Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Approachability of the manager, stable staffing without agency and happy staff, but accident records are incomplete with unclear medical advice sought."
Accident audits were completed, however records showed that accidents and incidents were not always robustly recorded in line with the provider's procedures... Staff supported people following accidents to ensure they were safe, however it was not always clearly recorded if medical advice was sought appropriately.
Staff told us they enjoyed their jobs. Comments included, "We all love our jobs, we are like a big dysfunctional family, like The Walton's" and "You can raise suggestions with [registered manager] and she considers them. I have no concerns; I am happy in my job."
People told us there were enough staff available to meet people's needs. Staff agreed and told us, "There are enough staff, we cover each other so don't need to use agency. We work well together as a team."
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: Records showed that staff completed training considered mandatory by the provider. Training was also provided based on people's individual care needs. For instance, staff had undertaken epilepsy and diabetes training
Staff told us that they would always raise any concerns they had with the registered manager. Their comments included, "I have a good relationship with [registered manager] and go to her at any time" and "[Registered manager] is approachable and I can go to her anytime, she really does have an open door policy."
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: A range of activities was available based on people's interests and hobbies. A minibus was also available that enabled people to go out on trips as a group.
Accident and incident records are not always fully completed, and it's unclear if medical help was always sought when needed.
records showed that accidents and incidents were not always robustly recorded in line with the provider's procedures and so were not all included within the audits... it was not always clearly recorded if medical advice was sought appropriately.
Only basic activities like trips and hobbies with no dedicated coordinator, so the role is mostly routine personal care.
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: A range of activities was available based on people's interests and hobbies. A minibus was also available that enabled people to go out on trips as a group.
Only standard mandatory training plus some specialist courses based on resident needs, no funded qualifications or career development.
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: Records showed that staff completed training considered mandatory by the provider. Training was also provided based on people's individual care needs. For instance, staff had undertaken epilepsy and diabetes training
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Last inspected: October 2021
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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