All our fees are subject to a care needs assessment. All fees quoted are a guideline, please contact the care home for a detailed price for your care requirements.
Visitors are welcome at any time. Please be aware that mealtimes are generally a busy time in the care home.
Limited parking in front of the care home. Outside of this visitors are able to park on Sedlescombe Road Sth or in Sedlescombe Gardens.
Derwent Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.665) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Derwent Residential Care Home has 41 reviews.
Review from F J (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2025
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It's truly wonderful to hear that your Mum is receiving such excellent care in our care home. It sounds like the team are providing not only for her needs but also offering invaluable support and communication to you and your loved one. Knowing she is well looked after must bring you a great deal of comfort and peace of mind during this challenging time. Many thanks again for your lovely feedback.
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Review from A J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2025
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Dear family ,We are so pleased to read your positive feedback regarding our staff's care and support for both you and your mum. It's wonderful to know you feel comfortable talking to us and that your concerns are taken seriously. We're glad to hear she's been happier with the food lately. We are particularly happy to hear she has been more satisfied with the food recently. We appreciate your suggestion regarding more activities. This is something we are actively looking into to further enrich the lives of our residents.
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Review from M F (Son of Resident) published on 28 March 2025
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It's truly heart-warming to hear that your mum is being so well cared for and that she's happy with our performance. The dedication and compassion she has shown are invaluable. I'm thrilled to know that she had a beautiful 90th celebration surrounded by family. I hope we can all come together to make her special day as wonderful as she deserves. Thank you for sharing this uplifting experience; it really touches the heart.
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Review from Mark T (Brother of Resident) published on 26 March 2025
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It's heart warming to hear this! I'm truly relieved that your loved one is getting the care they deserve. It's so reassuring to know that our dedicated staff is making a meaningful impact in her life. Creating a warm and nurturing environment is so important, and I'm glad our compassionate team is helping to ensure she feels happy and comfortable.
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Review from Dave F (Son of Resident) published on 26 March 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with Derwent. We're truly delighted to hear that your mum has settled in well since her move in November 2024, and that she's experiencing a family atmosphere with our caring and friendly staff. It's wonderful to hear that you appreciate the clean environment, good food, spacious room, and the helpful and understanding management team.Our team strives to provide the best possible care, and your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. We're committed to ensuring your mum continues to feel looked after and happy at Derwent.
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Review from G H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2025
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Thank you so much for sharing your positive feedback! It's truly heartening to know that your nan is happy and well-cared for. We're delighted that you've noticed the friendly and dedicated nature of our staff. We will take your feedback seriously, and we will look into the possibility of adding an activity person to our staff. We are always looking for ways to improve the quality of life of our residents. Thank you again for your kind words and for bringing this important point to our attention.
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Review from Jill H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2025
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We're especially pleased to hear about the significant improvement in your mum's health. Seeing her happy, smiling, and interacting well is the best possible outcome for us. We strive to create a calm, happy, and supportive environment, and your feedback confirms that we're on the right track. It's lovely to know you appreciate the clean environment, the warm welcome you receive, and the beautiful garden with the fish pond and flowers. We believe these details contribute to a sense of well-being for our residents. We're committed to continuing to provide your mum with the highest standard of care and to maintaining the happy and welcoming atmosphere you've described. Thank you again for your kind words. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted that your mum is thriving at Derwent.
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Review from A P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 March 2025
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It's wonderful to hear that your loved one is settling in comfortably and enjoying her time with us.Please know that I'm committed to upholding the dignity of each of our residents, ensuring they feel as comfortable and at peace as they would in their own home. I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that respects each resident's individual expressions and choices.In addition, I am working on providing more alternative food options to better satisfy. Many thanks again
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Review from H J (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 March 2025
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I am glad to hear your satisfaction regarding the home and the staff's performance. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your kind words. We will continue to do our utmost to provide the best care and support for your Mum, ensuring her quality of life is maintained and that she is happy and enjoys her time with us.
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Review from E P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2024
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Thank you for your thoughtful review. I am truly glad that we were able to meet all of your mum's needs during her time with us. She is fondly remembered, and her spirit will always hold a special place in our hearts. May she rest in peace and be blessed.
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Review from Simon F (Grandson of Resident) published on 1 October 2024
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We are incredibly grateful for the time you took to share your experiences and feedback. Your reviews help us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. Your kind words and constructive comments are invaluable to us and we are committed to continuously enhancing our services to meet your needs. Thank you for being a part of our community and for your ongoing support. We look forward to serving you better every day. Warm regards.
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Review from Caroline P (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from Sara W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 September 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from John D (Resident) published on 4 September 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from John W (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 31 August 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from Denise W (Friend of Resident) published on 31 August 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from D H (Brother of Resident) published on 30 January 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from Timothy G (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 January 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from S W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 October 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
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Review from Alice P (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2022
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The Review Score of 9.7 (9.665) out of 10 for Derwent Residential Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.
The Average Rating of 4.665 for Derwent Residential Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (143 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 188 Ratings = 4.665
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Derwent Residential Care Home is based on 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.
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Job Title: Home Manager
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Hello, my name is Ali and I am the Home Manager at Derwent Care Home. I thoroughly enjoy the daily challenges that come with my role and take pride in recruiting a strong team that delivers high-quality care to our residents. It brings me great satisfaction to add value to our care services and enhance the lives of our elderly residents, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives.
I am passionate about providing the same level of care to our residents as I would expect for my own parents. With over 10 years of experience in independent care companies, I have worked with adults who have acquired dementia, challenging behaviour and nursing. I hold qualifications as an Assistant
Practitioner, Dementia Championship, Leadership, and Management.
Making a positive difference in people's lives is my biggest achievement throughout my career. I am committed to continuous development to ensure that the individuals I care for receive the best possible care and life enrichment in their later years.