Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Staff feel supported by approachable managers and safety is strong, but staffing gaps rely on agency workers and activities lack a dedicated coordinator."
Safeguarding procedures were in place and were followed by the registered manager... Staff reported accidents and incidents which the registered manager reviewed... Regular audits of accidents and incidents were carried out.
Staff felt well supported, valued and reported improved communication, training, teamwork and morale. Staff comments included, 'The management are very nice…are very accommodating' and 'I feel absolutely supported, they are brilliant.'
There were enough staff to meet people's needs, with ongoing efforts to recruit staff. Any gaps in the rota were covered by existing staff working extra shifts, or agency staff.
Records showed all staff were up to date with their online training. Staff also received additional training relevant to people's individual care needs. For example, training in managing choking risks and the use of emergency medicine, for people with epilepsy.
Staff said the registered manager and their deputy were approachable and were visible around the home, they worked with people alongside staff. Staff felt well supported, valued and reported improved communication, training, teamwork and morale.
People were part of their local community and enjoyed going to the local shop, walking and visiting local coffee shops and restaurants. Several people enjoyed gardening... People had opportunities to socialise... going sailing recently, others were looking forward to resuming horse riding.
Staffing is enough but gaps are filled by agency workers or staff doing extra shifts.
Any gaps in the rota were covered by existing staff working extra shifts, or agency staff.
Varied outings like shops, gardening and sailing but no dedicated activities coordinator or specialist programmes.
People were part of their local community and enjoyed going to the local shop, walking... Several people enjoyed gardening... going sailing recently, others were looking forward to resuming horse riding.
AI Generated
Last inspected: July 2021
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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