MILFORD House, the first home in the Milford Care group, 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 in the grounds of the Belper 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.
But the event was about much more than marking the passing of four decades. For Milford Care, 40 years represents a major milestone in a journey that 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.
Director Pierre Falleth 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.”