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With 72 beautifully decorated bedrooms spanning across two floors and a whole host of amenities, the home is designed to bring people together and provide for a wide range of care types including residential care, nursing care, respite care and dementia care.
The team at Alexandra Mill understand that arranging care for a...
Care Provided by Alexandra Mill
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 72 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All inclusive fee - from £1600pw includes:
> Podiatrist appointment every 8 weeks with Anavo's appointed private podiatrist for general footcare
> A hair salon appointment every 6 weeks with Anavo's appointed hairdresser at the Alexandra Mill salon
> Newspapers available daily in communal areas
> One annual booking of Alexandra Mill's Private Dining Room with Afternoon Tea included for four people, on your Birthday or a Special Anniversary
> All Care, Laundry, Activities & Entertainment, Breakfast, Three course Lunch, Three course Dinner, Snacks-Tea & Coffee & Housekeeping
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Alexandra Mill for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Alexandra Mill 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose 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
- Anavo Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Stephanie Sheer (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2023
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (72)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (72)
Parking
- Plenty of free parking available
Alexandra Mill Reviews (51)
Alexandra Mill has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.789) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alexandra Mill has 51 reviews.
I spent 3 weeks in respite care. (1) Body map photos were taken on arrival A week later I needed a medical prescription as a skin problem developed I left 2 weeks later with serious skin damage in groin and anal areas, none of which was officially reported to my partner, nor was there any advice on on-going treatment. (2) I was assured, in my assessment, that my needs would be met (I have Parkinson's Disease and have to be moved by hoist. The staff lacked training in this. My foot was hurt (also photo'ed) in one of their efforts to move me. Subsequently I spent most of my time there bed-bound. English was their 2nd language for several staff. This was a problem. (3) On paper, the facilities look good - film room, garden etc. but they were not made available to me
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the respite stay did not meet expectations.
We take concerns regarding skin integrity, moving and handling, communication and activities seriously. However, none of the concerns outlined in this review were raised with the home during the...
Mum has settled so well thanks to the care and dedication of all the wonderful staff. We are very grateful
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Alexandra Mill Care Home. Supporting residents to feel safe, comfortable and at home is our priority, and it is wonderful to know that the care, compassion and dedication...
From application to admission the collegues at Alexandra Mill have been superb, understanding, helpful and attentive along with great communication. They worked and continue to work tirelessly to ensure my father in law made the transition as comfortably as they could.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that your experience with Alexandra Mill Care Home has been so positive. Our team works hard to provide compassionate, person-centred care in a warm and welcoming environment, so it is wonderful to know that...
Since my dad moved into this care home, we have been extremely impressed with the level of care, kindness, and professionalism shown by all the staff. Moving into care can be a big adjustment, but the team made the transition as smooth and comfortable as possible for both Dad and our family.
The staff are always friendly, patient, and genuinely caring, taking the time to get to know residents as individuals. Dad has settled in well, enjoys the activities on offer, and is treated with dignity and respect every day.
The home is clean, welcoming, and well maintained, creating a warm and homely atmosphere.
We understand that moving into care is a significant...
My mum went into Alexandra Mill for end of life care and sadly only lasted 6 weeks. Her care during that time was exemplary, she was treated with kindness and compassion. Big thank you to all the staff involved.
It means a great deal to our team to know that your mum was treated with kindness, compassion, and dignity during her time at Alexandra Mill. Providing high-quality...
My mother in law came into Alexandra in December. Care has been second to none. Staff very caring and informative.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. Were delighted to hear that your mother-in-law has settled in well since joining Alexandra in December. It means a great deal to know that youve found our care to be second to none, and that our team have been caring, supportive, and...
Outstanding home! Arrived for the first time visiting Mum from the US. Was completely blown away by the cleanliness, room size and quality, staff and food. Amazing comfort for my 96 year old Mum, she couldn't be in a better care home.
It means a great deal to us that you were impressed with the cleanliness, accommodation, food, and, most importantly, our team. Providing a...
I recommended Alexandra Mill to my daughter in laws nan. She was struggling at home with everyday tasks. They, as a family, brought her in for respite, but with the care she received and how she became happier in herself, they took the decision to have her put in permanently. Which is now over 3 months, the best decision they as a family have made.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind feedback. Were so pleased to hear that your daughter-in-laws nan settled in well during her respite stay and that the experience helped your family feel confident in making the decision for her to stay with us permanently.
Its wonderful to know...
I can't speak highly enough of Alexandra Mill Care Home. The staff are genuinely kind, patient, and attentive, and they treat every resident with real dignity and warmth. The home itself is always clean, welcoming, and has a lovely atmosphere that immediately puts families at ease. Communication is excellent, and it's clear how much care and effort goes into making residents feel comfortable, safe, and valued. It's reassuring to know loved ones are in such capable and compassionate hands. I would wholeheartedly recommend Alexandra Mill to anyone looking for outstanding care.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. We're truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
It means a great deal to our entire team to know that the care, patience, and compassion we aim to show every day is felt by residents and their families. Creating a warm,...
My husband went into the Care Home in December 2025. He seems to have settled in well and the care and attention that the staff give to him is excellent. As all my husband's visitors have commented, it doesn't seem like a typical Care Home, more like a lovely hotel and it is the best that they, and I, have ever seen. He has a lovely room overlooking a well kept garden area which hopefully he will be able to take advantage of once the better weather arrives! They have a fantastic range of activities twice a day, every day, and this is such an important part of my husband's well being. My husband has to have a pureed diet due to his health needs but it is always freshly made and well presented. There is also a cafe area which is great for socialising in with visitors and other residents. The lounge areas for the residents are very modern and give you a homely feel. I would highly recommend the Care Home to anyone looking for somewhere for their loved one to stay.
We are delighted to hear that your husband has settled in well and that you feel confident in the care and attention he receives. Our team works incredibly hard to create not...
Mum has spent time in three care homes over the last few years. We chose Alexandra Mill firstly due to its location and it was recently built. Our expectations for facilities (shop, cafe, meals, care) have all been met, with some staff members exceeding them. I feel confident that mum's physical and most mental needs are well catered for. The extra activities to encourage residents to continue to learn, have fun and socialise are superb. There is always a positive, friendly atmosphere for both residents and loved ones who visit regularly.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are truly grateful for your positive comments regarding Mum's wellbeing, the care, meals & activities at Alexandra Mill. The staff team work very hard to deliver high standards for residents at all times. I will pass your comments on to the team. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required.
My mum as an end of life patient was brought to Alexandra Mill, where she passed peacefully. The nursing staff were lovely to us and they made this difficult time so much easier for us. They treated my mum with the utmost dignity and respect all the way through. Our family will always have fond memories of every one of the staff who looked after mum for their compassion to us too.
Please accept our deepest condolences, we are so sorry for your loss. Thankyou for your kind words regarding the Nurses and their Staff colleagues, your feedback is invaluable in supporting us to continue to demonstrate our passion for supporting all residents with a full holistic care package. I...
As a Housebound library volunteer I have visited 2 residents over the last few years, but one resident is a particular lady who I knew before she came to the home. Knowing where she came from previously I was so pleased with her room, care and general outlook. The place itself is outstanding for accommodation; there are coffee bars that non residents can also use, there are activities on all the time, a hairdresser too. The staff are so good with their charges and are friendly and helpful to visitors too. The outside has lovely garden areas and all residents have large windows to see the trees and flowerbeds even from their bed. All in all a lovely place 10/10 from me.
Thankyou for your kind words and comments around the home and the team. We really appreciate your wonderful feedback. Alexandra Mill prides itself on providing an outstanding experience for all, your feedback is invaluable in supporting us to continue to demonstrate our passion for supporting our...
From the receptionist to the physios and every member of staff in between, the care was amazing. The care, the empathy and the dignity throughout my wife's stay was of the highest quality. Nothing was too much, and this was on all shifts. I was also treated with respect throughout by every member of staff. I couldn't praise them enough.
Thank you for your positive comments about your experience at Alexandra Mill. We are so pleased to hear that your wife received the highest quality care and was treated with empathy & dignity throughout. The staff team all work hard to deliver high standards at all times. I will pass your...
Mum stayed at Alexandra Mill for 4 weeks' respite to allow me to go on holiday. It is a lovely care home, well cared for and presented. Mum loved her room and soon made friends with fellow residents and all the staff. When I went to pick her up, she said, "I'm leaving already. I thought I was here for a few more days." That speaks for itself. She will definitely be back for further respite. She particularly enjoyed the activity schedule and had great fun joining in.
Thank you for your positive comments about your Mother's very positive respite stay at Alexandra Mill, we are so happy that Mum enjoyed the activities and, indeed, made friends in the process!. The staff team all work hard to deliver high standards at all times. I will pass your comments on to the...
It can take time for your loved one to settle, even in the best homes like Alexandra Mill. It has taken a long time for my mum, who has dementia, to really settle, but with lots of encouragement from the caring staff she seems much happier and content. All the staff are friendly and welcoming to everyone. My mum particularly likes the housekeeping staff, who are always very kind to her. She has been joining in the activities more, thanks to the lovely activities team who understand her and give her lots of support when she needs it. A lot of the staff have been at the home since mum first moved in, which is always a good sign in my opinion. There are some lovely communal areas to enjoy such as the cafe and garden.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are very grateful. We really do appreciate your comments regarding the Kindness and friendliness of Staff at the home. The staff team work very hard to deliver high standards for residents at all times. I will pass your comments on to the team. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required.
Staff are always in uniform with name tags, every member of staff from kitchen, domestic and careers and nurse, entertainment staff all welcome us and say hello to resident
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are truly grateful for your comments regarding the Housekeeping team's engagement with your Mum and of course the Activities Team's efforts too, thank you. . We really do appreciate your comments. The staff team work very hard to deliver high...
I am a Friend of a Resident, from my First visit, I have been very impressed with all the Staff I have met , how Professional and friendly they are, with other Residents and Visitors. The Staff always seem to put the interests and care of the Residents first, I have seen some of the activities they arrange for the Residents , varied and entertaining. The Cafe area is clean and practical, Ideal for refreshments. Ideal for Family and Friends.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are very grateful. We really do appreciate your comments regarding the professionalism and friendliness of Staff at the home. The staff team work very hard to deliver high standards for residents at all times. I will pass your comments on to the team. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required.
It's a lovely accommodating home, staff are so pleasant and helpful, I recommend this place, always nice and clean. i love the activities they do and they have a little wish tree what they do and there's a game room, it's like a boutique hotel but with lovely helpful staff.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are truly grateful. We also appreciate your commendations regarding the Activities department and their drive and efforts to 'grant wishes' to everyone - these activities are in addition to and outside of the planned monthly and weekly activities,...
All I ever wanted for my husband was care, cleanliness, kind consideration and respect! Alexandra Mill provides all of this. Along with dignity and empathy, not only for him but also for me whenever I visit. I have recommended it to absolutely everyone.
Thank you for your positive comments about our helpful friendly kind staff, the home's facilities and the cleanliness. The staff team all work hard to deliver high standards at all times. I will pass your comments on to the team. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thankyou
Bed Vacancies
3 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 07 August 2026Beds available for General Nursing & Residential
News (11) & Events (0)
- 02 Dec 2025
We had a fabulous Intergenerational Day with Becky’s Butterflies We were delighted to welcome Becky’s Butterflies for another wonderful intergenerational visit yesterday. Becky, our local childminder, has begun joining us...
- 01 Oct 2025
On 30th September 2025, Irene Schofield marked her incredible 105th birthday surrounded by love, laughter, and a few royal surprises at Alexandra Mill, part of the Anavo Group. The Mayor...
- 05 Sep 2025
Home Manager Stephanie Sheer hosted a 2-year since opening Birthday Party for Alexandra Mill Residents and Staff Stephanie Congratulated the Staff Team for their hard work, service and dedication. Residents...
There are no upcoming events for Alexandra Mill.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Alexandra Mill
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Alexandra Mill.
Meet the Team (1)

Stephanie is employed by Anavo Group as the Registered Manager for Alexandra Mill. Stephanie has a wealth of experience. She has worked in health and social Care for 14 years in varying different roles. She started her career as a care assistant in 2011, completed her nurse training in 2016, worked in leadership roles such as clinical lead and deputy manager finally progressing into a home manager in 2020. Stephanie has always been very passionate about care provision and has worked right through the ranks to have great insight into how challenging care can be. Stephanie has a very thorough knowledge and understanding of the Fundamental Standards from the Care Quality Commission, Safeguarding Adults and many local authorities contracting teams.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandra Mill
What types of Care is Alexandra Mill registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Alexandra Mill have?
There are 72 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Alexandra Mill?
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, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Alexandra Mill to the centre of Crewe?
1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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