Milford House Marks 40 Years Of Care With Summer Celebration

Milford House, the very first home in the Milford Care group, has celebrated its 40th anniversary with a joyful summer party that brought together residents, families, staff and friends for a day of music, laughter and community spirit.

The celebration – held recently in the grounds of the Belper-based home – was everything a summer fair should be. There was live music from local bands and DJs, plenty of dancing, wood-fired pizzas, traditional ice creams, homemade cakes, craft stalls and a busy bar. Children played on the lawns, families came together across the generations, and residents joined in the festivities, reflecting the strong sense of belonging that has always been at the heart of Milford House.

One resident, James Gregory, said:
“It was such a wonderful day. The music, the food, the laughter – it felt like a real celebration of everything Milford House means to us. I loved sharing it with my family and friends here – it’s a memory I’ll treasure.”

The journey began when Milford House was first purchased in 1985. After extensive renovations to the Grade II listed building, it opened its doors to residents in 1985 – laying the foundation for what would grow into a family-run group of six homes across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, all built on the same ethos of compassion, community and purpose.

Pierre Falleth, Director at Milford Care, said:
“Milford House is where it all began for us, so this anniversary is deeply personal. My father-in-law had the vision to create something different – care that wasn’t just about providing a bed, but about creating a real sense of home and purpose for people. Forty years later, we’re still carrying that vision forward. The summer celebration was the perfect way to bring residents, families and staff together to honour that legacy. We’re enormously proud of everything Milford House represents, and the difference it has made to thousands of lives over the years.”