
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.
The staff are always helpful, friendly and welcoming; they treat my mum as one of their own. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and they take time to explain things in a way I can understand, not just in medical jargon. All the staff have been a Godsend during the lockdown periods, and I feel at ease knowing they are looking after Mum when I can't get in to see her.
Thank you for your sincere and heartwarming words. I will share your lovely review with all the care staff; it is much appreciated.
The Meadows took excellent care of my mother during a lack of service provision by social services. Whilst initially apprehensive about entering a care home, the fabulous staff soon put her at ease and she really enjoyed her “Christmas Holiday” with the team and other residents.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass on your kind words to the staff.
My relative, who was in nursing care at The Meadows, became ill and needed palliative care. This was administered with dignity. She had been happy throughout her time there and her final days were made as comfortable as possible. I was allowed to visit as often and whenever I wanted to, to give her some support and assurance at this time. Thanks to all concerned.
Thank you for your kind words - they are much appreciated by all the staff.
I couldn't get in to see the inside, due to covid. My mother seemed settled when I visited, but without going into the home myself, it is hard to review the facilities. I reviewed it as good to give the benefit of the doubt.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of our services, it is much appreciated.
Really pleased with the care given to my uncle.
Thank you for your lovely review it is much appreciated
We were satisfied with the care given to our mother. She was there for end-of-life care. I was sat with her most days with the door open. I never heard a raised voice or complaint from anyone. The staff were pleasant and kind and always came when I requested help for her. With regards to food, she hardly ate anything but there were carers trying to coax her.
Thank you for your kind words, they are greatly appreciated by all the staff.
Always looks well cared for when I visit.
Thank you for your review, it is very much appreciated.
Staff and care workers are caring and diligent towards Mum and I have no complaints at all. Thanks to all for their efforts during the covid era. I cannot comment on Mum's room as I have never seen it - covid rules.
Thank you for your kind words. I will pass your lovely review onto our staff.
I am delighted that my mum is here. When I visit, she is well dressed and looks cared for. Since February 2021, I have not had to worry knowing she is well looked after. During Covid, I've felt that she, and I as a visitor, are safe. I've not been in Mum's room due to Covid, but know that things have been put up to cheer my mum.
Thank you for your kind words. I will pass your lovely review onto our staff.
The palliative care my wife received was excellent and all the carers were very professional and polite.
Thank you for your lovely words, I will ensure that they are passed onto all the staff.
My spouse arrived at Rose Court in the evening; we were both welcomed warmly. After settling him in, I was allowed to be with him, reassure him where he was, and he was safe. Over his last six days, he was cared for with compassion and dignity. I and my family were also looked after through a traumatic time. I cannot emphasise how much this helped. All the staff were welcoming and professional at all times.
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My parents moved into The Meadows in February 2021. I could not wish for a more caring environment for them during a very difficult period of adjustment. Since then, my father has passed away, all the staff were a great source of strength and comfort to my mother and myself. Because my mother is a resident at The Meadows, it has allowed me to be her daughter again.
Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your kind words onto our staff.
My husband passed away on 19th June 2021. He was only at Rose Court for three days, but the staff were fantastic, caring and helpful, always asking if we needed anything. They are a credit to the home. Thank you so much for looking after my husband in his last few days of his life.
Thank you so much for your kind words; they are much appreciated by all the staff.
Although my aunt has recently passed away, for over the last 2 years she had been a resident of The Meadows Care Home. During this time she has received excellent care from the staff. The staff have always been helpful and compassionate in their care; knowing the needs of my aunt, which has helped to allay any concerns. All knew my aunt and when asked could readily inform me how she was, what activities she had taken part in and what she was wearing. Despite being disabled through a stroke the staff ensured she was always well dressed, her hair done and smart - always important to my aunt. With the difficulties caused by the coronavirus for the last year, the staff have also had to virtually take on the role of family for this period, which clearly has been difficult for all and which I greatly appreciate and thank them for.
Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are very much appreciated by all the staff.
My mother was living in Lavender Court up until just before Christmas. Then she was moved to Rose Court. She was looked after and cared for by great loving staff in both Lavender Court and Rose Court, which I cannot thank them enough. Nothing was too much trouble for them with the residents or visitors. Very highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, your kind words are much appreciated by all the staff.
I would highly recommend The Meadows.
Thank you, everyone.
Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are very much appreciated.
The staff at Rose Court are absolutely wonderful. Nothing was too much trouble. They were there not only for our Dad but for us as a family too. He was treated with the utmost care and dignity, for which we will be forever grateful. Unfortunately, our Dad died recently, and the staff are still there for us. They genuinely care for the residents and their families too.
Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are much appreciated by all of the staff.
My mother had her final days in The Meadows, and the staff were fantastic in every way caring for mum, and for us, as a family. Giving us support at this difficult time in our lives, and for this, I am forever grateful. You all do an amazing job, especially in this difficult time with the pandemic.
Thank you for your lovely review of our services; it is very much appreciated, and I will ensure that your kind words are passed onto the staff.
My beloved grandma was a resident at Rose Court and well, what can I say, the care was just outstanding! The compassion shown by all members of staff from nurses, carers, cleaners, kitchen staff and beyond was just amazing. They ensured my grandma's individual needs were met and were so supportive of her family too. Sadly, we lost my grandma recently, and that same care and compassion were demonstrated with utmost dignity throughout.
Thank you to all at Rose Court for all you have done for my grandma. You made her last few months of life safe, relaxed and enjoyable for her, and we will be forever thankful.
Thank you for such a lovely review; your kind words mean a lot to us all.
My mother-in-law had been in the care of Lavender Court for about a year, then on to Rose Court. She soon settled into Lavender Court, where we felt she was safe and enjoying games etc. Then on to Rose Court at end of life; she was given the utmost care from both homes from all the staff. Appreciate all they did to keep Mum comfortable; forever grateful.
Thank you for your lovely review, your kind words are very much appreciated by all the staff.
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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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