The Meadows
Alfreton, Derbyshire
Set over two buildings, The Meadows in Alfreton, is a purpose built care home with a strong sense of community
Facilities at The Meadows include:
- Spacious communal areas including large lounges and bright dining areas
- Large and accessible landscaped gardens
- Reminiscence lounge
- Variety of single and companion bedrooms, some with en-suite facilities
- Hairdressing Salon
- Wifi available throughout the Home.
Our Montessori Way Of Life
Our Montessori way of life is at the heart of everything we do. We support our residents to be as independent as possible and look for ways to ensure a person can do something using positive risk-taking.
We focus on a residents’ strengths and abilities, their life story and experiences and use these to help them find purpose and feel valued in their day to day life with us. We encourage residents to partake in meaningful roles, such as helping with household chores, and activities that they enjoy which may trigger fond memories and engage their senses, including doing art, doing a puzzle, playing a game, chair based exercising, baking a cake or writing a letter. All of these pleasurable hobbies boost confidence and self-esteem and will be designed to match the person’s abilities.
Meet Your Care Home Manager
Pete Ansell
Home Manager
I kicked off my NHS journey in 2012 as a receptionist, but it wasn’t long before I switched to a hands-on care role. After three years of uni, I qualified as a mental health nurse in 2018. From there, I worked on elderly care units, helping patients over 65 with dementia and mental health challenges. Eventually, I became the clinical lead for the largest acute dementia ward in Nottinghamshire, focusing on delivering care that really honored each person’s unique story.
Then came Covid, and I was the first nurse deployed to the ward, leading the charge in nursing care during the outbreak. After that whirlwind, I managed my own dementia ward before stepping into the private sector as a junior matron and then a registered manager.
Now, after almost six years as a qualified RMN, I still feel lucky to do what I do. My goal has always been to make sure the people I care for (and the staff I support!) feel safe, empowered, and in control of their lives. It’s all about celebrating their stories and experiences every single day.
How To Find Us
The Meadows Care Home
76 Mansfield Road
Alfreton, Derbyshire
DE55 7JL
Tel. 01773 520491
E-mail: meadows@milfordcare.co.uk
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Meet Doreen! ✨
Doreen moved to The Meadows in 2022 after being diagnosed with dementia. Despite the challenges, she’s brought a lifetime of cherished memories and a passion for helping others! ❤️
A longtime resident of Matlock, Doreen is proud of her work with Meals on Wheels, supporting the elderly, and her involvement with the Royal British Legion 🇬🇧 She even took part in the prestigious London Remembrance Parade and received an award for her dedication 🎖️
Since moving to The Meadows, Doreen has found joy in day trips, reconnecting with her passions, and making new friends. Last year, she fulfilled a heartfelt wish to take part in a remembrance parade, proudly representing her love for the veterans. Though she couldn’t attend this year, we celebrated her spirit with a visit from Jeremy, who distributed poppies in her honour 🌺
We’re privileged to be part of Doreen’s journey, ensuring her days are filled with joy, purpose, and connection ❣️
#LifeAtTheMeadows #DementiaCare #dementiathemontessoriway #milfordcare
A life of service, connection and community with The Meadows. Meet Doreen. - Milford Care
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On November 19, 2022, Doreen moved to The Meadows after being diagnosed with dementia and identified as being at high risk of falls. Though this was a challenging time, Doreen brought a lifetime of ch...Beautiful doreen xx
Aww she’s a babe 🥰 always told me I had lovely teeth 🤭🩷 lovely lady 🫶🏼
Yesterday’s book club focused on the Patron Saints of Britain and “A Book at Bedtime”! 🇬🇧
We had a great time discussing the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and reminiscing about our childhood bedtime stories🍀📖#PatronSaints #StPatricksDay
We’re getting ready for our St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on Monday! Thank you to Audrey and Louie for all your help with putting the decorations up! 🍀🎉💚 #StPatricksDay2025 #CelebrationTime #dementiathemontessoriway
Have a great time ☘☘☘🇮🇪
