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Hands On Healthcare Solutions Ltd provides compassionate, person-centred domiciliary care services tailored to individual needs.
Our services include:
Personal care
Medication support
Companionship
Dementia care
Live-in care
Overnight care
Hospital discharge support
Palliative and end-of-life care
Meal preparation
Domestic support
Mobility assistance
Support for adults with physical or learning disabilities
All care is delivered in accordance with CQC standards and individual care plans.
We take your privacy seriously. When you use our home care Bedfordshire services, we only collect and use personal data such as your name, contact details, and care-related information to provide and manage care safely and properly. We handle this in line with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our lawful basis for processing includes consent, legitimate interest, and legal obligation.
We are a CQC-registered provider, ensuring our services meet the high standards set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our dedicated team is trained to deliver compassionate, person-centred care that prioritises your independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
Yes, Hands On Healthcare Solutions Ltd is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are dedicated to delivering services that are safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led, ensuring the highest standards of care for you and your loved ones.
We proudly serve Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, including Bedford, Luton, Kempston, Dunstable, Biggleswade, and Leighton Buzzard. Contact our friendly team to confirm availability in your specific location.
Care services can often begin within 24–48 hours, depending on the urgency and assessment outcome. We prioritise urgent hospital discharges and emergency support requests to ensure timely care for your loved ones.
We support a range of funding arrangements, including private self-funding, local authority-funded care, and NHS or hospital discharge referrals where applicable. If you are unsure what applies in your situation, our team can talk you through the next steps and help you understand the options available for home care Bedfordshire.
Yes. We provide person-centred support for people living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, and other complex care needs. Our carers focus on familiar routines, clear communication, and respectful support that promotes confidence, independence, and wellbeing.
Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation care assessment in Bedford and Bedfordshire. We use this to understand the person’s needs, routines, preferences, health conditions, and family concerns. From there, we create a tailored care plan that supports dignity, independence, and safety at home.
Yes. Our respite care gives family carers a short-term break while we provide reliable, compassionate support at home. It can be arranged for a few hours, overnight, or for a longer period, depending on what is needed. We aim to make the transition smooth and reassuring for everyone involved.
Domiciliary care involves providing support and care in the comfort of your own home. This can include assistance with daily activities, personal care, and companionship, allowing your loved one to maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
Yes, we provide live-in care services where a dedicated carer stays with your loved one in their home, offering round-the-clock support and companionship. This personalised service is perfect for those who need continuous care while remaining in the comfort of their familiar surroundings.
Domiciliary care involves providing support and care in the comfort of your own home. This can include assistance with daily activities, personal care, and companionship, allowing your loved one to maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
You can contact us directly via phone or email to discuss your needs. Our team will work with you to create a tailored care plan that meets your family member’s specific requirements.
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Hands On Healthcare Solutions Ltd provides compassionate, person-centred domiciliary care services tailored to individual needs.
Our services include:
Personal care
Medication support
Companionship
Dementia care
Live-in care
Overnight care
Hospital discharge support
Palliative and end-of-life care
Meal preparation
Domestic support
Mobility assistance
Support for adults with physical or learning disabilities
All care is delivered in accordance with CQC standards and individual care plans.
We take your privacy seriously. When you use our home care Bedfordshire services, we only collect and use personal data such as your name, contact details, and care-related information to provide and manage care safely and properly. We handle this in line with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our lawful basis for processing includes consent, legitimate interest, and legal obligation.
We are a CQC-registered provider, ensuring our services meet the high standards set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our dedicated team is trained to deliver compassionate, person-centred care that prioritises your independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
Yes, Hands On Healthcare Solutions Ltd is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are dedicated to delivering services that are safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led, ensuring the highest standards of care for you and your loved ones.
We proudly serve Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, including Bedford, Luton, Kempston, Dunstable, Biggleswade, and Leighton Buzzard. Contact our friendly team to confirm availability in your specific location.
Care services can often begin within 24–48 hours, depending on the urgency and assessment outcome. We prioritise urgent hospital discharges and emergency support requests to ensure timely care for your loved ones.
We support a range of funding arrangements, including private self-funding, local authority-funded care, and NHS or hospital discharge referrals where applicable. If you are unsure what applies in your situation, our team can talk you through the next steps and help you understand the options available for home care Bedfordshire.
Yes. We provide person-centred support for people living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, and other complex care needs. Our carers focus on familiar routines, clear communication, and respectful support that promotes confidence, independence, and wellbeing.
Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation care assessment in Bedford and Bedfordshire. We use this to understand the person’s needs, routines, preferences, health conditions, and family concerns. From there, we create a tailored care plan that supports dignity, independence, and safety at home.
Yes. Our respite care gives family carers a short-term break while we provide reliable, compassionate support at home. It can be arranged for a few hours, overnight, or for a longer period, depending on what is needed. We aim to make the transition smooth and reassuring for everyone involved.
Domiciliary care involves providing support and care in the comfort of your own home. This can include assistance with daily activities, personal care, and companionship, allowing your loved one to maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
Yes, we provide live-in care services where a dedicated carer stays with your loved one in their home, offering round-the-clock support and companionship. This personalised service is perfect for those who need continuous care while remaining in the comfort of their familiar surroundings.
Domiciliary care involves providing support and care in the comfort of your own home. This can include assistance with daily activities, personal care, and companionship, allowing your loved one to maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
You can contact us directly via phone or email to discuss your needs. Our team will work with you to create a tailored care plan that meets your family member’s specific requirements.
FAQ
Frequently Ask Questions
We’ve answered some of the most common questions to help you understand our services and how we work. If you need more information, feel free to get in touch with our team anytime.


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