Davers Court is situated in the town of Bury St Edmunds, a few
minutes walk from the historic Abbey gardens and town centre.
Our accommodation is of a high standard and specifically meets
the needs of older people. It is divided into units,
varying between 3 and 9 bedrooms, each has its own en suite
facility with shower. The rooms also have television
and telephone points.
Each unit has a lounge, dining area, fully fitted kitchen and
especially adapted bathrooms and toilets. Safety
features, such as smoke detectors and an emergency call system is
accessible from every room.
The units:
Rosewood is a 9-place unit offering permanent care to frail
older people.
Pinewood and Rowanwood:- 15 rooms
These are our special needs units, individuals admitted here have a
diagnosis of dementia, made by a psycho-geriatrician with the
recommendation for an extra care placement.
Sandlewood has 4 rooms, this is a transitional
unit. Service users are admitted from hospital
and are awaiting their preferred/assessed outcome.
Barnum is a rehabilitation unit consisting of 6 rooms, the
purpose of this unit is to assist individuals in reaching their
full potential following an illness/operation. A six
week programme is worked out with each person with the support of,
a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker and the
unit staff. We work closely with the West Suffolk Primary
Care Trust.
Dedicated trained staff provide 24hr care to the service users
in a professional and dignified manner.
Service users are assisted in exercising their choice in all
aspects of their care. We encourage a full and active
lifestyle as is possible, maintaining links with the community,
family and friends.
There is an extensive choice of menu for the two main meals,
which are prepared in the main kitchen. Meals are also
prepared in the unit kitchenettes.
The home offers a fully fitted hairdressing salon, a small shop,
and a mobile telephone for use by the residents.
There are regular programmes of activities, including church
service and outings.
The courtyard gardens are wheelchair accessible with tables and
chairs provided.