Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds)

Suite 1C, Jansel House, Hitchin Road, Luton LU2 7XH
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  • Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds), Luton
Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) provide an extensive range of caring skills in the home, supporting older and vulnerable people to remain comfortable, secure and independent. Ideal for older people's care needs and mobility issues, or those requiring hospital after care. Care professionals are also skilled in many specialist needs such as dementia and other long-term conditions.

All care is focused on meeting the needs of the client, having identified those needs at a Care Consultation, and thereafter describing the requirements within a tailored support plan. The plan is delivered by a supportive and responsive team employed and chosen for the desire and commitment they show in making a positive contribution to community life.

Care Provided by Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds)

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Waking)
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 60 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: from £37.50
  • Weekly Live-in Care Fees: from £1800

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)
Explain these funding types

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Tina Roberts (Franchise Manager)

Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) Reviews (127)

9.9

Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) has 127 reviews.

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Review from Marian P (Daughter of Client) published on 1 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have 3 carers who work on a rota, looking after my mum with Alzheimer's, Dementia and severe osteoporosis.
All of them give excellent care and are very considerate to mum's needs and her worries.
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Review from Chris H (Daughter of Client) published on 6 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent seems such a non-descript word to use to describe the quality of care provided by the team at Home Instead Luton.
After mum (his full-time carer) became unwell and was moved into a nursing home, we had no alternative but to look for daily help for dad. At the grand age of 92 things were
becoming quite a challenge for him at times.
We used the services of two other companies before we were recommended Home Instead. What a relief when they took over.
The carers were full of humanity, each were so caring, compassionate and incredibly supportive, not just towards dad but to the whole family. Despite the fact that dad couldn't remember their names, we know he looked forward to their visits and enjoyed the daily banter and chatter.
Towards the end of his life, dad's health had started to deteriorate. His wonderful carers were so attentive and receptive to the changes in his day to day health, he always received the best medical interventions to make sure that he was comfortable at all times.
Sadly dad has now passed away, but we remain forever thankful to all the smiling faces of his carers.
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Review from Christopher S (Husband of Client) published on 13 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The caregivers for this company are second to none. I cannot praise them enough. Due to my wife's Alzheimer's (8 years now) she relies on them for her washing, dressing and moving, she is out of bed only 5 hours day. A few months ago the office did have a few problems with incorrect invoices but this
has now been put right.
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Review from Jane B (Daughter of Client) published on 10 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family we had provided 24 hour care for mum for six years. As she became more disorientated and frail we began to struggle. After looking at residential care I didn't think mum would cope with so many people around. Home Instead really reassured us that with their help we would cope with her staying
at home. Straight away they got to really know mum and her needs so it was with relief that we were able to step back from some of the harder care needs and concentrate on making her last few months full of love in calm surroundings. I can't thank then enough. Dignified and respectful care.
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Review from N W (Daughter of Client) published on 17 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have used Home Instead Senior Care for my mother, starting with a small level of companionship care now increasing to 7 days a week twice a day. Home Instead Senior Care have accommodated every step of the way and the carers they have sent have generally been regular ones with occasional changes
when there have been staffing issues.
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Review from Ralston D S (Daughter of Client) published on 17 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The lovely ladies from Home Instead have been caring for my dad for the last 3 months. They are friendly, warm, receptive and nothing is too much trouble. My dad is extremely happy with the service provided and looks forward to the visits. We would happily recommend this company to anyone interested
in this service provision. Thank you.
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Review from Madge W (Client) published on 22 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All the carers are extremely polite, helpful and caring. Always available.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.892)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10 for Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider 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 4.942 for Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) is calculated as follows: ( (98 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 104 Ratings = 4.942
  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 available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.5 Points for the second and third Positive Reviews, 0.25 Points for each of the next two Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.05, 7th = 0.05, 8th = 0.05, 9th = 0.05, 10th = 0.05, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Home Instead (Luton & Central Beds) is based on 18 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4.95
  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 Home Care Provider 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: 26 Apr 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (7)

Olufemi

Olufemi Babalola

Job Title: Owner Joined: 2024

Hello, I’m Femi, the owner of Home Instead in Luton & Central Bedfordshire. I have a 22-year background in medical practice, specialising in mental health. My clinical practice over the years has helped forge strong personal and professional values that are in line with Home Instead’s core value of client-centred care.


My personal experience of looking after a parent with dementia, as well as my professional work as a specialist in dementia care, has allowed me to understand the importance of promoting the client’s independence and ability to make choices, even in the face of the odds and challenges they might be facing, as a consequence of poor health.


My experience and values from clinical practice will be brought to bear in providing overarching leadership to the franchise as it continues to further its vision of providing care to the highest standards, in our local communities of Hitchin, Letchworth, Stevenage and surrounding towns and villages.

Tina

Tina Roberts

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2026

My aim as Registered Manager is to create a safe, compassionate, and well-led service where clients receive exceptional, personalised care and care pros are supported to thrive, grow, and deliver care they can be proud of - ensuring Home Instead remains a trusted and outstanding provider within the community. I am compassionate and experienced Registered Manager with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that enables people to remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes. With extensive experience within Home Instead, I bring a deep understanding of the organisation's ethos and the importance of building trusted, meaningful relationships between clients, families, and care pros. I am known for my supportive leadership style, passionate about developing confident, well-trained care pros who feel valued and empowered in their roles. I lead with integrity, professionalism, and empathy, ensuring care is delivered to the highest standards while meeting all regulatory and safeguarding requirements. I also place a strong emphasis on continuity of care, dignity and respect, believing that outstanding care starts with listening and truly understanding each individuals needs, preferences, and life story.

Sue

Sue Akester

Job Title: Training Manager Joined: 2025

I aim to train and educate you so that you can feel safe, supported and confident when visiting your clients in the local community.


My Why: was my dad. When I was young, every school holiday I used to go to work with him and help. Christmas days were spent at the care home dishing up dinner and giving out presents, whilst my mum was cooking our dinner. It gave me a passion for this industry, which never went away and was always what I was going to do.

Sandeep

Sandeep Kaur

Job Title: Scheduler Joined: 2023

To ensure smooth, efficient, and person-centred scheduled that balances the needs of both our clients and Care Professionals. Ensure every client and Care Professional feels valued, respected, and listened to by handling each scheduling interaction with empathy and accuracy. I believe that a well-organised schedule enables us to deliver the best possible care by minimising delays and responding quickly to changes.

Sue

Sue Rogan

Job Title: Office Administrator Joined: 2021

The first point of contact for both Care Professionals and Clients is to provide an exceptional service by both listening to and understanding the caller’s needs. To be part of a great team who are compassionate, caring and understanding of each individual client's needs. Knowing that we make a positive difference to our clients and families' lives motivates me in my day-to-day role.

Kelly

Kelly Brown

Job Title: Training Administrator Joined: 2025

To deliver training administration with integrity, consistency, and care, ensuring learning is well organised, accessible, and fully compliant with organisational and regulatory standards. Kelly entered adult social care during the COVID-19 pandemic as a Care Professional, gaining first-hand experience of delivering care in a highly pressured and constantly changing environment.


Since then, Kelly has held several key player roles at Home Instead, including scheduling and client management, which has given her a wide and varied knowledge base across training, compliance, and operational practice. She is committed to upholding integrity in all aspects of training administration through accurate record-keeping, clear communication, and reliable processes. She values teamwork and works collaboratively with colleagues, the training team, and the registered manager to support a positive learning environment where everyone feels informed and supported. By ensuring training requirements are met and compliance is maintained, she helps protect both staff and the people we support. She believes strong training foundations-built on trust, accountability and collaboration-enable individuals and teams to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Paul

Paul Kerridge

Job Title: Recruiter Joined: 2025

Paul is a versatile and results-oriented recruitment leader with over a decade of experience across the UK and the US. He brings a unique blend of strategic HR expertise and a deep understanding of human behaviour, backed by a BA in Applied Psychology & Sociology and an MBA in Strategic HR Management. A champion of people-centred recruitment, Paul excels in high-volume environments where empathy meets strategy. His track record includes: Relationship-Driven Leadership: Led end-to-end recruitment for global firms like Accenture and AECOM, prioritising candidate success and strong stakeholder partnerships. Operational Excellence: Managed teams delivering 150+ annual hires and implemented process changes that reduced vacancies by over 50%. Commitment to DEI: Consistently exceeded diversity targets, including achieving a 52% female intake through unbiased assessment strategies. Compassionate Mentorship: Integrates a "human touch" into talent acquisition, drawing on his background in coaching, mentoring, and an academic foundation in psychology. By blending data -driven strategy with a focus on the individual, Paul is an ideal fit for Home Instead's mission of providing high-quality, compassionate care.

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