The Lindens Care Home

About Us

We at The Lindens Care Home offer residential care in the peaceful village of Stoke Hammond, a warm and welcoming setting for older people seeking dementia care, mental health support and respite stays within the wider Buckinghamshire community.

Nestled in a quiet corner of the South East, our home benefits from the calm rhythms of village life whilst remaining well connected to the surrounding towns of the MK area. The countryside surroundings of Stoke Hammond provide a gentle, restorative backdrop for daily life, offering residents and their loved ones a sense of tranquillity that can be hard to find in busier locations. Families visiting from Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard and further afield will find our village setting easy to reach yet reassuringly peaceful.

Our specialisms centre on older person residential care, with dedicated support for those living with dementia and for individuals whose mental health needs require a compassionate, understanding approach. For families, this means knowing that a loved one is cared for by a team who understand the nuances of memory loss, the importance of familiar routines and the reassurance that comes from a consistent, patient presence. Our dementia care is shaped around each individual, focusing on preserving dignity, encouraging meaningful engagement and creating an environment where residents feel safe and understood.

We also welcome guests for respite care, offering short term stays for those recovering from illness, needing a period of extra support, or simply providing family carers with a well earned break. Respite guests receive the same warmth and attention as our permanent residents, and many families tell us that these stays offer valuable peace of mind during difficult transitions.

Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Whilst there is honest work to be done, we take great pride in the areas where inspectors recognised our strengths, with Good ratings awarded across the Effective, Caring and Responsive domains. These reflect the heart of what we do every day: treating residents with genuine kindness, meeting their needs thoughtfully and delivering care that truly makes a difference. We acknowledge the areas identified for improvement in Safe and Well led, and our commitment to strengthening these aspects of our home remains ongoing and wholehearted.

Choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that responsibility. If you are exploring options for a loved one and would like to learn more about life at The Lindens Care Home, we warmly invite you to get in touch, arrange a visit and see for yourself the calm, caring community we have built here in Stoke Hammond. We are here to listen, to answer your questions honestly and to help you find the right path forward.

Common questions about The Lindens Care Home

Where is The Lindens Care Home located?

The Lindens Care Home is a residential care home in Stoke Hammond, Buckinghamshire, MK17 9BN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Lindens Care Home provide?

The Lindens Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Lindens Care Home's CQC rating?

The Lindens Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 6 March 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Lindens Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. The Lindens Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does The Lindens Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Lindens Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact The Lindens Care Home

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Care We Offer

• Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
• Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
• Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about The Lindens Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. The Lindens Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. The Lindens Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. The Lindens Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. The Lindens Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 6 March 2019
• Report published: 6 March 2019

Overall: Requires Improvement

• Safe: Requires Improvement
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Requires Improvement

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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