Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Visible caring leadership and happy staff morale shine through, but staffing vacancies and standard training hold it back."
There were robust systems in place to keep people safe. Medicines management had improved since our last inspection, and overall, medicines were managed well. A small number of recent recording issues were addressed straight away.
Morale within the service had visibly improved since the last inspection. Staff appeared happy and content in their roles. One staff member said, 'Love it here. Its massively better with this manager.'
The provider had enough skilled staff on duty to meet people's needs. A recruitment plan was in place to replace a small number of vacancies.
Staff received a suitable induction and appropriate training. The registered manager was aware of any training which staff had not done and monitored this to ensure it was completed.
The registered manager was very visible in the service. She was well liked, caring and had an open-door policy for everyone. One person said, 'She is often out and about talking to people.'
A range of activities were in place and a new activity coordinator had been recently employed to further enhance this, particularly for people living with dementia. A range of activities took place which included those involving the local community.
Staffing is adequate with enough staff to meet needs, but there are a few vacancies they are recruiting to fill.
A recruitment plan was in place to replace a small number of vacancies.
Only standard training and induction offered, with no specialist courses or funded qualifications mentioned.
Staff received a suitable induction and appropriate training.
Activities include a range run by a new coordinator and community links, but no specialist programmes or innovative approaches.
A range of activities were in place and a new activity coordinator had been recently employed to further enhance this.
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Last inspected: February 2020
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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