned appointments, newspapers.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Anjulita Court to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Ernie Botley (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • direct enquiries or referral from LA or Health - pre admission assessment
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2009
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (62)

Visiting

  • Residents families may visit at any time.
    Enquiry show round / tours preferably during weekday office hours or by agreement with home manager.

Parking

  • Car Park at front of the building

Anjulita Court Reviews (62)

9.9

Anjulita Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Anjulita Court has 62 reviews.

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Review from Craig S (Grandson of Resident) published on 26 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
I have visited my Grandma several times at the home on the first-floor Dementia unit. Every time I visit care staff are sat at the dining table talking to each other and ignoring residents. Before the inevitable response of "completing paperwork," this could be done sat with residents in the lounge
or involving residents in their paperwork.
People are left sat without stimulation, interaction or care with staff talking to each other. I work in the industry and am confident there is no consideration to Dementia care at this service at all with the care home being based on a religious ideal rather than a specialist care setting to best meet the needs of individuals who require care and support.
There are far better options available, providing excellent care for similar price ranges for private paying customers.
Reply from Ernie Botley, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your feedback; it is important that documentation is completed in a timely manner but this should be done whilst sitting with our residents. We will use your feedback to make improvements. We are proud of our links to the Methodist Church but please be assured that Anjulita Court is a specialist care setting and we are currently working with our Dementia Care Lead as part of our Dementia Strategy. I would be very happy to meet with you to discuss any concerns that you have.

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Review from L J (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was admitted directly from hospital. On arrival, he was given a hot meal made especially for him and was made comfortable in his room. The senior carer and the carers are taking very good care of him, and whenever I visit he is content, clean and presentable - thank you! All the staff throughout
the home seem very skilled and compassionate. This kindness has helped our family tremendously.
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Review from Margaret T (Resident) published on 12 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very helpful when required, plenty of things to do. Nice food and variety. Very comforting to have so many people to help me if needed.
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Review from Donna (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 27 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
This home is misrepresented on their website by stating its a care home for Dementia and having a specialist care category with Alzheimer's. Please note this is not the case! Be very careful when looking at placing a loved one here in the dementia unit as the management suggested my father in law needed
a nursing dementia unit after he was a little challenging some times when it came to personal care. Very disappointed with the standard of care at this facility and lack of training for the dementia unit. I feel they just want residents that just sit all day and are easy to care for. I would like to say thank you to some of the care team who are excellent at their job and have a full understanding of Dementia care needs.
Reply from Amanda Weir, Area Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for taking the time to feedback your comments in relation to Anjulita Court. I am sorry that you feel the Home is misrepresented on our website. Please be assured that we do our very best to care for each resident in line with their needs, however, there are times when it is necessary for an alternative placement to be found when we are unable to meet the needs of the individual. Please be assured that all our staff have the benefit of a wide range of training including sessions from other organisations and that our Head of Dementia visits services on a regular basis to provide ongoing support and advice. Your kind comments in relation to the care team are much appreciated and I will ensure your feedback is shared with them.

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Review from Richard E (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident in Anjulita Court for nearly four years. I held Power of Attorney for her and looked after all her affairs. She died at the end of March, 2019 aged almost 100 years. Throughout her stay she was treated with dignity and respect, and, as an only son, I am immensely grateful to
the Anjulita for the love and support, and care given not only to my mother but to me on the day she died. In particular, the chaplain was unobtrusive but so reassuring. I cannot praise all the staff enough. I would rate the Anjulita as a first class establishment.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your kind words, especially at this difficult time. We were only to glad to care for your mother. Thank you also for all the hard work you have put in as a volunteer, you too have helped put quality into the care at Anjulita Court.

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Review from Jonathan W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 17 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Anjulita Court is a lovely place. The overall standard is high. The care support and staff are very friendly and understanding.
The rooms are well maintained, spacious and well kept. Safety and security is a priority. Overall, the place is value for money.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

We are so happy that your father-in-law is happy at Anjulita Court and that you feel we are a good home for him to reside in. Our dedicated team will be thrilled to hear that you feel he is well taken care of and they will continue to support him to live life to the full. Thank you.

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Review from Debra H (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been in Anjulita Court a few weeks and is still settling in. She has found the experience of having to have 24-hour care quite upsetting but the staff have been very good with her and my sister and I.
We have found this adjustment difficult too and the care team have been very supportive
when we visit. Anjulita Court has a happy, friendly and caring atmosphere.
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Review from Celia H (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Anjulita Court and its staff have made my mother's transition to living in a care home as smooth as could possibly be hoped for. The staff are always very kind, personable and patient to all residents and visitors. They have been cheerful and understanding and my mother always says she cannot fault
them. Bravo Anjulita - thank you!
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Review from Roger W (Resident) published on 3 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been in this unit for almost 7 years. I sleep well, eat well and have as much freedom as my physical condition allows. We have an excellent Chaplin and carers. I am allowed to play the keyboard at any time and that gives me great pleasure, even if I don't always play the notes in the right order.
So I say three cheers for MHA and NHS
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Review from M L (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 30 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very caring. The rooms are very comfortable. There are plenty of activities to take part in. The food is good and if you don't like the options on the menu an alternative will be provided. There are plenty of opportunities to socialise.
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Review from V W (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
This home is misrepresented on their website by stating its a care home with nursing and having a specialist care category with Alzheimer's. Please note this is not the case! Be very careful when looking at placing a loved one here in the dementia unit as the manager suggested my mother needed a nursing
dementia unit after having to go to hospital with a UTI! Very disappointed with the standard of care at this facility and lack of management skills.
Reply from Roda Williams, Area Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your feedback which is much appreciated. I am sorry you feel that Anjulita Court was misrepresented on our website. I am hoping that following our meeting we were able to clarify that Anjulita Court is registered for Nursing and Residential Dementia Care. We do not offer a Dementia Nursing service.

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Review from Esther C (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Anjulita Court is a well run and positive place. There are plenty of activities to keep the residents engaged and my mum especially enjoys the hydro pool. The staff are very professional and helpful and there is a good community feel.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

We are really pleased that your Mother has settled in so well and has made such good use of all the facilities we offer. It is a pleasure to look after her and we are pleased that you as a family feel confident that your Mother receives the care she needs as well as those little extras that make life so much more fun.

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Review from Jenny L (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has received excellent care from teams of carers who genuinely seem to enjoy looking after her. Any concerns raised by family members have been swiftly addressed.
My father spent his 'end of life' time and passing away at Anjulita and the care/love shown to us all was very special. We are
so grateful for the determination of staff to see Mum through that difficult time.
The managers a wonderful team and have always made themselves available to meet with family and engage with Mum too.
Anjulita Court is an amazing provision for Bedford and I feel privileged to have been involved with this care home.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your kind comments regarding the care team at Anjulita Court. I am so pleased to hear of the special love and care shown to you all. I will ensure that your feedback is shared with our team. Thank you again.

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Review from Peter R (Son of Resident) published on 19 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was in Anjulita Court for 21 months. She really enjoyed her time there, made many friends and was happy to join in the activities on a regular basis. The facilities were very good and the staff always helpful and caring, even as her health deteriorated due to Alzheimer's and Dementia.
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were pleased that the managers and staff were able to make it possible for her to return from hospital to spend her last days there in a peaceful and caring environment.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your kind feedback regarding the team at Anjulita Court which is much appreciated. I am so pleased that your mother really enjoyed her time with us and that she made many friends during that time. Thank you again.

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Review from Jan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Anjulita Court is a care home set in a modern well-designed building with an attractive garden. The staff are welcoming and caring, treating residents as individuals. The food is good with residents sitting in the dining area or eating in their rooms. Daily activities are provided and services are held
3 times a week.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for letting us know about your experiences of Anjulita Court. It is great to receive such positive feedback about the care, food and activities which I will ensure are shared with the whole team.

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Review from E M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kind and caring staff, a variety of activities to take part in if able. Clean and comfortable.
Staff are supportive and helpful to relatives and any issues are dealt with quickly and competently.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for feedback regarding Anjulita Court. I am delighted to hear that you have found the staff to be kind, caring and supportive. Your feedback is much appreciated and will be shared with our team.

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Review from T W (Husband of Resident) published on 3 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A well kept care home with caring staff. Turnover of staff is a problem but I believe this not unusual with care homes.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for your comments regarding Anjulita Court. I note that you feel staff turnover is high and would reassure you that there have been 8 leavers within the last three months. Please be assured that this level of leavers from the large staff team we have is not unusual. Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention.

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Review from Charles R (Son of Resident) published on 3 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When looking for a home for my mother, we were fortunate to get a room at Anjulita Court.
From the moment they assessed her needs, through to arrival and her stay, the staff and management could not have been kinder or done more.
She is well cared for, safe and happy, and so am I.
Reply from Kath Bagnall, Home Manager at Anjulita Court

Thank you for taking the time to share and feedback your experiences of Anjulita Court. Your comments regarding our staff team are much appreciated. I will ensure that they are shared with the team. Thank you.

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Review from Susan W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother has been a resident in Anjulita Court for almost 7 months and we have been delighted with both the home itself and the care she is receiving there. She was reluctant to 'give in' and accept that she needed a greater degree of care than we could provide for her at home, but she settled in
very quickly due largely to the welcome she given by the carers, activity staff and even the kitchen staff who came to introduce themselves. She is very happy and well cared for, always looks smart and clean and enjoys all the activities and entertainment offered in the home. Food is good, rooms are spacious and clean and, far from this being the 'institution' one imagines a care home to be,she is enjoying a new lease of life. Her words '"I don't think I could be in a nicer place". Nor do we!!!
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Review from Wendy E (Wife of Resident) published on 26 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The care of my husband is very good and helpful and he enjoys living here.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.884)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10 for Anjulita Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.884 for Anjulita Court is calculated as follows: ( (225 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 251 Ratings = 4.884
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Anjulita Court is based on 22 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 62 registered maximum number of service users is 12.4, which has been reached with 22 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 3 Jan 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Ernie

Ernie Botley

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2019

Ernie has been the home manager at MHA Anjulita Court in Bedford since 2019. He has been a nurse since 1983 and has a caring and open approach to managing the team and supporting residents and families. His door is always open for feedback from anyone. He also supports residents in enjoying activities including music and the garden.

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