The Applewood

Wolverton Road, Giffard Park, Milton Keynes MK14 5AF
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8.9 6 Reviews
  • The Applewood, Milton Keynes
Neighbouring a beautiful orchard and wildflower garden, The Applewood is a newly-built All-inclusive care home in Giffard Park which offers residential and dementia care.

The Applewood has a wide range of facilities and ensuite bedrooms which offer lovely views of the home's gardens and the surrounding area. There are comfortable lounges and dining areas where residents can socialise and relax, alongside a hair and beauty salon, bistro, library and a cinema and private dining room where families can spend quality time.

The home has been designed so it has a calming and therapeutic environment. Wellbeing and leisure is based on each person's personal preferences. Residents are encouraged to get involved in life in the home and there are regular trips to popular local places, such as Bletchley Park.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 78 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1600

These prices are only a guideline, please contact The Applewood 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

  • Ana Cormos (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 45+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2025

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (78)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (78)

Parking

  • Free onsite parking is available, including charging points for electric vehicles

The Applewood Reviews (6)

8.9

The Applewood has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.858) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Applewood has 6 reviews.

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Review from Ian P (Son of Resident) published on 17 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At first, my sister and I were worried about whether our Mum would adjust to living at Applewood after spending so many years living with my sister and brother-in-law. However, once Mum moved in, all our concerns vanished. Applewood is a modern care home with a stunning garden and impeccably kept interiors,
featuring quality furniture and fixtures, and in addition, Mum says, "the food served at meal times is very, very good."
The main purpose of this review is to show our appreciation for the staff at Applewood. They are incredibly attentive, and nothing ever seems too much trouble for them, despite their long and often demanding shifts.
Staff at Applewood always maintain and display a positive and supportive attitude, showing genuine care for the residents and ensuring their needs are met with kindness and compassion.
My sister and I want to sincerely thank the entire team at Applewood for everything they do to care for our Mum and the other lovely residents.
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Review from Julie E (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love this place and couldn't ask for more. Absolutely lovely and supportive staff. Beautiful surroundings and lots of activities. Dad says highly efficient and place nice and bright. Nothing is too much problem. Would definately recommend. I can leave my dad knowing he is well cared for
and safe. Thank you very much.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at The Applewood

Dear Julie, We'd like to take a moment to thank you for leaving such a wonderful review of our home. It means so much to our colleagues when they receive this level of praise; they work tirelessly throughout the year to deliver the kindest possible care to residents and hearing such fantastic feedback is really the icing on the cake to them!Thank you, once again, for your kind words.

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Review from Linda B (Cousin of Resident) published on 22 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are all very kind and caring to the residents and welcoming to the visitors. The home is really lovely and well kept and feels very homely. THe meals are excellent and there is always a good choice. The residents are encouraged to eat in the dining rooms but if not the meals are served in
their rooms. Visitors are offered meals and refreshments making it nice for both the residents and visitors. The activities are varied and very good.
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Review from M C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I spent a wonderful afternoon at Applewood. All the carers were very attentive and friendly with great energy. The entertainment was excellent, the food and drink were brought out frequently and varied with healthy options.
I felt that Mum was in a safe and secure environment. A special mention to
one of the carers, who was excellent - a professional with a passion for his work.
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Review from Judith B (Resident) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was reluctant to move into a care home even though my balance and mobility had become worse. I had been supported at home by carers twice a day but I was not seeing anyone apart from them and my family. The quality of my life was becoming poor.
My daughters heard about The Applewood being built
and broached the subject with me. I was very low at the time and agreed to come for a respite stay. I needn't have worried I was treated with kindness and respect all the time. I soon made the decision that I wanted to become a resident and my daughters agreed. The building and furnishings are of an exceptional standard and convey a feeling of comfort and luxury. I would recommend The Applewood to anyone. I look forward to ending my days here..
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Review from Kellie S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My grandparents have been at Applewood Home for a week, and have already called it their forever home. The staff have been amazing with them, patient and whilst promoting their independence, we can leave knowing that they are in safe hands. The home is phenomenal, modern whilst being homely. Great facilities
that we can't wait for them to use more and excited to see more activities in place.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.858)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.858) out of 10 for The Applewood is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 6 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 4.873 for The Applewood is calculated as follows: ( (62 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 71 Ratings = 4.873
  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 3.985 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Applewood is based on 6 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 = 3.6
    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 78 registered maximum number of service users is 15.6. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.6 = 0.385
  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

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Bed Vacancies

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Awards / Recognitions (6)

Meet the Team (1)

Ana-Maria

Ana-Maria Cormos

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2024

As a dedicated healthcare professional, Ana has gained a wealth of experience in providing care to elderly people to enrich their lives.


She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life for residents.


"As Home Manager, I love making sure residents feel supported while also promoting a lifestyle that’s active, fulfilling, and tailored to their needs. It’s rewarding to see how a positive environment can make a real difference in their day-to-day lives"

Frequently Asked Questions about The Applewood

What types of Care is The Applewood registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The Applewood have?

There are 78 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Applewood?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Applewood to the centre of Milton Keynes?

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

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