Dementia care homes in Milton Keynes
28 of the 47 care homes in Milton Keynes are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 17 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in Milton Keynes typically cost £1,581 a week, about £82,212 a year, based on 7 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,425 to £1,624. That is close to the typical residential fee in Milton Keynes of £1,581.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,070 a week near Milton Keynes and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £82,212 a year
For a couple, two places: £3,162 a week
The typical live-in carer near Milton Keynes, set by the carer
Staying at home could cost about £511 a week less, £26,572 over a year
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,807 a week less than two places.
PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.
Stay at home with a live-in carer near Milton Keynes
A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.
Broomfield Residential Care
Castlemead Court Care Home
Caton House Residential and Nursing Home
Tickford Abbey
Olney Meadows Care Home
The Applewood
Milton Keynes Short Breaks and Shared Lives
Waterhall Care Home
Ashby House - Milton Keynes
Bluebirds Neurological Care Centre
Dovecote Manor Care Home
Kents Hill Care Home
Lakeview Lodge Care Home
Linford Grange
Mallard House Neurological Care Centre
Neath Hill Care Home
Park House
Parklands Nursing Home
The Stratford's Residential Home
The Willows Care Home
Westbury Grange
Becket House Nursing Home
Lathbury Manor Care Home
At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Milton Keynes
These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.
Most charge £980 to £1,260 a week. 90 can care for a couple. 11 years' experience on average.
“We can all fully relax around Nyarai and she feels like part of our family, which is no mean feat!”
“She was v competent and confident and we felt our mum was safe in her care. She supported us through a difficult time.”
Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.
Typical dementia care homes fees in Milton Keynes
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 28 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,581
- Usually £1,425 to £1,624 a week7 homes
- Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
- £1,070
- Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Milton Keynes cost?
Dementia care homes in Milton Keynes typically charge £1,581 a week, usually between £1,425 and £1,624. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Milton Keynes?
28 of the 47 CQC-registered care homes in Milton Keynes are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Milton Keynes?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Milton Keynes?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Milton Keynes council for a needs assessment.