Davers Court

Shakers Lane, Bury St Edmunds IP32 7BN
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  • Davers Court, Bury St Edmunds
Davers Court care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, is a modern, purpose-built facility that provides residential, dementia and short-term respite care for older people in beautiful surroundings.

The Suffolk home has stunning lounges, a modern café, a cinema room and a hair and beauty salon. As well as en-suite bedrooms, the home has lovely award-winning gardens for residents to enjoy.

Alongside luxury facilities, residents can enjoy a busy and varied activities programme, organised by the home's dedicated lifestyle team.

The team takes the time to get to know each resident and tailors every aspect of their care, from the menu to the activities on offer, to ensure the care provided is unique to their individual needs and preferences.

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Care Provided by Davers Court

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Abhilash Gopi (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (60)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2014
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Funding & Fees Guide for Davers Court

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,595
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,680
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,595
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,680

  • Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
    of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
    Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible. There are no additional fees
    for respite stays.


    What’s included?
    • All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
    • All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
    • In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
    • Use of in-house cinema
    • Access to landscaped gardens
    • Activities and lifestyle programme
    • All utilities and other accommodation costs
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    • WiFi internet access


    Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
    appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
    medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
    other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
    an agreed hourly charge for this service.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Davers Court to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking

  • On Site


Davers Court Reviews (134)

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Davers Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.826) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Davers Court has 134 reviews.

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Review from S B (Sister of Resident) published on 19 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Although only at Davers Court for 5 months, my sister was extremely happy and very well cared for, all staff were very attentive and aware of any issues.
Relatives and friends were warmly welcomed in all areas. In total felt that the pressure had been taken off us a family.

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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We had visited Davers Court some months before mum moved in and we were very lucky there was a room available when she needed it. I cannot fault the home it is everything we could have wished for in providing a safe, caring and friendly environment.

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Review from Anita H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank the staff enough for their professionalism and kindness. From the moment that I made the first enquiry, I couldn't have hoped for a better service. If unable to answer my queries at the time of calling then someone called back very promptly. In the 10 days my father was with you he received
more care than he had had in the previous 5 months. Thank you.

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Review from Steve (Respite Resident) published on 14 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would not hesitate to recommend Davers Court to anyone who needed excellent care. The compassion, respect, dignity and privacy was paramount by all of the staff, nothing was too much trouble, the food was fantastic and everywhere was clean and tidy.


I am absolutely confident that my partner received

the best of care during his stay, and cannot wait to visit again soon.

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother stayed for 10 days respite care following a hip operation.
The care and kindness she received meant that although she came into Davers Court in a wheelchair she was able to walk out. No mean feat for someone of 95! Many thanks.

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Review from Gill R (Friend of Resident) published on 27 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From my very first visit, in November 2017, to my neighbour in Davers Court, I could see how well he was being looked after. He looked warm, clean and very comfy. He had a pleasant room with his own TV and it was very quiet. The staff I met couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating and were
genuinely caring even though he could be extremely difficult a lot of the time. There was often entertainment taking place in the main reception and I even saw staff dancing with residents. The home always looked clean and always smelt fresh. Sadly, my neighbour recently passed away but I know the staff did everything they possibly could for him in his final days. This is the second review I have submitted for Davers Court, the first being shortly after he went in. I can't speak more highly of the home and when the time comes, would be very happy to spend time in there myself! Thank you to all the dedicated staff- it's you who make it the welcoming home it is! Thank you.

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Review from Caroline E (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Management and all staff were very helpful, caring and compassionate during my fathers stay at Davers Court. The home is well kept and modern with excellent facilities - my father particularly enjoyed the day centre on site and when able, joining in with the activities on offer as well as having coffee
in the downstairs cafe.
They delivered execellent palliative care during his final days and he was made as comfortable as possible. As well as caring for my father, staff and management supported the family, at this very difficult time, emotionally and physically. We were able to use guest accommodation to stay on site 24/7 to enable us to spend as much time as possible with our father, with meals and drinks as required. Nothing was too much trouble - Thank you Davers Court.

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Review from Jennifer G (Wife of Resident) published on 14 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has just gone into Davers Court, before this he was at home and used the Day Care there.
He had respite in the home and loved it, that is why I chose this home.
He is well looked after and the staff are so kind and friendly. He tells me he loves it there.
That makes me feel better and
do not feel so guilty, but of course, I would rather he was at home with me.
He is there for his own safety and also for my health.

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Review from T H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home is very well presented and well run.

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Review from Yvonne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a family, we were very happy with the care, activities, environment and ALL staff at Davers Court. I have no hesitation in returning my parent to this home.

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Review from Meg S (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't praise all the staff highly enough for all the care and support offered to my mother and the whole family. They helped smooth the transition for everyone through very difficult times. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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Review from Sue A (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has flourished at Davers Court. She is very happy to complain about anything and everything but has nothing but praise for the manager and all her staff at the home.
She has individual care and trouble is taken to try to enrich her life, successfully. Visitors and family are welcomed and
staff always speak to us and mum. Thank you.

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Review from David H (Son of Resident) published on 17 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has resided at Davers Court for the past 6 months after moving from a bungalow in Stowmarket, where she was visited 5 times a day by carers.
I say the following without any reservations whatsoever. Davers Court has provided excellent quality of service, the well-managed staff, quality of
staff helpfulness, spotlessly clean environment and a wonderful homely welcoming approach, just lends itself for all whom live, work or visitors alike providing a home from home atmosphere. Food standards are good and varied to meet most expectations. Well done to Davers Court manager and her dedicated team.

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Review from C S (Wife of Resident) published on 14 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I chose Davers Court for my husband to spend 5 weeks in respite care and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others. The staff are friendly, polite and provided an excellent standard of care. The room and surroundings were very clean, bright and comfortable. I felt safe in the knowledge that my husband
who can be quite challenging at times was in safe and capable hands.

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Review from B C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother, who was suffering with dementia, was in Davers Court for 6 months until her recent passing. From the beginning, she was treated professionally and with the utmost love and care and after a 'settling-in' period, soon adapted to her new home. With constant companionship, she started to join
in the activities and when visiting it was obvious she was more happy and contented and we were always greeted warmly by the excellent staff. When mum passed away quite suddenly, the staff were there, as usual, to help us with our loss and the family will always be grateful to know that her last few months were enhanced by the care and attention shown by everyone at Davers Court.

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Review from Maurice N (Son of Resident) published on 2 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Davers Court is the most wonderful place, my mother is os very happy there, the staff are kind efficient and will do anything to help. The staff are dedicated to the job, if I was ill I would go into Davers at the drop of a hat, you won't find better care anywhere.

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Review from H C (Wife of Resident) published on 25 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As the wife of a resident, I appreciate the care and concern provided to me along with my husband. With no local family available it is difficult to keep emotional levels to a good state. They look after us both to on a family level. They keep me in a family atmosphere.

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Review from T C (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 25 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The overall impression is one of quiet efficiency. Tension is not seen anywhere. Well done.

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Review from Robert B (Resident) published on 24 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am a stroke survivor living locally to Bury St Edmunds with my wife who is also my primary carer. At least once per annum she needs and deserves a complete break from those duties and having had a completely satisfactory respite break in 2018 at Davers Court, have been delighted to be allowed back
for a similar break this year. My impressions last year were of a professionally run and managed home with more than just capable and well-motivated staff, but one where everyone owns the culture of caring that bit extra and going the extra mile.

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Review from Maureen G (Resident) published on 24 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I do like all and everything.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.826)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.826) out of 10 for Davers Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

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 4.826 for Davers Court is calculated as follows: ( (382 Excellents x 5) + (65 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 453 Ratings = 4.826

  • 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 Davers Court is based on 38 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 38 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.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 17 Nov 2022

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Abhilash

Abhilash Gopi

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2025

I am passionate about providing meaningful care to older people and ensuring that we make a positive impact on residents’ lives.


I have been a home manager for eight years and have a BSc Hons. in nursing, as well as a level five in health and social care. I chose to join Care UK because of its values and ethos.


In my role, you need to be patient, have good listening and communication skills, and be understanding. Being calm in any situation helps too.


I think my favourite part of the day is the morning. It’s a time when we can decide what to prioritise and how to approach the day.


A lot of moments stand out for me as highlights. I helped achieve an ‘outstanding’ rating for another Care UK home in 2021. I’m also proud to be able to support colleagues and share the knowledge I’ve learned over the years. It’s all about improving care and standards for the better so residents can benefit.


Outside of work, I captain a local cricket team. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my family. My wife is also a nurse, and we have three children so life is wonderful and busy.