Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Supportive management and caring staff make people feel valued, but medicines safety issues and occasional staffing shortages are concerns."
Medicines were not always safe: Some medication administration records contained gaps and were not completed accurately; medicines not always ordered timely; PRN guidance missing.
All relatives found the staff to be caring and kind. Staff told us the registered manager makes them feel valued and listened to.
On the day of inspection we observed adequate staffing levels. However, relatives provided mixed feedback regarding staffing levels, with some saying 'Sometimes they could do with more staff' and 'There are not enough staff some days.'
Staff received an induction and training which prepared them for their role. Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: Staff received training in a range of areas relevant to people's needs, with regular supervision.
Relatives and staff told us they found the registered manager to be approachable and were confident they would be listened to if they raised concerns. A staff member said, 'The registered manager is exceptionally supportive and approachable... This makes me feel valued.'
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: There was a range of activities including regular entertainment, external trips, art class, singers, and one-to-one sensory activities by the activities co-ordinator.
Medicine records have gaps and errors, and orders aren't always on time, so safety isn't reliable.
Some medication administration records contained gaps and were not completed accurately. Medicines were not always ordered in a timely manner to ensure people had adequate and continual supply.
Relatives say there aren't always enough staff some days, leading to waits for things like toilet help.
Sometimes they could do with more staff. [Family member] sometimes has to wait for the toilet. There are not enough staff some days.
Only standard induction and basic training, no mention of specialist courses or career development.
Staff received an induction and training which prepared them for their role.
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Last inspected: September 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Requires improvement
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