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Davers Court

Trusted to care in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Trusted to care in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk|With over 40 years’ experience,
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Discover more about the care we provide

Here at Davers Court, we provide a range of round-the-clock care to suit different needs.

Our strong ethos of person-centred care means that we work closely with you to tailor the care we provide to your loved one’s exact needs.

We know that finding the right care can be a challenge, that’s why we have put this useful page together to explain the different care available for your loved one.

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Types of care at Davers Court

Residential care

Would your loved one benefit from moving to a warm and friendly home where they’ll enjoy constant care and attention? Everything we do at Davers Court is resident focused, we host activities that they’ll specifically enjoy such as cooking and musical activities. The team encourages residents to develop new friendships, even with residents at Glastonbury Court, our sister home which is nearby.

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Respite care

Caring for an older loved one at home can be physically and emotionally challenging. Making time for yourself is vital to recharge. Our short-term respite care gives you the chance to have a holiday or to un-wind and take some time out. Is your loved one currently in hospital? We also provide convalescent care, supporting individuals to get back on their feet before moving back home.

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End of life care

At Davers Court, we believe that every person deserves to experience a dignified and respectful end of life. We work with you and your loved one, as well as local health professionals and hospice teams, to plan your loved one’s care so they are as comfortable as possible, and wishes are arranged.

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Day club

Do you care for your loved one at home, but would value some extra support? Our friendly day club which will be coming soon is run by experienced carers and is a supportive environment where older people can make new friends, enjoy a hot meal and do activities. We can even support with personal care if it’s something you find difficult to do at home. Whatever your loved one’s needs, we can help. 

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Dementia care

At Davers Court we’re passionate about supporting residents who are living with dementia to enjoy a superb life. Our entire team have undergone in-depth specialist training delivered by the University of Worcester to understand what it feels like to live with dementia.

Understanding and getting to know you

We take the time to get to know you and your loved one. This starts from our very first conversation. We get to know what will settle them when moving in, and everything about them. We learn all about your loved one’s life story and personality, so we know what will calm them and make them happy.

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Providing dementia friendly environments

Our immediate surroundings can have a huge impact on our quality of life, particularly when trying to make sense of the world around us. We work with academic partners to create care home environments that help people living with dementia – this can be from colour palettes, textures, even to sounds played!

We also have our own Namaste practitioners who are trained to give relaxing massages in a relaxing environment to fully relax your loved ones.

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Our dedicated people and their expertise

We believe that our people make Davers Court a special place to be. Our people have been chosen for their attitude, dedication, and caring nature. Ian, our Dementia Champion, has trained all colleagues at Davers Court – and some relatives – to understand what it may be like to live with dementia.

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Support for families and carers

We understand that a dementia diagnosis will affect more than just the individual. At Davers Court we’re here to support the family too. Seeing a loved one change can be a difficult and heart-breaking experience, so we are here if you need a listening ear or if you would like to know more about local support services.

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Namaste care

We are proud to offer namaste care to residents living with advanced dementia. The purpose of namaste care is to give comfort and pleasure through sensory stimulation. Our namaste sessions are run by trained carers and involve individual caring touch, such as a hand or foot massages, music therapy, themed sensory and gentle movement sessions, or simply reminiscing.

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Delivering quality care

At Care UK every member of our team has a personal and professional commitment to providing excellent care.

At Care UK our teams hold our values of caring, passionate and teamwork at the centre of the care they deliver.

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The care we provide is built around the latest academic research and knowledge. Our teams recieve award winning training and induction programmes when they join us which is clearly evident in the care we provide.

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Our dedicated and highly trained teams constantly strive to maximise the safety of residents, visitors and colleagues while keeping life as normal and fulfilling as possible for the people we care for.

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We believe choice should be at the heart of every resident’s care. That’s why our teams are trained to deliver person-centred care. Residents and their families are involved in decisions about their care and are treated as individuals with unique wishes and needs.

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Delivering quality care
Delivering quality care
Delivering quality care

FAQs

We’ve brought together many of the questions that families often ask us. If you need more information, or have any other questions, give our friendly team a call.

FAQs

We understand people’s anxieties about moving a loved one into a care home. That’s why we make a promise to every new customer about what they can expect from any Care UK home.

We are proud to be the most awarded care home provider for the last two years, with more outstanding rated homes than any other provider. We work with residents and relatives to get their regular feedback, in meetings in each home, through surveys or just in day-to-day conversations. 

Our people are recruited for their positive and caring personalities as much as for their skills. Ultimately, all our care is person-centred – everything we do is tailored to the individual’s needs, preferences and interests.

Whenever you have a question about any aspect of your relative’s care, please bring it up as quickly as possible with any of the home team. Usually any issues can be resolved quickly and efficiently, and the earlier we know about it, the better. At Care UK we take quality extremely seriously and we strive to deliver exceptional care to all our residents, but sometimes things do go wrong. In the unlikely event that you have serious concerns about your loved one’s care, please talk to the home manager immediately who will put a plan in place to resolve the issue to your satisfaction.

Yes, the majority of Care UK homes do provide quality, short term respite care. Many family carers find it a helpful option if they need time to themselves. It’s also a good ‘taster’ of what permanent care would be like. Fees vary from home to home and will depend on your loved one’s needs, so the best option is to contact the home you’re interested in to get a clear idea of cost.

We will ensure that we support and provide the best quality care for your loved one, and we will always inform you of the changes in your loves one's needs and discuss the options with you.

Yes we can. The majority of our homes provide specialist dementia care in dedicated dementia suites. These suites have their own dining area and lounge, as well as a number of en-suite bedrooms. They are designed to minimise hustle and bustle, which people living with dementia can find unsettling. The staff who work in these areas have specialist dementia training and experience and can cater for residents with these very specific, high-level needs.

Yes, the majority of our homes provide specialist dementia care. We care for people living with all types of dementia. While we tend to care for older residents, we are able to care for those who live with the condition at a young age. Please do talk to the friendly team at your local Care UK home to find out how they can support you. They’re here to help.

Find out more about our approach to dementia care.

There’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach to care ratios. Our care ratios are calculated to take into account the complexity level and general care needs of each resident, so these will vary from suite to suite in each home.

We understand people may feel more comfortable with a carer who is the same gender when receiving personal care and will always to do our utmost to ensure residents' wishes are met.