
I've always found all the staff very friendly and approachable. Nothing was ever too much trouble.Carol W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Staff are always there to offer support when needed. I always know my relative is safe and secure.J D(Sister of Resident/Service User)

Despite a 50-mile round trip for me to visit, I wouldn't have wanted him anywhere else.M W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

I've always found all the staff very friendly and approachable. Nothing was ever too much trouble.Carol W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Staff are always there to offer support when needed. I always know my relative is safe and secure.J D(Sister of Resident/Service User)

Despite a 50-mile round trip for me to visit, I wouldn't have wanted him anywhere else.M W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The Meadows in Alfreton are immensely proud to hold the Quality Premium Award from Derbyshire County Council and to have consistently achieved excellent scores in the annual NHS audit of nursing care (98.46% in the most recent audit).
The Meadows is a purpose-built care home surrounded by landscaped gardens. An inviting patio is much used by residents, particularly on a warm and sunny day.
Home-cooked meals cater for all dietary...
Care Provided by The Meadows
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 70 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Meadows for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Meadows to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Milford Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rachel Squire (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (62)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
The Meadows Reviews (103)
The Meadows has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.530) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Meadows has 103 reviews.
Amazing staff they are always helpful and happy outlook assisted with everything mum needed, and right up to the end on hand immediately. Feedback from nurses and staff amazing could not have asked for better. Was made to feel like part of the team and very supportive.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will ensure that your kind words are passed on to all the staff.
My husband was encouraged to join in activities which he had never done. I was asked if they could put photos on the social media page which I said yes and I was happy to see him smiling cutting up carrots and apples which he has never done. Thank you to all at The Meadows.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will ensure that your kind words are passed on to all the staff.
My cousin, who is diagnosed with dementia, has been in residence at The Meadows since December 2022 and settled in very quickly after admission. I am my cousin's only relative and I know she is now in an extremely safe, welcoming and friendly environment. All personnel at the home are very caring and accessible, always available to discuss any issues or medical health concerns that may arise.
Thank you for your lovely review, your kind words are very much appreciated and we will ensure that they are passed onto all the staff.
Unfortunately, as my mum has quite advanced vascular dementia, she cannot remember even coming into your care, so it is difficult for us to comment. The only thing she keeps mentioning is having her nails painted and my cousin visiting her in his kilt etc, he is a bagpiper and had done a funeral. She came out with hardly any of her clothes she went in with. I realise it is difficult once they are in the laundry, so next time I will bring her a linen basket to put her dirty washing in and I will wash it when she comes home.
Thank you for your review, I'm sorry to hear about your mum's clothes going missing, we are in the process of having meetings with staff regarding clothing and have issued them with laundry marker pens to hopefully reduce clothing going missing. We look forward to welcoming your mum again on her next planned respite date.
My aunt was only with The Meadows for a short time before she passed away. In that time, she always had nice things to say about the staff, the food and how comfy her bed was. She enjoyed lunch at a pub nearby one day, to my surprise. The Meadows is always decorated at special times of the year and residents get involved, no matter what their handicap may be. The maintenance man was very helpful when putting up pictures and TV in her room. We were always welcomed when visiting and had tea when we wanted. Care and support were always available and the staff with a sense of humour too.
Thank you for your lovely words, they are very much appreciated and I will ensure that they are passed on to all the staff.
My mother seemed to settle well and enjoy her stay. It is difficult with her memory issues to find a lot out, but she did mention how much she enjoyed the food. She also said she would be happy to go again. My brother and I were very grateful and appreciated being away without worrying about our mother.
Thank you for your review, your feedback is very much appreciated. If we can be of any further assistance please don't hesitate to contact us.
The staff are very helpful and friendly. I was contacted each time my relative had a fall and was consulted about the sides of the bed being put up, which was the best for her safety. The atmosphere in the home was relaxed, yet efficient, I was happy that my relative spent her last few weeks being looked after and comfortable in the home.
Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure that they are passed on to the staff.
Mum was transferred to The Meadows from the hospital for respite care for four weeks. Mum has mixed dementia and poor mobility due to arthritis. On admission and on quite a few occasions she was very confused and just wanted to go home. The staff were patient with her and made her feel as welcome as they were able in the circumstances, due to Mum's dementia. Mum settle eventually most of the time and enjoyed the company of the staff. Not always a resident Mum could converse with but that's no one's fault and Mum didn't engage in any activities which did appear to be lacking. My only criticism is the lack of activities whilst Mum was there. We as a family did jigsaws, dominoes etc.
Thank you so much for your feedback. We’re sorry that you felt the activities were lacking. We are a little surprised by this as we tailor the activities to each individual and ensure there is something they will enjoy within the calendar. We run weekly book clubs, do seasonal crafts, painting,...
Sadly since my last review, Mum has passed away peacefully. I would like to thank all the staff at Meadows Court for always treating Mum with care and dignity during her stay, you are all incredible at what you do. Mum loved The Meadows and the staff at The Meadows loved Mum and she treated everyone as her friends. A special thank you to two staff members who were with mum and myself to the end, you were both amazing. Lots of love to you all.
Thank you for your lovely words, I will ensure that they are passed on to all the staff.
My mother passed away in June 2022. The staff were exceptional, sympathetic and helpful. They are a credit to you. I know my mother thought of the carers as friends.
Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure that they are passed on to all the staff.
I arranged respite care for Mum whilst I was on holiday. She was a little apprehensive at first but soon settled in and enjoyed the experiences. Everybody was very kind and helpful and she enjoyed the food, which she said was lovely with plenty of choices. Although she would have preferred a room with full en-suite facilities, the room was warm and the bed comfortable. I could enjoy my holiday knowing she was being looked after. She said the Platinum Jubilee celebrations were very enjoyable too.
Thank you for your lovely words, we are so happy to hear Mum enjoyed her stay with us.
Thank you for treating our father with care and dignity during the last stage of his life and for the thoughtful sympathy card.
Thank you for your lovely review, your kind words are much appreciated.
I've always found all the staff very friendly and approachable. Nothing was ever too much trouble. The place itself was always clean and very well run. All the staff always knew what they were doing.
Thank you for your kind words, they are much appreciated.
The staff were very good, kind and caring. All the family appreciate all that you have done. Always made the family welcome.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass on your kind words to the staff.
I have been pleased with the care my husband receives. Previously, he had three periods of respite before becoming a permanent resident in August 2021. The staff are pleasant and approachable and I feel that I can talk easily to them.
Thank you so much for your kind words they are very much appreciated
The staff are always friendly and polite. The rooms are tidy and well-kept. The food is excellent and presented nicely. Staff are always there to offer support when needed. I always know my relative is safe and secure.
Thank you for your lovely review, your kind words are very much appreciated.
I came to the care home with my husband who has advanced Alzheimers and myself who needed respite care. My husband is kept doing things, though his interest soon goes. I keep busy knitting and sewing making things for the residents' fund, for going out on trips etc.
Thank you for your review and for taking the time to meet with me. We have listened to your comments and put some actions in place, which you agreed would be beneficial. If you have any concerns going forward, please ask staff to alert me and I will come and discuss these.
I like it and it's a good home. All my visitors are made welcome. My care is good.
We much appreciate your review, it is much appreciated.
Despite periods of lockdown and closures to visitors due to Covid, the Meadows management has always tried their best to maintain visiting, albeit in the worst-case scenario, window visits during the winter. This is appreciated by the resident’s family.
Thank you for your lovely review of our service it is very much appreciated.
I cannot recommend the care provided for my late mother enough, over the past eight years. The care was shown with dignity, compassion and respect, with a positive culture and can-do attitude. the care staff were outstanding and it was clear they love their job. More investment is needed to support staff ie training and a wage increase. I have recommended your home, due to working in the NHS myself.
Thank you for your kind words. They are very much appreciated and we will pass on your lovely review to the staff team.
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Milford Care
- 27 Nov 2015Recipient: The Meadows
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Meet the Team (1)

I began my caring career at 19 years old as a care assistant and worked my way up to being a Home Manager over a decade ago. When I found Milford Care in 2023, it was like coming home.
Our ethos and values are so unique, and our passion for what we do makes Milford Care a very special place to be a part of. I love that every day is different at the Meadows, there is a diverse and unique community of people here, and I love to celebrate that.
I thrive in a busy environment with lots to do, and the Meadows is just that! I love to bring positivity and laughter to our home.
Outside of work, I love to keep busy, spending time with my family and singing in a choir based in Belper.
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