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Bedfordshire
In Bedfordshire we offer support for children, young people and adults in Ampthill, Bedford, Flitwick and the surrounding areas.
Westoning Manor in Bedfordshire was the site of MacIntyre’s first property in the 1960s; we are proud of our past and still have three purpose-built homes in the original walled garden.
For Adults
We offer Registered Care, Supported Living, Lifelong Learning and Outreach. We were delighted to acquire a new Learning Centre in Bedford – My Time Bedford - in 2023.
Our Learning Centres in Ampthill and Bedford provide meaningful activities for adults. We have strong connections with local people businesses and groups in the surrounding areas which enable countless opportunities for learning and creativity right on the doorstep. The annual Strawberry Tea, open to all, is just one of many events in the calendar.
A recent CQC report for one of the registered care homes found:
Staff were positive about the support they received from the management team. Staff members had a thorough induction at the service before they begun supporting people directly.
A relative said
The house doesn’t feel like a 'care home'. Staff make it feel so homely and comfortable for my relative.
For Young People
MacIntyre No Limits™ in Bedford is our post-16 education provision, delivered in partnership with Milton Keynes College and Bedford Borough Council.
Opened in 2022 at a freshly renovated base in Cotton End, support is provided for young people whose learning difficulties or autism mean that mainstream education won't always meet their needs. A tailored curriculum means we teach what is important for the individual: key life skills and appropriate lessons in literacy, numeracy and ICT both in the No Limits base and in the local area.
One student who has benefitted from this approach is Amanda (not her real name).
Amanda had been supported 2:1 in school and was not included in any of the group lessons. During her first term with No Limits we developed a communication system that enabled Amanda to make active choices in her day and have control of how, where and what she was learning.
This in turn made Amanda more secure and confident in her learning and, by using a communication method that made sense to her, Amanda was not only able to join in group sessions with peers, but also made friends with other learners.
For Children
Our registered children’s home in Bedfordshire is home to five young people aged 10 to 19 who attend our nearby MacIntyre School in Wingrave.
The detached house on a quiet road also has a spacious garden with a sunken trampoline, swing and a beautiful summer house that doubles up as a base for arts and crafts.
The young people love nothing more than getting out and about and having fun, from bowling to swimming, rugby to trampoline parks or shopping, the list goes on!
Rated Good by Ofsted, the most recent inspection found:
Staff provide nurturing care to the children. Good relationships between staff and children are evident. Children are happy. They like their daily routines and enjoy spending quality time with staff.
You can read our latest Ofsted report here.
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Bedfordshire News and Events
7 Dec 2024
5 Dec 2024
Autism Network
This online event is for autistic people we support and autistic employees. Parents, siblings and carers are also welcome.
21 Nov 2024
Safeguarding Adults Week 2024 – Recognising Exploitation
Today's theme for Safeguarding Adults Week 2024, is about Recognising Exploitation and abuse, and what to do if someone is being abused or exploited.
19 Nov 2024
Safeguarding Adults Week 2024 – Working in Partnership
Today's theme for Safeguarding Adults Week 2024, is about Working in Partnership. Our aim is to empower people we support to take control in all areas…
12 Nov 2024
The Garden Gang's Timeline
The Garden Gang generously shared a timeline of key milestones from the beginning of their project.
4 Nov 2024
Why fit in?
In which one pair of socks led to big connections and paid work for people with learning disabilities
1 Nov 2024
The Sui Ling Show Episode Fifty One Featuring The Garden Gang
In this episode of The Sui-Ling Show, Sui-Ling visits Warrington to chat with The Garden Gang
1 Nov 2024
#Stoptober Yourself To Health
This #Stoptober, Book Beyond Words is making an impact! The new picture book supports people with learning disabilities on their journey to quit smoking...
Inspection Reports
See our inspection reports for this area here. If you would like to discuss any of our inspection reports, please [javascript protected email address].
Would you like to speak to someone about support we offer in Bedfordshire?
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