Milford House

Derby Road, Milford, Duffield, Belper DE56 0QW
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9.8 64 Reviews
  • Milford House, Belper
A retirement home of elegance and distinction. Milford House, a beautiful grade II listed building and its adjoining Coach House were transformed into a tastefully renovated retirement home in 1985.

Actively involved in the national Dignity Challenge campaign, with many members of staff taking on the role of Dignity Champions. This campaign is all about putting dignity and respect at the centre of care services, with a great emphasis on treating people with compassion and respect. Dignity Champions ensure that all residents are listened to, respected and treated as individuals, and that care delivery is dictated by residents.

A reputation for providing excellent care goes well beyond the immediate locality. This is why residents come from different parts of Derbyshire, including Duffield, Hazelwood, Quarndon, Allestree, Coxbench, Derby, Ashbourne, Turnditch, Wirksworth, Matlock and Belper.

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Care Provided by Milford House

  • Type of Service
    • Nursing Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 65 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Other Care Provided
  • Day Care
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Mark Binns (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (57)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2023

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Milford House Reviews (64)

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9.8

Milford House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.822) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Milford House has 64 reviews.

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Review from J A (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I always describe Milford House as 'home from home' and cosy. I would always recommend this home to anyone. I find the staff friendly and helpful even when things are busy.
The main thing for me is, is Mym looked after? The answer is yes.
To relatives, this is one less thing to worry about.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has recently moved to the Coach House area of the home and we are very happy with her transition to this area. The staff are all very friendly and attentive to all the residents. Mum moved to get the extra nursing care she needs now. The Coach House has a warm and relaxing atmosphere, the peacefulness
and staff interaction with all help the residents to enjoy their stay knowing they are being well cared for. Thank you.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from S R (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my mum arrived at Milford the staff have been amazing with her. They are so considerate and kind. Although my mum doesn't always join in with the activities, there's always something happening everyday.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from D B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't wish for a better place for my mum to live. She is happy, loved and so well cared for. The staff are so kind and compassionate, they treat every resident like family. The home is always clean and there is always something going on for the residents. It's like a hotel!

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from D N (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident for 6 years and I have always been happy with the care that she's received.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the care Mum receives. Proffessional, caring, friendly staff.
All of Mum's needs are met. Clean, bright, well-decorated and maintained property. Would recommend highly.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from A M (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are great, always lots of entertainment. Always friendly and smiling. They are very caring and conscientious. The food is lovely, lots of activities for people to take part in. I would always be willing to recommend the home to others.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from S H (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Visiting my mum is a great experince. Coming to the home feels like an extension of my home and part of my family. I know most of the staff by name and I'm always made to feel very welcome. My mum is very well looked after and all her needs are met. My siblings and I are pleased that Mum is a resident.
We are kept fully informed of her condition. Mum is as happy and content as she can be given her condition of which all the staff are fully aware. Yes, I would recommend this home.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the support and care you deliver to my mum. She always seems happy and likes all the activities you provide. The staff are all great and do an amazing job. I would also recommend others t your lovely care home. Thank you all for your care and understanding.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

Thank you for reviewing our care home. We really appreciate your lovely comments.


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Review from C B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is very happy at Milford House. They are very caring and arrange a lot of stimulating activities and social occasions. The food and environment is homely and welcoming. They keep us informed of any health issues. The staff are very friendly and obviously know Mum and what she likes.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from S G (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great friendly place, they look after my dad well and make it a happy environment to live. Everywhere is always spotlessly clean and there are always plenty of activities to keep my dad engaged and enjoying his later years in a great environment.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

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Review from N C (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My parents have been accorded dignity and respect in all areas. The staff talk directly to the residents and always listen.
I want to say a big thank you for the care you provide my mum. It has led to me fully trusting you for her care, safe in the knowledge we have done our best. Thank you.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

Thank You for completing a review of our care home. We really appreciate your lovely comments.


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Review from K D (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum has lived at the Coach House since 2020. She has advanced dementia with significant and challenging behavioural problems. Under the outstanding leadership of the lead nurse, the nursing team have managed my mum's dementia care with a professional, caring, consistent and supportive approach. Mum
is calm, clean, well fed and comfortable whenever I visit, which is quite an achievement. Despite Mum's complex and demanding illness, she has been treated with respect, dignity and kindness and the staff have ensured that she is able to live her best possible life. I will always be grateful to them for this.

Reply from Nicole Thompson, Home Manager at Milford House

Thank you for reviewing our care home and for your kind words. Your lovely comments are really appreciated.


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Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is really well looked after at Milford House. She seems very settled and happy. The food is lovely and she eats so much better here than she did at home, as she has got company.
All the communal areas are always clean and tidy, Mum's room is perfect for her. She especially loves her orchid.

Reply from Sheila Barwick, Senior Manger at Milford House

Thankyou for your review, it is really appreciated. We are so pleased your mum is happy and settled.


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Review from R B (Son of Resident) published on 24 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my mom's dementia got to the point where she couldn't safely remain in her home, she moved initially to a care home in Scotland near my sister. She was there for six months but never really settled. The food that was served had no resemblance to the menu. And activities happened once in a blue
moon. In the end, we decided to move her down near me. I looked at several residential homes near the area and Milford house seemed the best. Albeit slightly more expensive than the others. The carers are genuinely caring. There are lots of activities. The food is pretty good and the rooms are nice. The lift is noisy, but it's an old building so perhaps unavoidable.

Reply from Nicole Thompson, Home Manager at Milford House

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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident in Milford House Care Home since July 2024, having had a short respite stay beforehand. He has always been treated with kindness and respect by all the staff, who are equally friendly and welcoming to visitors at all times. My father particularly enjoys the food and company
at the home and loves having a chat and sharing jokes with the staff. There are regular activities arranged for residents, which they clearly enjoy and often include family, friends and the wider community. Although he has had several health challenges during his stay; these have been dealt with very professionally at all times and this gives me great confidence that he is being well cared for at Milford House.

Reply from Nicole Thompson, Home Manager at Milford House

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our care home. Your kind comments are really appreciated.


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Review from Hannah S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a visitor, always made to feel welcome and feel part of the Milford House family. Staff are great with my mum, treat her with dignity and love at all times. Activities are open to all residents and visitors. My mum loves the variety of activities, especially those which include music in one way or
another. Mum has lived living at Milford House since the day she moved in. Thank you all for your care.

Reply from Mark Binns, Manager at Milford House

Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I am so pleased to hear that my excellent team are making you feel welcome when you visit and that both you and your mum enjoy activities when you visit. It is a privilege to care for your mum.


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Review from Tim H (Son of Resident) published on 18 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father had to move into Milford before Christmas as his dementia had become too much for the family to cope with. The manager and his team provide excellent care. The Montessori philosophy creates a calm atmosphere within the home. The food and activities are excellent. The place feels more like
a home than a clinical institution. It is welcoming, comfortable and relaxing.

Reply from Mark Binns, Manager at Milford House

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am pleased that our home provides the homely environment that you mention, it is certainly something that we strive for. Thank you also for your comment about our Montessori philosophy. Providing care in this way is something that is close to our hearts and so beneficial to our residents. It really gives them a central purpose within our home. It is a pleasure to care for your dad. We spend a lot of time chatting each day.


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Review from Jed I (Son of Resident) published on 17 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Milford House has always been a warm and welcoming place for my Mother. Years ago she was visiting friends and relatives there and now she’s a resident. So, she’s now able to enjoy the care and respect she’s getting in her latter years and I get to visit her regularly and see how well she’s being looked
after. The home is always well-ordered and there are many activities organised for those who are able. Mum can connect well with the staff and I’m sure this is the place she’s happy for her closing years.

Reply from Mark Binns, Manager at Milford House

Thank you so much for your kind words in this review. I am pleased that we are providing your Mum with the care and support that she needs. She is a pleasure to care for.


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Review from Sarah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Dad has been in Milford House for nearly a year now. He is really well cared for. I live abroad, and Milford keep me well-informed about any changes in his health or needs. They are always patient and kind to my Dad, and with us too. All of the staff are so kind, it is very reassuring for me to know
that my Dad is safe and well cared for. Thanks, Milford House.

Reply from Mark Binns, Manager at Milford House

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. Looking after your dad is really a pleasure and I am delighted that we are able to make you feel reassured that he is safe, as you are far away. Peace of mind is so important.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.822)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.822) out of 10 for Milford House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.822 for Milford House is calculated as follows: ( (345 Excellents x 5) + (66 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 415 Ratings = 4.822

  • b) 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 relating to the number of positive Reviews for Milford House is based on 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 35 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Mark Binns

Job Title: Registered Home Manager

Joined: 2023

I didn’t have the most traditional start to a career in care! I trained as an accountant in London, and after many years in the practice, I realised I wanted to give back to the community and pursued work in the social care sector. In 2014, I began my new career as a care assistant and immediately discovered a passion for providing care for the elderly. I was delighted to work in a role that genuinely made a difference in the lives of those needing support.


After working in the role for a year, my manager at the time asked me if I would like to become the trainer within that organisation, eventually becoming Deputy and then heading up to Manager. This allowed me to promote my person-centred values amongst the staff and make a real difference to the people we were caring for.


Once my four children had flown the nest, my wife and I moved to Derbyshire seeking a more relaxing way of life. We adore the area and as a keen runner, there are many tracks and trails from which I try to better my PB! I am lucky enough to have joined the Milford family as the Registered Home Manager. At Milford House, we deliver care following the Montessori way, which takes person-centred care to even higher levels. The empowerment of our residents to live with a purpose at our home is something that I am really excited to be a part of.


Frequently Asked Questions about Milford House

What types of Care is Milford House registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Milford House provide?

Day Care & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Milford House have?

There are 57 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Milford House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Milford House to the centre of Belper?

1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.