Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Staff enjoy approachable managers and a family-like culture, but agency covers absences and recruitment files miss previous job references."
Peoples medicines were managed, recorded and administered safely... but handwritten changes to medicines records were not always recorded and signed by two members of staff
Staff spoke very positively about the culture... Comments from staff included, 'It's like a family here', 'It's a lovely, nice place to work, the team are very good', 'We all want people to be well cared for, it's a happy place to work'
During our inspection there were sufficient numbers of staff... absences were always covered by agency staff... However, staff files did not contain references from previous employers. We recommend the provider review their recruitment policy
Staff completed a comprehensive induction and had access to a wide range of training... Staff told us they received regular supervision to allow them to discuss their practice
Staff spoke very positively about the culture of the home and the support they received from the registered manager and management team. Comments from staff included, 'We like the managers here, they're very approachable'
There was a programme of activities which included games, exercise groups, music groups and social groups led by people. People were supported to celebrate events, anniversaries and festivals
Enough staff but agency covers absences and recruitment files miss written references from past jobs.
absences were always covered by agency staff that were familiar with the service... staff files did not contain references from previous employers
Some medication record changes are handwritten and not always signed off by two staff members.
handwritten changes to medicines records were not always recorded and signed by two members of staff
Activities programme has games, music and social groups but no dedicated coordinator or specialist approaches.
There was a programme of activities which included games, exercise groups, music groups and social groups
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Last inspected: March 2019
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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