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Avocet Court Care Home

Monmouth Close, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 8RS
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The staff are the real stars here. They were so kind and caring and always happy and upbeatGarry M(Son of Resident/Service User)
Avocet Court Care Home, Ipswich
The reception we got as a family was very welcoming from day one.Susan G(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Avocet Court Care Home, Ipswich
The care is second to none. All of the staff are amazing, kind friendly, attentive.Jo E(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Avocet Court Care Home, Ipswich

Avocet Court is a modern care home in Ipswich, Suffolk, providing high-quality Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, and short-term Respite Care in a welcoming and professionally supported environment.

Designed to offer comfort, reassurance, and personalised support, Avocet Court is arranged across four purpose-built, ground-floor care communities. Each community has its own quiet lounge, creating peaceful spaces where residents can relax, socialise, and spend meaningful time with family and friends.

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Care Provided by Avocet Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 153 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Accreditations

  •  The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,250N/A

Weekly care fees Avocet Court are determined following a Pre-Admission care needs assessment and room selection. Guideline prices range from £1,250 and Hairdressing Services, Newspapers etc are billable extras and not included in weekly care fees.

Contact Avocet Court Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Ruth Garnham (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1993
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (115)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)

Visiting

  • Please feel free to visit Avocet Court at any time - the door is always open! Visitors more than welcome to come along to the Lifestyles Programme of activities at Avocet Court and join loved ones as they participate too.

Parking

  • Standard and Disabled car parking spaces are available at the front of the home.

Avocet Court Care Home Reviews (189)

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9.7

Avocet Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10, based on 60 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Avocet Court Care Home has 189 reviews.

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Review from L B (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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At first, Mum was very scared about coming here because she had never experienced this situation before, by the time it was time for her to move on she would quite happily have kept here longer. The staff had been very kind to her and she felt at home with them. Through no fault of the staff as they were so busy there was sometimes a bit of a delay answering the call button but on the whole, everything was good.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

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Review from Marianne H (Wife of Resident) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been very pleased with the care that my husband has received during the year that he has lived in Powys House. He has been treated at all times with kindness, dignity and respect. All the staff have been warm and helpful to me and have given me time to speak to them when necessary. I have valued especially that every time there has been a problem, such as falling out of bed, even if no physical damage has resulted, I have been told about this by a phone call. This has enabled me to relax and has given me peace of mind. Very best wishes, a resident's wife.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback and glad you were happy with the care your husband received. We will share your positive feedback with our team.

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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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My overall experience has been very good dealing with Mum's complex needs. Staff are friendly and helpful. There are various activities, catering for all different needs. The food is very good and constantly checking to make sure what can be improved.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, it's lovely to read your positive comments and will pass them on to all our team.

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Review from C B (Niece of Resident) published on 16 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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Birthday visit to my Aunt who is in respite and assessment.
I was impressed with the staff that we met who appeared to be attentive and caring.
A special mention to the man in the cafe who presented my Aunt with a birthday cake and made us feel very welcome. A lovely space to sit and chat and feel ‘normal’.

I was pleased to see her room was sunny and clean with its own en-suite.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, it's lovely to read your positive comments and look forward to seeing you in the cafe again soon.

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Review from Terry A (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 16 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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We find members of staff very helpful, happy and welcome to do most things asked for. Mother-in-law is settling in and becoming more active with staff and other residents.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, it's lovely to read your positive comments. We will share the lovely comments with all the team.

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Review from Geoff B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Care of my father-in-law is exemplary. His needs are met in full.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

We appreciate your feedback and are glad you are happy with the care your father-in-law is receiving, he is a pleasure to care for. We will pass your positive feedback on to our team.

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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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When my dad moved here from another care home I so noticed the difference - staff are attentive and really care - keep me informed with regular progress reports and updates and my dad is improving and seems a lot happier. Couldn't ask for more! Thank you.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

We appreciate your feedback and are glad you are happy with the care your loved one is receiving, he is a pleasure to care for. We will pass your positive feedback on to our team.

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Review from P M (Son of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Friendly, helpful staff. My mother tells me she is well looked after and such a statement from her is a very high bar indeed.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback and glad your mother is happy with the care she is receiving. We will share your positive feedback with our team.

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Review from Craig C (Son of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father has been a resident in this care home for about the last six months. The care and patience of the team is amazing. I could not thank them enough really impressed.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback and are glad you are happy with the care your father is receiving. We will pass your positive feedback on to our team.

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Review from T C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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My mum was transferred to Avocet after a brief stay in hospital, for an assessment of her care needs. The staff were super friendly to Mum and looked after her well, and after just 2 weeks Mum was able to be discharged home. I think it is fair to say that the room Mum had was more on the basic side, but it did have a private toilet which was ideal for Mum. Mum enjoyed the meals and loved chatting with the various members of staff. Whilst Mum didn't want to join in with the activities, there was a regular programme of events that everyone was encouraged to join in. The cafe in the main entrance is lovely and welcoming, and the cake is delicious! All in all, I am very pleased with how Mum was treated over her relatively brief stay here.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, it was lovely to hear your positive comments which we will feed back to our team. You and mum are always welcome to pop in for coffee and cake anytime it would be lovely to see you.

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Review from Keith B (Son of Resident) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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He is coming up to a year in care. Both me and my partner are very happy with his care so thank you.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

We appreciate your feedback and are glad you are happy with the care your loved one is receiving, he is a pleasure to care for. We will pass your positive feedback on to our team.

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Review from H C (Sister of Resident) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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It was such a relief when my relatives became temporary residents at Acovet Court. They were treated with great respect by all professionals involved with their stay.
Although they had difficulties settling this was not through want of trying and patience from the staff.

They were all most kind. Phone calls were welcomed and reassuring. The range of activities available was amazing. Avocet certainly improved the quality of my relatives' lives.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for the lovely review, your relatives have been a pleasure to care for. Feel free to come and visit us anytime, you and your family are always welcome

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Review from Susan L (Wife of Resident) published on 8 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband was previously in another care home and became increasingly distressed at being kept in his room each and every day. Since moving to Avocet Court he has become much calmer and enjoys mixing with other residents in the day room. In his previous home, he didn't eat, but by the second day at Avocet, he was eating half of all his meals and is much happier now.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review. Our team are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised and will share the lovely comments with all the team.

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Review from L E (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been taken care of with professional and kindness and alwats treated with respect and dignity. She has been made to feel welcome and comfortable and says that nothing is too much trouble for the staff. We, as a family, have been impressed with the care and attention Mum has received. Our peace of mind that she has been in a safe and secure environment means more than we can express. Thank you to everyone who helped Mum feel at home and us welcome at all times.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review, we really appreciate your positive feedback and glad that Mum has settled in. We will pass your thanks on to our team.

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Review from Michael S (Son of Resident) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot fault the care my mother received at Avocet Court. The staff were caring and supportive, up until her death in late January 2024.

Thank you so much.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review, it was a pleasure to care for your mother. We will pass the positive comments on to the team.

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Review from Doreen S (Respite Resident) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am in here temporarily but if I needed a permanent care home I would not improve on Avocet Court Care Home. The manager is perfection, the staff are wonderful, so caring, nothing is too much trouble. The food is excellent, very well cooked and a great selection. The facilities are great and as for Christmas preparations, superb. My family visitors are amazed at what everyone does for us.

Thank you to the manager to everyone else for a lovely stay.

Reply from The Manager, at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for the lovely review, you have been a pleasure to care for. Feel free to come and visit us anytime, you and your family are always welcome.

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Review from C G (Son of Resident) published on 18 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very friendly and professional.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, we will share the lovely comments with all the team.

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Review from A C (Resident / Service User) published on 15 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I really love living here.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, we will share the lovely comments with all the team.

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Review from M K (Resident / Service User) published on 15 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very big place, lovely girls to look after you. Food very good, too much at times. I had a very nice room and staff looked after me very well.

Reply from The Manager, General Manager at Avocet Court Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do the review, we will share the lovely comments with all the team.

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Review from Rosemary S (Wife of Resident) published on 13 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband recently stayed at Avocet Court, Harlech House. All of the carers who looked after him went over and above. I cannot praise the staff highly enough. The care, kindness and support were outstanding.

Reply from The Manager, at Avocet Court Care Home

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 15 June 2022
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 23 Mar 2026

    Our day was full of fun and laughter as we went on a scavenger hunt to find the mischievous leprechaun and his pot of gold . We even held our...

  • 24 Feb 2026

    There was lots of mashing, mixing, and of course taste-testing as we made chocolate and banana bread together. The smell of fresh baking filled the home and sparked some wonderful...

  • 22 Feb 2026

    Love was definitely on the menu at Avocet Court! We hosted a beautiful Valentine’s Couples Lunch and Afternoon Tea Party - celebrating love, friendship, and special memories shared over the...

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Meet the Team (10)

Ruth Garnham
Ruth GarnhamJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 1994

Hello, my name is Ruth, and I am the Home Manager at Avocet Court, having joined the home in 1994.

I absolutely adore my job because every day is different, and I truly enjoy spending time with our residents, as well as their families and friends when they visit our home. As an experienced Home Manager, I fully understand how challenging the transition into new surroundings can be. My highly qualified team and I are committed to fully supporting you and your family throughout this journey and always.

I am passionate about ensuring our residents are safe and enabled to lead fully enriched lives while consistently receiving outstanding care. This is a responsibility I take very seriously, and as a team, it is imperative that this standard is delivered every single day.

Our team here at Avocet Court is dedicated to ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion, enabling them to enjoy life while we create happy and meaningful memories together.

My door is always open, I am here to support you in any way I can, and I look forward to welcoming you to Avocet Court very soon!

Nina Morris
Nina MorrisJob Title:Clinical Deputy ManagerJoined: 2009

Hello, my name is Nina, and I am the Clinical Deputy Manager here at Avocet Court.

From an early age, I spent many days in care homes with my mother, who was a Home Manager. During this time, I knew instinctively that I wanted to train as a nurse and care for people.

I obtained my BSc in General Nursing in 2009 from the University of Ulster, Northern Ireland and joined the team at Avocet Court as a Clinical Lead Nurse, progressing to Clinical Deputy Manager within five years.

I am extremely proud to help lead such a wonderful team and to ensure that our residents receive outstanding care every single day. I am deeply motivated by supporting others and am committed to providing the highest standards of residential, dementia, and nursing care to everyone who calls Avocet Court their home.

Monika Rohtla
Monika RohtlaJob Title:Administration ManagerJoined: 2022

Hello, my name is Monika, and I am the Administration Manager here at Avocet Court.

I am here to assist and provide answers to any contractual questions, in addition to accounting and financial services at home.

I truly care about what our residents and colleagues think, feel and experience whilst in my company and when they stay at or visit our home. Great customer service and colleague support are something I believe in and always strive to achieve.

Everyone has a story to tell, and nothing gives me more pleasure than ensuring that our residents, their families, community friends and staff are all fully supported and welcomed at Avocet Court.

If there is anything that I can do to help, please do not hesitate to ask or call, and I look forward to meeting you soon!

Michael Hands
Michael HandsJob Title:Maintenance OperativeJoined: 2024

Hello, my name is Michael, and I am a Maintenance Operative here at Avocet Court.

Helping to make our home inviting, comfortable and safe for our residents, relatives, guests and colleagues is absolutely paramount to me.

I am exceptionally proud to work for Athena and am committed to maintaining the highest standards in everything that we do for those who have chosen to make Avocet Court their home.

If there is anything that I can do to help when you visit, please do not hesitate to ask, and I will do my very best to assist you!

Gina Fox
Gina FoxJob Title:Head HousekeeperJoined: 2020

Hello, my name is Gina, and I am the Head Housekeeper here at Avocet Court.

Through years of experience, I am committed and passionate about maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents here at the home.

Nothing drives me more than making a real difference every day to the lives of those we support here at Avocet Court.

Kelvin Freeland
Kelvin FreelandJob Title:Head ChefJoined: 2020

Hello, my name is Kelvin, and I am the Head Chef here at Avocet Court.

Seeing our residents enjoy the dishes that the team and I create makes me very happy. It is a pleasure to get to know them, and their families, and learn all about their favourite dishes and flavours too!

Our Hospitality Team at Avocet Court is committed to providing seasonal home-cooked dishes offering choice, nutrition and quality - including exciting menus to specific individual dietary needs and all appetites.

It is vital that we always get feedback, continuously deliver the highest quality of food and meet the nutritional requirements of every single resident who chooses to make Avocet Court their home!

Simone/Leah Carter/Rogers
Simone/Leah Carter/RogersJob Title:Lifestyles TeamJoined: 2020

Hello, we are Simone and Leah, and we are proud to be the Lifestyles Team here at Avocet Court.

We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences that bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents every day.

By getting to know each person as an individual, we can plan activities and events that reflect their interests, hobbies, and life experiences.

From arts and crafts and community outings to themed events, we love finding new ways to keep residents engaged, active, and connected with others.

The best part of our job is seeing residents smile, build friendships, and continue enjoying the things they love.

At Avocet Court, we're committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming community where everyone gets to spend their days just the way they like it.

Kayleigh Murray
Kayleigh MurrayJob Title:Community Lead - Harlech Memory Care CommunityJoined: 2019

Hello, my name is Kayleigh, and I am the Community Lead of our Harlech Memory Care Community here at Avocet Court.

Dementia Care has always been very close to my heart, and I am passionate that our residents are supported to live well with their memory care needs at all times.

Enabling our residents to settle comfortably into their new home is my number one priority, and making every day they spend with us is the best it possibly can be!

Francis Nyahe
Francis NyaheJob Title:Community Lead - Cilgerran CommunityJoined: 2022

Hello, my name is Francis, and I am the Community Lead of our Cilgerran Community at Avocet Court.

Avocet Court is unlike any other place that I have worked, and the standards of care and training are absolutely exceptional.

I thoroughly enjoy working alongside the team here at the home to provide the best care for our residents every single day!

Nicholas Mensah
Nicholas MensahJob Title:Community Lead - Powys CommunityJoined: 2024

Hello, my name is Nicholas, and I am the Community Lead for the Powys Community here at Avocet Court.

I am passionate about delivering high standards of care and ensuring that every resident feels safe, respected and receives outstanding care at all times.

Working closely with residents, families, and colleagues, we strive to create a warm and supportive environment where people can enjoy the best possible quality of life.

I take great pride in leading by example, supporting my team to provide compassionate, person-centred care, and maintaining the high standards that make Avocet Court such a special place to live and work every single day!

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