A former care home will be converted into 13 flats providing supported living accommodation to people with learning difficulties.
The transformation of the former Darrell Jeffreys House in Chaucer Road will enable vulnerable adults to live in their own homes, with the units available from April 2022.
It was purchased by Empowered Homes as part of a national expansion plan to address the shortage in supported living accommodation and work is now underway.
Raymond Murphy, of Empowered Homes, said: “There’s a real need for supported living homes across the country, and we’re working closely with local authorities and care providers to help meet the shortage.
“It’s fantastic to begin our first development in Bedford. It can be difficult to find suitable buildings, so we were very happy to work with Fisher German to purchase Darrell Jeffreys House and welcomed their support in achieving planning permission in relation to the use of the property.
“The local community has been very supportive of the plans and are pleased that the building will continue to provide care to those in Bedford. We now look forward to completing the renovation works and welcoming the first tenants.”
