Working at The Grove -2

Staff were positive about the support they received from the management team. Staff felt involved at the service and told us that ideas they put forward in team meetings and supervisions were listened to by the house manager.

There were enough staff to meet people's needs safely. Staff members had time to complete their job roles and spend quality time interacting and engaging with people. One person said, 'There are enough staff and I know them all. Not many strangers about here.'

Staff received training in areas such as, supporting people living with autism, moving and handling and food hygiene. The house manager completed regular supervisions and observations of staff practice to ensure that this training had been effective.

People were supported to take part in activities which they were interested in. This included music concerts, football matches and walks and drives in the local community... encouraged to take part in activities at the service such as using sensory items, artwork or having some exercise in the garden.