Bloom & Care

2B Miller Road, Elstow, Bedford MK42 9NY
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  • Bloom & Care, Bedford
Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in January 2024, Bloom & Care is the only independent home care provider in Bedford to hold this distinction. A multi-award-winning, nurse-led company, Bloom & Care delivers high-quality home care across Bedford and the surrounding areas.

Founded by two sisters whose passion for care began during their time as district nurses in local community nursing teams, the company remains proudly small and personalised to ensure every client and their family receives truly person-centred care and support.

Each care package is tailored to the individual, from everyday support to specialist care for conditions like Dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, or multiple sclerosis.

Staff are handpicked for their compassion and trained to deliver the high standard of care families trust.

At Bloom & Care, dignity and respect are at the heart of everything.
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Care Provided by Bloom & Care

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Nursing/Nurse Led Care

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long 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

Nursing / Nurse Led Care

  • PEG Feeding
  • Stoma Care
  • Catheter Care

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

Our fees are tailored to suit your individual needs
You can request our interactive price list by email, making it easy to explore your options.


Please note: clients funded by the council or through direct payments may need to cover a top-up. This contribution allows us to maintain the level of service and attention to detail that we are known for.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)
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Good to Know

Owner

  • Bloom & Care Ltd

Person in Charge

  • Jessica Graziano and Kirsty Miceli (Registered Manager and Nominated Individual)

Bloom & Care Reviews (47)

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Bloom & Care has a Review Score of 10 (9.987) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bloom & Care has 47 reviews.

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Review from B P (Client) published on 12 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and all your super staff that cared for me after my cataract operation. Their care and kindness were first class. I think you have struck gold with one lady, she brought not only professionalism with the care shown to me but also fun and laughter. Please
thank the girls for me, and thank you again for the first class service I received. I would certainly recommend your firm to anyone needing care.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review, we really appreciate your feedback. Best wishes, the Bloom & Care team.
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Review from A M (Daughter of Client) published on 21 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bloom and Care have been providing outstanding daily care for my elderly mother for nearly a year now. From the outset, the standard of care has been highly professional, reliable and friendly.
The managers are experts in their field and very approachable and responsive. They have helped me in all
aspects of care for mum and provided very helpful advice.
The wonderful team of carers are all of high calibre, dedicated and kind and have formed lovely relationships with my mum, who considers them all to be her "friends".
Bloom and Care have provided me and my family with peace of mind, knowing that mum is in the best of hands and this has enabled her to continue living at home, which was her dearest wish.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review. From us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Philip S (Power of Attorney of Client) published on 13 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and her team are superb and, importantly, reliable. Dealing with a 92-year-old who has quite advanced dementia can be challenging to say the least, but all staff are pleasant, patient and professional. Always helpful, the manager managed to fit us in very quickly and her caring approach
is much admired. We would certainly recommend Bloom & Care - not only to those requiring such services but also to any carers looking for an excellent employer. Grateful thanks to all concerned.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for taking the time to write such a kind review.
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Review from Alycia D (Granddaughter of Client) published on 27 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bloom and care have been absolute lifesavers. I wouldn't trust anyone else. The girls are all amazing, communication is brilliant. They have gone above and beyond and helped with not only the physical care but the doctor communication, district nurse, OTS etc. Always keeping us as a family in the loop.
When my grandad has needed extra help they get things sorted and in place. Not only have they given my grandad a better quality of life, but they have also done the same for us as a family. The managers are so knowledgeable, they will always do their best to get things put in place and also be a listening ear when things get tough. My grandad looks forward to seeing the girls every day. You can tell the care is of a high standard buy just seeing how well my grandad has come since they have been around.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your review, we are so glad our care is making such a difference to your Grandad. The ladies love their visits with him too. Thank you from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from T D (Client) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience has always been excellent with all my care.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for your kind review, we are so happy you are very pleased with your care, it’s a pleasure supporting you. From us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Martin C (Son of Client) published on 25 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad had a fall in April and I needed to put carers into place very quickly. Bloom and care came highly recommended from the paramedics and community nurse. I phoned them and explained what situation I was in, they came to visit the next day, with a plan in place if we were to proceed. They had moved
appointments around to fit my mum and dad in. They have provided an excellent service and helped me to put certain safety measures in place to assist mum and dad.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for your kind review, I’m so pleased you are happy with the care and support we have provided to mum and dad. Thank you again from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from C T (Client) published on 11 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The carers are all very friendly and cheerful, it was nice to see a friendly person night and morning especially at night when you have been on your own nearly all day. They were all very helpful and kind to me. Thanks to you all very much.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review. Best wishes, from us at Bloom & Care.
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Review from A G (Client) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The local company provided me with all the care and assistance I required, following being infected with Covid whilst in hospital. When I was discharged I was sent home without any care plan whatsoever at a time when I felt extremely ill. The care and assistance provided by the company were extremely
good and very reassuring at a time when I most needed support.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for kindly reviewing the care you received and so glad you felt so well supported during such a difficult time. Your carer will miss seeing you every day. We wish you all the very…read more
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Review from S L (Client) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Depth of knowledge of the staff in the highest regard. Assessment of all situations meaning quick responses. Instant rapport with all management and staff. Well being of client at an outstanding level. Great encouragement given to live an active and fulfilling existence encouraged totally. Progress
and assessment equate to an extremely happy state of mind and spirit.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for your kind words, the carers thoroughly enjoy their visits with you. Best wishes from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from S M (Daughter of Client) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is always pleased to see his carers and feels well cared for by them. Nothing to too much trouble for them - they would do anything for him.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review. Best wishes, Bloom & Care.
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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Client) published on 8 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank the company enough for all they did for Mum. I was informed of any problems Mum developed e,g infection, muddled, etc... and we all worked together to try to overcome these problems. A fantastic caring company.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your review, so kind of you. It was our pleasure caring for mum. Best wishes, all of us at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Geoff F (Son-in-law of Client) published on 17 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a very well run company, but what is much more important than that, is that the people care very much about their clients. I am writing on behalf of my mother-in-law, and she is totally delighted with her carer and sees her as a friend who is totally trustworthy. I deal with the admin side of
things and from that perspective, I am delighted at the organisation and availability of the owners to any questions or concerns. I think I or anyone would be hard-pressed to find a better, more caring, more well-organised company in this field than Bloom & Care.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes, all of us at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Amanda S (Mother of Client) published on 9 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When Bloom & Care stepped in to help care for our son they not only cared for our son to a very high standard asking us what we wanted and telling us before they did anything, they were always at the end of the phone and nothing was to much trouble for them. They were always there to support us and
helped us as a family every step of the way. Our son passed away very suddenly and the personal support was overwhelming. Thank you Bloom & Care .
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Review from Jen H (Daughter of Client) published on 11 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wish to thank the wonderful staff at Bloom & Care for transforming the final year of my Dad's life. You made such a huge difference! In addition to providing knowledgeable, high-quality care, you brightened every day for him. Communication with me was also excellent and took a weight off my shoulders.
I am truly grateful to you.
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Review from Giles B (Client) published on 27 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bloom & Care are brilliant. I trust them completely. They have been looking after my brother for a year now, and the service is excellent. The team lead by the manager and deputy are thoughtful, caring, kind and efficient. My brother loves them all and looks forward to their visits.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate your feedback. From us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Mark G (Son of Client) published on 21 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak too highly of the staff and service provided to my mother by Bloom & Care. Under the highly competent, professional and personal service of the management, every member of staff that we came into contact with over a period of several months was extremely good at their job, and extremely
friendly and caring. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Bloom & Care.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your review, it means a lot to us. From us all at Bloom & Care
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Review from Helen B (Wife of Client) published on 17 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The level of care and support was excellent from the management to the carers for both my husband and myself. All the staff I met were very professional in their approach, and nothing was too much trouble for them. They were lovely and so caring.
I would recommend Bloom & Care without hesitation.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review; from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from Isabelle A (Daughter of Client) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother and I are eternally indebted to the entire Bloom & Care team for helping our 88-year-old mum to gradually glide into home care to enable her to remain independent and - most importantly - at home in her familiar surroundings. Bloom & Care have successfully overcome a number of obstacles in
order to gain Mum's trust, having a very international background and as such, a superb understanding of foreign cultures. Most importantly, empathy and respect extended to clients and their families. This is an integral part of Bloom & Care's amazing service package, something which is absolutely priceless. I can wholeheartedly recommend Bloom & Care without hesitation and have asked the manager when she is planning to open a subsidiary in Hamburg.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you were happy with the care and support we have provided to your mum. Best wishes from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from J C (Daughter of Client) published on 21 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The service my mother received from Bloom & Care for over six months was excellent. At 98 years old and living independently, my mother found all the carers kind, respectful and efficient. As the client's daughter, I found Bloom & Care exceptionally reliable. They dealt with emergencies with calmness
and helpfulness to client and family, well beyond the demands of duty. The carers are well recruited and trained. Bloom & Care managers are always readily available to sort out individual arrangements - helpful prompting medical supplies and contacting doctors and medical support as appropriate. Communication between management and staff was immediate and effective. My mother and I both valued highly the encouragement and cheerfulness of Bloom & Care's positive staff. We recommend Bloom & Care wholeheartedly.
Reply from Jessica Graziano at Bloom & Care
Thank you so much for your kind review, we will make sure this is cascaded throughout the team. Wishing you all the best from us all at Bloom & Care.
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Review from R F (Friend of Client) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every one of the ladies who have been employed by Bloom & Care is very caring, kind, trustworthy and always seem to do just a little bit of everything. They make my friend feel safe and deal with her confusion in such a gentle encouraging way. All this comes from the top by example.
Reply from Jessica Graziano, Registered Manager at Bloom & Care
Thank you for your lovely review, it’s our pleasure to care for your friend.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.987)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.987) out of 10 for Bloom & Care is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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 4.987 for Bloom & Care is calculated as follows: ( (77 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 78 Ratings = 4.987
  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, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Bloom & Care is based on 13 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 5
  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: 4 Jan 2024

Overall Outstanding

  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Outstanding
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Meet the Team (4)

Jessica

Jessica Graziano

Job Title: Registered Manager/Director Joined: 2017

Jessica Graziano RGN, spent several years working as a Community Nurse in the District Nursing teams of Bedford and the surrounding area. She has gained extensive knowledge of the area and the services available to people, enabling her to focus on providing specialised services to clients.


Jessica is the Registered Manager at Bloom & Care and focuses on client assessments, review and quality control.

Kirsty

Kirsty Miceli

Job Title: Care Manager/Director Joined: 2018

Kirsty Miceli, RGN joined Bloom & Care in December 2018, with her background as a District Nursing Sister and Practice Nurse, she brings with her a wealth of clinical skills and additional service provider access. Kirsty's main focus is operating systems, staff training and people management.


Kirsty is our in-house training expert and provides mandatory training from a nursing and social care perspective to ensure all staff are trained and supported.

Mandy

Mandy Farmer

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2019

Mandy joined Bloom & Care in 2019, bringing a wealth of knowledge from her career in the social care sector. She oversees the delivery of care services ensuring the highest levels of care are provided to our clients. She liaises closely with our clients and their families, and the wider multidisciplinary team, particularly specialising in End of life care. As our valued Team Leader and Mental Health First Aider, Mandy spends a lot of her time supporting, shadowing and monitoring Senior and Junior staff on the field. Mandy’s kind and compassionate nature is impeccable and frequently lends a sympathetic ear to members of our team as well as the people we support.

Zoey

Zoey Lawrence

Job Title: Field Care Supervisior Joined: 2020

Zoey joined Bloom & Care in 2020 as a junior team member, since then her dedication and hard work have helped her progress further in her career. Zoey’s role as Field Care Supervisor is to support in the commencement of new care packages, liaising closely with the client, their families and the wider MDT, to ensure the set-up of care is a smooth and relaxed experience for all involved. Zoey produces personalised care plans and thorough risk assessments for each of our clients and is often a support in our client's annual reviews. Zoey is our computer whizz and is a pro at fixing our printer!

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