Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Stable long-serving staff and a family-like culture, although training lacks funded qualifications and career pathways."
Staff received safeguarding training... Medicines were managed safely... Individual risk assessments were carried out for each person.
Staff told us they felt comfortable to raise any issues or suggestions they had at any time... I love the family feeling at Holly Bank, all the staff are friendly.
Many staff had worked at the home for a long time... There were enough staff to meet people's needs.
Staff were well supported in their role with appropriate training and supervision. Most staff had undergone additional training... for example, staff had developed their understanding of the needs of people living with dementia.
The registered manager demonstrated transparency and presence in the running of the service and was well respected by people, relatives and staff alike.
An activity co-ordinator was employed... The service had developed a relationship with the local school. This helped to develop inter-generational bonds.
Training includes some specialist like dementia but no funded qualifications or career pathways mentioned.
Most staff had undergone additional training to help meet the specific needs of people. For example, staff had developed their understanding of the needs of people living with dementia.
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Last inspected: February 2020
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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