Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Staff feel supported with a listening manager and good training, but staffing lacks stable teams and one as-needed medicine protocol needs detail."
Medicines were managed safely; regular checks of the stock levels were carried out by staff. We found 1 PRN ‘as required’ medicine protocol lacked information on when the medicine should be offered or administered.
Staff felt supported in their roles. One staff member told us, “We have a supportive team and manager.” Leaders demonstrated a positive, listening culture that promoted trust and understanding.
The service had adequate staffing levels and contingency measures in place for if staff had an unplanned absence to ensure the service remained safely staffed.
Staff told us their training was continually refreshed and regular observations of their practice took place. One staff member told us, “The training is very good, we have lots of updates monthly and annually.”
Staff felt listened to and told us the manager had an ‘open door policy’ which meant they could speak to a manager when needed.
We observed the activities in the service to be inclusive and people and their relatives gave us positive feedback on the opportunities on offer. One relative told us, “There are lots of activities, [person] really enjoys these.”
Staffing is adequate with backup plans for when people call in sick, but nothing about stable teams or super low agency use.
The service had adequate staffing levels and of the contingency measures in place for if staff had an unplanned absence to ensure the service remained safely staffed.
Activities programme has variety like group trips that residents like, but no dedicated coordinator or special therapy training for staff.
We observed the activities in the service to be inclusive... “There are lots of activities, [person] really enjoys these.” The service had worked with an adapted cycling group.
One as-needed medication guide lacked details on when to give it, even though they are updating it.
We found 1 PRN ‘as required’ medicine protocol lacked information on when the medicine should be offered or administered. The protocol did not provide clear detail on the actions staff should take before using the ‘PRN’ as a last resort.
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Last inspected: January 2025
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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