Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Strong leadership, family-like culture and stable long-serving staff, although unplanned absences rely on bank staff or extra shifts."
People living at the service were protected from the risk of harm because the provider had processes in place to ensure their safety. Staff all knew and understood their responsibilities in relation to protecting people from abuse... We found the systems to manage medicines were safe.
Most staff described the service as like a family. Staff felt supported and valued. A member of staff said, 'The manager always thanks us for doing a good job.' Another member of staff said, 'I feel valued and supported.'
People were supported by regular staff, many of the staff team had worked at the home for many years... We saw that there were enough staff to support people and meet their needs. Unplanned absences were covered by staff doing additional shifts, or the use of regular bank staff.
The providers training matrix showed that staff were up to date with the training they need. All staff completed training which included training the provider considered mandatory and specific training... for example percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeds and epilepsy.
The registered manager provided strong and stable leadership and clear direction to the staff team. Staff felt supported and valued. The registered manager led by example, and all the staff we spoke with felt the registered manager was a good, approachable, firm but fair manager.
An aroma therapist visited the home regularly... Within the home there was a variety of sensory equipment, including a sensory room... people could take part in a variety of activities they enjoyed, both in house and in the community. For example, bowling, cinema, shopping and visiting a dark room for sensory stimulation.
Staffing is stable with many long-serving staff but uses bank staff or extra shifts to cover unplanned absences.
Unplanned absences were covered by staff doing additional shifts, or the use of regular bank staff.
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Last inspected: December 2018
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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