Milton Ernest Hall Care Home

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Care Type Care Home
Care Category Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite
Availability Yes
Live Rating
4.87
Regulator's Rating Good
Meet The Manager

Vicky Hornibrook is General Manager at Milton Ernest Hall Care Home.

"I started at Milton Ernest Hall in October 2012, and I haven’t looked back since! I started my journey as a Healthcare Assistant and have been given opportunities to work my way up in various job roles. Since being appointed Deputy Manager in September 2022, I have now gone on to become the General Manager of Milton Ernest Hall in January 2024, I am committed to ensuring Milton is a loving and supportive environment for both residents and the team. I strive to create a home where everyone feels valued, is cared for and are happy.

"Milton Ernest is a home-from-home, and you will always be welcomed with open arms and a delightful smile. Please do feel free to phone Milton Ernest Hall to chat to myself or a member of the team to support you on your journey for finding you or your loved ones home-from-home."

Vicky Hornibrook

Part of the Majesticare family, Milton Ernest Hall is a residential, nursing and dementia care home set in sixteen acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in Milton Ernest, Bedford.

With over 20 years’ experience in caring for older people we are proud to offer the highest standard of care in a warm and welcoming environment. We provide our residents with an engaging setting to socialise, dine, and enjoy their favourite activities.


Milton Ernest Hall is a vibrant and active community where we enable residents to live life to the full and who are supported to carry on enjoying all the little things that make them happy.


Encouraging a high quality of life is at the heart of our culture and ethos at Milton Ernest Hall. Our highly trained and dedicated team approach every day with professionalism and compassion, delivering a service that’s unique to each individual’s needs.

To find out more, or to book a visit, simply follow this link.





Milton Ernest Hall Care Home Milton Ernest Hall Care Home 01234 825 305 Milton Ernest, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 1RJ
Care Options We Can Provide
Support For Companionship, Convalescence, End of Life, High Dependency, Independent Living, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Palliative, Personal care, Rehabilitation.
Disability Support Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound.
Medication By Mouth, Injection, Suppository.
Nursing Specialisms Cancer, Heart Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke.
Type Of Dementia Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia.
Dementia Behaviour Mild Forgetfulness.
Dementia Specialisms Alzheimer's.
Respite Care Yes

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Air Filtration & Purification We are using air filtration and/or air purification devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Independent Assessments We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control.
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Infection Screening We are using technology to screen for infections & monitor symptoms.
safe-tick Regulatory Assessment We have been assessed by the care regulator in our approach to infection control.
safe-tick Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications

Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant.

Wireless Internet access (WiFi)

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”)

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Telephone for external calling

Yes, our care home provides a telephone in all our resident’s rooms.

Family Portal

Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals.

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Minimum Age
60

Our Building and Facilities

Milton Ernest Hall was built in 1856 and is the only country house designed and built by the noted architect Sir William Butterfield.
An impressive Grade I Listed former Home to the Starey family, Milton Ernest Hall became a base for US Armed forces during World War II and then a country house hotel before its impressive refurbishment as an outstanding care home.

There care services it offers are:

  • Palliative Care
  • Day Care
  • Respite Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit
  • Own GP if required
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pets by arrangement
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair access
  • Gardens for residents
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room/Mobile
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Is Our Home Purpose Built
No

The Year Our Home Was Built
1 Jan 1856

How Many Floors We Have
2

Who Owns Our Building
Private

Communal Rooms
Activities Room, Conservatory, Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges.

What Else Do We Provide
Assisted Bathroom, Chiropodist, GP, Hairdressers, Lift, Minibus, Physiotherapy.

Our Garden
Communal Garden, Scenic Views, Seating.

Our Photos

Description

The rooms at Milton Ernest Hall are beautifully decorated with en suite facilities. Residents are encouraged to bring along some home comforts to give them their own personal touch.


About Our Rooms
Number Of Rooms 29
Number Of Ensuite Rooms 29

Type Of Room
Double Room, Single Room.

Room Features
Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access.

Room Facilities
Alarm, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Safe, Secure Access, Telephone Point.

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Funding Types
Local Authority Bedford
Region East
We Accept Self-Funding Clients Yes

Choice Dining Logo

Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.

To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.

Styles of Food Pink tick icon Pureed Pink tick icon Vegan Pink tick icon Vegetarian
Dining Locations Pink tick icon Bedroom Dining Pink tick icon Lounge/Diner
Hospitality Pink tick icon Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.

Pink tick icon Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.


Pink tick icon Individual dietary needs are person centred.


Pink tick icon Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.


Pink tick icon Our menu is balanced.

A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.

Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents have access to Dining Room.


Pink tick icon Residents have the option of dining in their own room.

Pink tick icon The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.

Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.

Pink tick icon Vegetarian food can be served.


Pink tick icon We can support people with Diabetes.

Delivering a respectful and quality service.

Pink tick icon Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.

Pink tick icon Tables are well laid.

Pink tick icon We promote an inclusive dining experience.

Pink tick icon There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.

Activities Are So Important

Variety is the spice of life, whatever your age. We want our care home residents to have the opportunity to explore a huge range of hobbies and activities in their new home.

Milton Ernest Hall Care Home offers a wide range of imaginative and inclusive activities. So, whether that’s pottering in the garden, being creative in our arts and crafts sessions, cooking and baking, enjoying a sherry after a walk in the grounds or watching a movie in the cinema with new friends, there’s something for everyone.

Each Majesticare home has a dedicated activities coordinator on hand to create a social calendar filled with fun and engaging activities, and not only for our residents – friends and family are more than welcome to join in too.

As active members of the local community, we welcome a variety of visitors to Milton Ernest Hall to share their enthusiasm, knowledge and experiences with our residents. This ranges from local historians, visits from local school children and even musical bands. Many of our homes have their own minibus, enabling residents to take trips to the shops, places they’ve long enjoyed visiting or to explore new destinations.

Why not come and see for yourself? To book a visit, simply follow this link.


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Activities At Home
1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Board Games, Cooking, Crafts, Crosswords, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Music Entertainment, Painting, Pet Therapy, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Singing, Themed Events.

Activities Outside Our Home
Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Shopping, Theatre.
Our Pets

By arrangement


Can You Bring Your Pet
Yes

How We Help With Your Pet
Feeding.

Milton Ernest
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK44 1RJ

Regulator: CQC

Current Ratings
Overall Good
Safe Good
Well Led Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Effective Good
Inspection Reports
Assessment Date 5th December 2023
Published Date 21st February 2024
Current Report

Milton Ernest Hall Care Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

Historic Reports

Milton Ernest Hall Care Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

Registration Date 15th December 2010
Service Provider Ross Healthcare Limited, ST7 2EY
Transport
Bus Stop nearby, Car Park on-site.

Places of Worship
Anglican Church, Methodist Church.

Nearby Services
Hospital, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops.

Frequently asked questions about Milton Ernest Hall Care Home

Milton Ernest Hall Care Home was given an overall rating of "Good" by the CQC in February 2024.
Milton Ernest Hall Care Home provides Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care.
Milton Ernest Hall Care Home has 29 rooms.
Milton Ernest Hall Care Home is owned by Majesticare.
Yes. Milton Ernest Hall Care Home does offer Residential care.
Yes. Milton Ernest Hall Care Home does offer Respite care.
Yes. Milton Ernest Hall Care Home does provide care for people with Dementia.
Milton Ernest Hall Care Home comes under Bedford.
Vicky Hornibrook is the manager of Milton Ernest Hall Care Home.

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