Mill Lane
Mill Lane is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB24 9HW). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Mill Lane
We at Mill Lane are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the heart of Cambridge, providing thoughtful support for older people, younger adults, and those living with a learning disability, autism, or physical and sensory needs. Set within the familiar surroundings of Cambridgeshire, our home enjoys the benefits of its Cambridge location, where residents can feel connected to the wider community whilst enjoying a calm and homely environment. The setting has been shaped to feel less like an institution and more like a true home, where comfort, dignity, and personal preference guide the way we live each day. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of people we are privileged to support. For older residents, we provide attentive residential care that focuses on companionship, daily wellbeing, and the small routines that make life feel familiar. For younger adults and those with learning disabilities or autism, we take a person centred approach, supporting independence, choice, and meaningful daily activity in ways that suit each individual. We also welcome residents living with physical disabilities and those with visual or hearing impairments, adapting our communication, environment, and support to ensure everyone feels understood, included, and genuinely valued. In practice, this means families can expect a home where care is shaped around the person rather than the other way around. We listen carefully, take time to understand histories, hopes, and habits, and we work in partnership with relatives so that loved ones remain at the centre of every decision. Whether someone needs gentle reassurance, practical support, or encouragement to pursue interests and friendships, our aim is to make each day feel purposeful and content. We are proud to hold an Outstanding overall rating from the Care Quality Commission, with Outstanding marks for being Responsive and Well-led, alongside Good ratings for Safe, Effective, and Caring. For families, this independent recognition offers reassurance that the home is thoughtfully run, that care adapts genuinely to the people who live here, and that leadership is committed to maintaining a high standard of life for every resident. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that moment. If you are exploring options for a relative or friend, we warmly invite you to learn more about Mill Lane and to consider whether our home in Cambridge might be the right place for the next chapter. We are here to listen, to answer your questions, and to walk alongside you with kindness at every step.
Care provided at Mill Lane
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 June 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Mill Lane
Where is Mill Lane located?
Mill Lane is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9HW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Mill Lane provide?
Mill Lane is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Mill Lane's CQC rating?
Mill Lane is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 6 June 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Mill Lane offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Mill Lane offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Mill Lane
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Mill Lane is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Mill Lane 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.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Mill Lane offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
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.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Mill Lane supports younger adults as well as older people.
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.
Typical weekly fees in the East
Mill Lane has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Mill Lane. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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