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Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Wissage Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6SP
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Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare, Lichfield
Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare, Lichfield
Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare, Lichfield

Nestled in a serene residential area near Stowe Pool, Darwin Court offers panoramic penthouse options for those seeking assisted living in Lichfield. With dementia, nursing, respite and residential care available on the first, second and third floors, loved ones have the peace of mind that family members receive the best possible support in a breath-taking environment.

The home is in a quiet residential enclave adjacent to the scientifically significant Stowe Pool....  

Care Provided by Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 112 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • 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 £1,500From £1,600
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,600From £1,700
Nursing CareFrom £1,600From £1,800
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,700From £1,800

Contact Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare 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)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Michelle Bywater(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 64+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2012
  • Last Refurbishment: 2015
  • Number of floors: 4

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (112)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (112)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome anytime, the home have their own cafe with complimentary drinks and snacks

Parking

  • There is a small car park on site

Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare Reviews (151)

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9.6

Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.624) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare has 151 reviews.

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Review from Dorothy S (Wife of Resident) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband is in a safe place with care. It has put my mind at ease knowing this.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and our staff team who go over and above the standards on a daily basis, in order to provide an exemplary level of care, giving you and your family the peace of mind that you deserve. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from Sarah M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found the staff here very kind and very helpful. Also, the staff are friendly and willing to help.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. We are delighted to hear how happy you are with our home, and the exceptional level of care provided by the staff team on a daily basis, giving you and your family the peace of mind you deserve. I will be sure to pass your kind words on to the rest of the staff team. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from R S (Husband of Resident) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home has kept to Government guidelines and kept residents safe when there has been an outbreak of Covid.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and our staff team; I will be sure to pass on your comments. Best wishes.

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Review from N F (Son of Resident) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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We couldn't be happier with the care Dad has received over the last three years. All of the team have been fantastic throughout.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home and for your amazing 5-star rating. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and our staff team, who go over and above the standards to provide person-centred care for all our residents. I will be sure to pass your comments on to the rest of the team. Best wishes.

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Review from Cheryl P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Aware of Covid restrictions but disappointed in the lack of staff on the floor, which can disorientate my mum. Mum has gained a lot of weight but isn't losing it very quickly, which isn't helping her chronic cellulitis in both legs. She's gone from a size 12/14 to 18/20 in a year.

Reply from Steven King, Home Manager at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our service. I can confirm that we have and continue to seek support from residents' GPs and the local Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team, to ensure that we always act in their best interests. We are so pleased to confirm that staff levels at the home have increased steadily over recent months. Regards.

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Review from Clare P (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a family, we have been very grateful for the excellent care provided for my father. The staff have been friendly, supportive and extremely caring in their duties to make Dad comfortable and happy.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your kind words about our home are highly appreciated and I will be sure to pass this on to the rest of our team. It is a true pleasure to care for your father and we enjoy having him as part of our loving, caring community. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found that the care home is very good. However, agency staff have no continuity with residents and tend to just do the bare minimum in relation to buildup up a rapport with residents. I understand that agency staff are an essential resource for this home but their use should be minimised where possible.

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Review from D W (Son of Resident) published on 3 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Have always found the staff compassionate and caring to my mother's needs. We are grateful for this companion. Thank you.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and our staff team, who go over and above the standards daily, in order to provide an excellent level of care. Best wishes.

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Review from P L (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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There is a very friendly atmosphere in the home, starting with the reception staff who are always welcoming and exceptionally helpful. My mother is happy with the care she receives but finds the food to be of poor value for the money she is paying. The dishes are often not to the liking of elderly people and some of the choices on offer do not constitute a healthy diet. A more worrying concern is that, during the course of this year, several articles have gone missing from her room.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for leaving a review of Darwin Court, and for your kind comments about the care provided. You will be aware that your concerns are being addressed by the relevant departments. The menu provided at Darwin Court has been developed by a team of highly skilled/experienced chefs and...  

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Review from Joy P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has settled well and his care is very good. Each time we come to see Dad he is more settled and relaxed. We are very impressed with his care so far and are confident that he is being looked after well.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home and for your amazing 5-star rating. We are delighted to hear that your dad is happy and settled in his new surroundings, giving you and your family the peace of mind you deserve. Best wishes. Rachel

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Review from Gillian B (Sister of Resident) published on 18 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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A well-run home, staff are very friendly and look after the residents with care.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. We are delighted to hear how satisfied you are with our home and the exceptional level of care our staff team provide daily. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from Lilian C (Sister of Resident) published on 18 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Always very pleasant and polite.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and our staff team, who go over and above the standards on a daily basis to provide an excellent level of care. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from D R (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father has suffered considerably and been in large amounts of pain at times in the past. Despite there being a small number of care workers showing empathy and care this is not consistent across all staff members who have been slow to react. We’ve been told that there are staff shortages, consequently, it is patients that suffer.

Reply from Steven King, Home Manager at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our service. I am very sorry to learn of your dissatisfaction with the alleged slow response time of some of our care staff at times when your father has been experiencing discomfort. It is regrettable that we have come to learn of your concerns...  

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Review from J C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 25 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mom's care since she's been on palliative care has been extremely good. The staff are very caring and keep us updated on each visit.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with the care your mom is receiving at this difficult time, giving you and your family the peace of mind you deserve. Best wishes, Rachel

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Review from Sarah M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Good communication. The staff are very helpful.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home and for your amazing 5-star review. Our staff team go above the standards daily to deliver exceptional care whilst creating a warm and welcoming community that our residents live within. I will be sure to pass on your kind words to the rest of the team. Best wishes, Rachel.

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Review from Graham P (Husband of Resident) published on 4 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a family, we are very satisfied that our wife/mother is getting the level of care we would expect. The staff are approachable and very helpful when we raise issues.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. Your kind words about our home are truly invaluable to us, and I will be sure to pass on your positive feedback. Best wishes.

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Review from Ann B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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All of the staff have been amazing during the Covid pandemic. My mother has had the very best care.

Reply from Ryan Farrelly, Marketing Assistant at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for reviewing Darwin Court Care Home. Your kind words about our staff team are truly invaluable to us and we are so pleased to hear how satisfied you are with the exceptional level of care your mother is receiving. Best Wishes, Ryan.

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Review from Susan R (Niece of Resident) published on 16 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Many thanks to everyone at Darwin Court for looking after my aunt, who has advanced dementia, so well. She is treated with kindness and compassion despite the many challenges caused by her dementia. Very best wishes to you all.

Reply from Ryan Farrelly, Marketing Assistant at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. It is a true pleasure to have your aunt stay with us here and we are delighted to hear how satisfied you are with our home. Our dedicated, highly trained staff team go above the standards daily to deliver an exceptional level of care...  

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Review from C R (Wife of Resident) published on 22 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has been well cared for, his mental necessities always checked and the best help/care provided for him. He is always 'clean' when I visit him, showing that his welfare is very good. All staff are very welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble. If there is a problem, carers, nurses or admin staff will rectify it ASAP.

Reply from Rachel Aran, Marketing Administrator at Darwin Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare

Thank you for taking the time to review Darwin Court Care Home. We are delighted to hear how satisfied you are with our home. Our highly trained staff team go over and above the standards on a daily basis in order to provide an excellent level of care to all our residents. We are so pleased that...  

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Review from D G (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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A super home for my mum to stay for respite.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 14 September 2019
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (2)

Kerry-Ann Derry
Kerry-Ann DerryJob Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2019

I joined the Avery Healthcare Family in 2019 having spent my whole working life in the care sector, from a retirement village to care homes.

Before joining Avery, I was an Administrator Assistant for another care provider.

After leaving school I went to college to complete my Level 2 and Level 3 in Health and Social care.

I would consider myself as kind, caring, hard worker and empathetic. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, read and go for walks.

I am very proud to be part of the Darwin court family.

Michelle Bywater
Michelle BywaterJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2025
Michelle has been a registered general Nurse for 24 years and worked in care homes for 22 of these. She has a passion to deliver good quality care for all of those who live at Darwin Court.

As Michelle says 'I believe a care home should be warm, welcoming and fun, not just for the residents but for the staff and visitors alike'.

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