Millbrook House Residential Care Home

The Hollow, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum DT11 8EY
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Located at the foot of Hambledon Hill in the heart of North Dorset, Millbrook House is an elegant, spacious Georgian residence set in two acres of beautiful gardens in the village of Child Okeford.

Millbrook House provides excellent care in a homely and loving atmosphere – a place that residents really can call “home”.

Registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the most recent inspection in June 2018 was rated 'Good'. They are also proud to have recently been awarded a ‘Commend’ by the Gold Standards Framework.

Millbrook House offers convalescent and holiday breaks, permanent residency and palliative care.

The mission at Millbrook House is to offer the same degree of care that a loving and caring relative, aided by health professionals, would provide. With that in mind, each Resident is treated with care, dignity and respect, with a particular focus on their individual needs.

An activities coordinator is responsible for arranging a monthly programme of events to keep residents entertained, active and stimulated.

Residents enjoy a varied and home cooked diet consisting of fresh seasonal produce, which where possible is homegrown in the vegetable garden. Recognising that food is one of life’s joys.

If you are seeking care for yourself or a relative a warm welcome awaits you at Millbrook House.

Please feel free to visit at any time, to meet the staff and residents, or perhaps stay for coffee or lunch. They would love the opportunity of showing you around their beautiful home.
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Care Provided by Millbrook House Residential Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 33 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 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
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1595
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1300 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1300 – £1595

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Millbrook House Residential Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Victoria Collins (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (25)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (4)

Visiting

  • Family and friends welcome to visit at any time.

Parking

  • Ample parking

Millbrook House Residential Care Home Reviews (23)

9.7

Millbrook House Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.733) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Millbrook House Residential Care Home has 23 reviews.

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Reviewer Connection to Millbrook House Residential Care Home
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Review from Nick S (Son of Resident) published on 8 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother was a resident at Millbrook until she passed away two weeks ago. My sisters and I could not speak more highly of Millbrook and all of its staff. They combined compassion and skill with extraordinary patience and kindness. Our mother was made extremely welcome in her pretty and clean room.
She enjoyed good wholesome food in the bright and airy day rooms.
However, it was particularly towards the end of her life that we all came to appreciate their incredible commitment to their work and our mother despite the pressures of end of life care. The manager and all of her team are incredibly professional and will have our eternal gratitude for the way they managed our mother as her life ended.
With sincere thanks to them all.
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Review from Corisande G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law has been made most welcome during her stay at this care home over the last 6 weeks. The staff have been very caring towards her and she often comments on how kind and friendly they are. The beautiful old Georgian House is full of character and the home itself is kept immaculately clean.
It is set in a picturesque village with views across the beautifully kept gardens towards Hambledon Hill. There are a variety of activities for the residents and my mother-in-law has particularly enjoyed visits from the local school and nursery children who have entertained the residents with their singing and nativity play. She has also enjoyed trips out for lunch at the local pub, as well as Garden and Christmas parties. There is a choice of food on the menu and my mother-in-law has particularly enjoyed the delicious homemade soups and hot dishes, many made from vegetables seen growing in the garden. Visitors are made very welcome at any time.
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Review from S H (Resident) published on 15 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are very friendly, the home is clean and tidy and very presentable. There is an activity programme for the residents and the staff are fully aware of the resident's needs.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.733)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.733) out of 10 for Millbrook House Residential Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 10 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.733 for Millbrook House Residential Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (88 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 116 Ratings = 4.733
  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 relating to the number of positive Reviews for Millbrook House Residential Care Home is based on 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 33 registered maximum number of service users is 6.6, which has been reached with 10 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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 Care Home 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: 29 Jun 2018

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

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Awards / Recognitions (1)

Meet the Team (2)

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Victoria Collins

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

With a wealth of experience spanning many years in the care sector, Vicki brings a deep understanding, passion, and commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. As a (previous) long-standing member of the Bramley Care family, Vicki has held various roles across the organisation, developing a strong foundation in both hands-on care and leadership.


Vicki's extensive knowledge of care home operations, combined with a proactive and empathetic management style, ensures that residents receive the best possible support in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.


Vicki is proud to lead a team of skilled and caring professionals who share the same values and commitment to excellence. Under her leadership, the home continues to thrive as a warm and inclusive community where residents feel valued, supported, and truly at home.


Whether working closely with families, staff, or external professionals, Vicki is always approachable, knowledgeable, and ready to go the extra mile to ensure the well-being of every resident.

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Janeth Paz

Job Title: Head of Care

Meet Janeth – Head of Care at Millbrook


Janeth is a well-known and much-loved member of the Millbrook team, having dedicated many, many years to caring for our residents with unwavering compassion and professionalism. As Head of Care, she brings not only a wealth of experience but also a deep-rooted understanding of the home, its values, and the people who live and work here.


Over the years, Janeth has become a familiar and reassuring presence for residents, families, and colleagues alike. Her calm, knowledgeable approach and genuine passion for providing high-quality, person-centred care make her an exceptional leader and role model within the team.


Janeth’s commitment to ensuring each resident feels safe, respected, and truly at home is evident in everything she does. From mentoring new staff to supporting families through difficult times, she leads with heart, experience, and integrity.


Millbrook is more than just a workplace for Janeth — it’s a community she’s helped to shape and grow. Her long-standing service is a testament to her dedication, and we are incredibly proud to have her at the heart of our home.

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