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Set in spacious, peaceful grounds the home has en-suite rooms and extensive communal areas and provides the highest standards of care and accommodation for people with residential, dementia, nursing or palliative care needs.
The Willows makes the most of the diverse...
The Willows Care Centre is located in Great Linford which is a village with the Grand Union Canal running through its centre just a few miles from central Milton Keynes.
Set in spacious, peaceful grounds the home has en-suite rooms and extensive communal areas and provides the highest standards of care and accommodation for people with residential, dementia, nursing or palliative care needs.
The Willows makes the most of the diverse local amenities. A short walk from the home there is a local centre which has shopping opportunities, eateries and a coffee shop. Two public houses offering food and refreshments are also within walking distance. The local duck pond is only a stone’s throw away form the home and provides a tranquil setting to watch the local wild life.
The Willows has lounge and dining areas with kitchenettes on each floor where meals are provided by a chef and their team who can cater for all specialist diets.
In addition, there are numerous quiet areas around the home, a conservatory and a hairdressing salon. There is also a large enclosed garden which is accessible to wheelchair users.
Reminiscence is key to wellbeing and The Willows has three reminiscence shops within the grounds to take the people living there on a trip down memory lane. The dynamic and engaging activities team provide wide and varied opportunities for social engagement tailored to the choices of the individual.
Due to the peaceful setting of the home it is difficult to imagine it is so close to the centre of a busy city. There is good public transport links to the home with a bus stop just outside the main gates.
A warm welcome awaits anyone at any time of day with no visiting restrictions, young and old alike the more the merrier.
Care Provided by Excelcare The Willows Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 130 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Excelcare The Willows Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Nursing fees are exclusive of FNC. Fees shown are starting rates and may vary depending on individual care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Excelcare The Willows Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Excelcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sahr Mosery (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (129)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (129)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time.
Parking
- On site parking for visitors.
Excelcare The Willows Care Home Reviews (164)
Excelcare The Willows Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.877) out of 10, based on 56 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Excelcare The Willows Care Home has 164 reviews.
All staff are really helpful and friendly. For the first time since Mum has gone into care, we can rest knowing she is well taken care of.
All staff are really helpful and friendly. For the first time since Mum has gone into care, we can rest knowing she is well taken care of.
We are so thankful to you for taking the time to review our home. Your feedback is appreciated. The people who live here and our team members also feel it is important to have a family environment to live and work in and it's wonderful that you think this also. Kindest Regards.
Mum came to The Willows 2 months ago, she's settled in so well. The staff are really friendly and always available to help Mum. Nothing is too much trouble. She is really happy and well cared for.
Mum came to The Willows 2 months ago, she's settled in so well. The staff are really friendly and always available to help Mum. Nothing is too much trouble. She is really happy and well cared for.
Kind Regards.
On Sunday 26 June 2022 while on the phone with Mum, I was privileged to hear the interaction between her and one of The Willow’s amazing carers. The carer demonstrated a kind, patient but firm approach in dealing with a situation that included a variety of ongoing physical, emotional and mental...
On Sunday 26 June 2022 while on the phone with Mum, I was privileged to hear the interaction between her and one of The Willow’s amazing carers. The carer demonstrated a kind, patient but firm approach in dealing with a situation that included a variety of ongoing physical, emotional and mental health challenges. Mum has a complex condition which is hard to define and I am truly grateful for the exceptional care, respect and attention she receives. As a family, we couldn’t ask for more from the well-trained, hardworking, friendly and professional team at the Willows. Thank you!
Thank you for such wonderful comments. It's always a pleasure to read positive feedback and is a pleasure to relay back to the team members. Thank you once again. Regards, Larysa
All team members I have encountered, have been very helpful, the reception team have been excellent in helping me with my visits and testing when I've not been able to. I am very grateful to the team who are looking after my dad while he is recuperating. My only niggle is I would appreciate water...
All team members I have encountered, have been very helpful, the reception team have been excellent in helping me with my visits and testing when I've not been able to. I am very grateful to the team who are looking after my dad while he is recuperating. My only niggle is I would appreciate water in Dad's room at all times and it topped up, when required.
Thank you so much for your comments, the team members and people who live in the home always like to hear what has been written about the home. We will certainly look at how we currently do this to try to achieve a better service for all. Thank you for taking the time to review us. Kindest Regards,
Mum is well looked after and loves it here.
Very happy.
Mum is well looked after and loves it here.
Very happy.
We are delighted to have received such a wonderful review. The team members do work really hard to support both the people who live here and their families. Thank you for taking the time to submit your comments. Kindest Regards
My Aunt has been there for a little while and was treated really well. She received the utmost respect and was treated with dignity. Last night she had a stroke and I cannot thank the staff enough for the prompt actions they took. The manager was at home but immediately went in to ensure everything...
My Aunt has been there for a little while and was treated really well. She received the utmost respect and was treated with dignity. Last night she had a stroke and I cannot thank the staff enough for the prompt actions they took. The manager was at home but immediately went in to ensure everything was OK. My Aunt is in hospital but when she is well enough. Fingers crossed she will want to return.
Thank you for your review of the Willows. We are very pleased to hear that you are happy with the care of your Aunt and wish her better. Kind regards, Celia.
My mum is in nursing care at The Willows and fortunately only temporary. There seems to be a shortage of staff which obviously impacts on the level of care, especially in the personal hygiene area. Most of the staff are very nice and have a caring attitude but there have been instances where the...
My mum is in nursing care at The Willows and fortunately only temporary. There seems to be a shortage of staff which obviously impacts on the level of care, especially in the personal hygiene area. Most of the staff are very nice and have a caring attitude but there have been instances where the care is not so good from some members of staff.
We would like to reassure you that we have...
We would like to thank you for taking the time to bring your experience to our attention. Please be assured that we take all feedback extremely seriously, and believe learning from feedback enables us to continually develop our team and care home.We would like to reassure you that we have procedures in place to ensure any absences within our team are successfully covered, even at short notice. Our team are committed to our core value - to put each individual at the heart of the care we provide, and were happy to have the opportunity to play their part in making your mother’s birthday special during her time here.
Sadly, we were not made aware of your concerns during your mother’s stay with us. We do always welcome and encourage the opportunity to discuss any concerns in person to enable us to identify possible issues and improve where necessary. If you would like to discuss your review in more detail, I welcome you to contact me on 01908 679505 or larysa.koss@excelcareholdings.com.
Mum has been a resident for nearly four years and I am happy to say that I am very pleased with the care she receives every day. The staff are helpful and always ready to listen.
Mum has been a resident for nearly four years and I am happy to say that I am very pleased with the care she receives every day. The staff are helpful and always ready to listen.
Thank you for your excellent review at The Willows, it is heartwarming to hear that you are pleased with the care she receives. Kind regards Celia Hardill.
My mother is a resident in the dementia unit at The Willows. I live in the United States and keep in touch with her via Skype. The staff in reception are unfailingly helpful, both in booking my calls and in trying to make sure they get connected on days when things aren't going smoothly. The staff...
My mother is a resident in the dementia unit at The Willows. I live in the United States and keep in touch with her via Skype. The staff in reception are unfailingly helpful, both in booking my calls and in trying to make sure they get connected on days when things aren't going smoothly. The staff in the dementia unit are obviously busy and have a difficult job, but they're friendly and helpful, and my mother is always nicely dressed, or, if she's in bed, looks clean and tidy. Mum's not always an easy person to cope with, but I've never heard a staff member speak to her disrespectfully. I can only comment on some of the review categories from what I've heard from Mum, or have been able to see during my Skype calls.
Thank you so much for your comments. The team members and people who live in the home always like to hear what has been written about the home. Thank you for taking the time to review us. Kindest Regards.
The Willows care home are amazing and the staff all work incredibly hard. They are kind, caring and I can always speak to a member of staff if I have any concerns about my mum. It's lovely to be able to see Mum again after the care home being closed, due to Covid. I would also like to mention the...
The Willows care home are amazing and the staff all work incredibly hard. They are kind, caring and I can always speak to a member of staff if I have any concerns about my mum. It's lovely to be able to see Mum again after the care home being closed, due to Covid. I would also like to mention the wonderful work the reception team do - also they are extremely professional helpful warm and friendly. Carry on the great work you all do. The Willows is a first-class care home.
Thank you for taking the time to feedback and for such a kind review. We will ensure we provide this feedback to our team members as they always appreciate hearing how their hard work and effort is received. Thank you and best wishes.
My father has been a resident at The Willows Care Home for over 6 months now. The staff go out of their way to be welcoming, as soon as you step into the reception. Whenever we have any questions relating to Dad or visiting during covid, we receive a quick response. The kind and caring nature of...
My father has been a resident at The Willows Care Home for over 6 months now. The staff go out of their way to be welcoming, as soon as you step into the reception. Whenever we have any questions relating to Dad or visiting during covid, we receive a quick response. The kind and caring nature of the staff is really evident to see.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and feedback and for your kinds words. We really appreciate it. I will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to our team members, Kind regards.
My mother has always been cared for in this home and has never had a problem.
My mother has always been cared for in this home and has never had a problem.
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your feedback.
The Willows has always been so welcoming and happy. I feel my grandmother is very well looked after, as do the rest of my family. The staff are always helpful and willing to answer any questions we have.
The Willows has always been so welcoming and happy. I feel my grandmother is very well looked after, as do the rest of my family. The staff are always helpful and willing to answer any questions we have.
Mum is cared for exemplarily. Staff are kind and compassionate. She is very happy. An excellent home.
Mum is cared for exemplarily. Staff are kind and compassionate. She is very happy. An excellent home.
Thank you for your lovely review for The Willows and it's heartwarming to know that she is happy in the home. Kind regards.
I think there are some excellent staff and carers here.
I think there are some excellent staff and carers here.
Thank you for your review of the Willows. It is always good to get feedback for the home and I will certainly take on board your scores. We will be in contact. Kind regards
All staff are friendly and welcoming. Can't fault mum's care. Thank you for looking after my mum. Reception ladies are always friendly and helpful as well as the manager on mum's unit.
All staff are friendly and welcoming. Can't fault mum's care. Thank you for looking after my mum. Reception ladies are always friendly and helpful as well as the manager on mum's unit.
Thank you for taking the time to do a review of The Willows. The Reception Ladies will be very pleased to read this also. Kind regards.
Very good covid protection rules. Friendly staff.
Very good covid protection rules. Friendly staff.
Thank you for your review of The Willows, it was kind of you to take the time to do this. Kind regards.
My dad has been extremely happy at The Willows Care Home from the start. The staff treat him like family and in practice, that is what they are to him. So grateful!
My dad has been extremely happy at The Willows Care Home from the start. The staff treat him like family and in practice, that is what they are to him. So grateful!
Kind regards.
Staff are nice and rooms are nice and clean. Food looks nice as well.
Staff are nice and rooms are nice and clean. Food looks nice as well.
Thank you for your review of The Willows. It was good to hear you are happy with the home. Kind regards.
I can talk openly with staff to help my mom. All my requests have been met up to date. Thank you.
I can talk openly with staff to help my mom. All my requests have been met up to date. Thank you.
Thank you very much for taking the time to do a review at The Willows. It's good to hear you feel comfortable with the home. Kind regards.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 December 2024Good
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (8) & Events (2)
- 04 Aug 2026
Residents at The Willows Care Home in Milton Keynes have been enjoying a fantastic partnership with MK Dons Football Club, giving them the opportunity to stay active through football-themed fitness...
- 08 Jul 2026
It makes me deeply sad when people default to the stereotype that care homes are lonely, bleak or institutional places. Too often, care homes are spoken about as a last...
- 13 May 2026
Students studying beauty therapy at Milton Keynes College recently visited The Willows Care Home to host a relaxing pamper morning for the people living there. Students Annabelle, Andrea and Aysha,...
- 10 Nov 2026Organiser: Excelcare The Willows Care Home
- 15 Dec 2026Organiser: Excelcare The Willows Care Home
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Meet the Team (4)

Sahr join The Willows Care Home in October 2022 as a Home Manager. He has worked in the care sector for over 18 years and held various roles from...
Sahr join The Willows Care Home in October 2022 as a Home Manager. He has worked in the care sector for over 18 years and held various roles from carer to Home Manager; he brings with him a wealth of knowledge of caring for older people.
Sahr is passionate about delivering a high standard of person-centred care and transformational leadership. Sahr has completed Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management, Level 4 NVQ in Leadership and Management for Care Services and Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care.
Sahr’s primary responsibilities include managing day to day smooth running of the home. Supervising and motivating team members to deliver high-quality services and ensuring the needs and aspirations of people who use the services are being met.

Justyna joined Excelcare in October 2022 in the role of Residential Manager.
She is responsible for leading and managing the residential unit and...
Justyna joined Excelcare in October 2022 in the role of Residential Manager.
She is responsible for leading and managing the residential unit and Lavender lodge on all aspects of day-to-day business deliverables, including performance monitoring in relation to quality and best outcome for people who live in the home.
She has recently become our Operations Support Manager.

Gale has been with Excelcare for 16 years, appointed as Regional Administration Manager.
Gale was promoted to Business Manager in 2022. She is...
Gale has been with Excelcare for 16 years, appointed as Regional Administration Manager.
Gale was promoted to Business Manager in 2022. She is responsible for developing and engaging with team members to include Admin, Care, Domestic, Laundry and Catering services to the Home.

She works closely with the management team, receptionist to ensure the smooth running of administration within the home and help to ensure high standards are maintained throughout the home.
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