Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Hands-on management and a happy, long-serving staff team stand out, but basic activities and adequate staffing hold it back."
Risks to people were regularly reviewed and changes were made when necessary... Systems and processes were effective at safeguarding people from the risk of abuse... Medicines were safely managed by trained staff.
Staff said, 'It's so nice here. We all love working here and enjoy being with people.' ... 'People are well cared for here. It's a good place, I've been here many years.'
There were enough suitably trained and qualified staff to meet people's needs in a timely way. We observed sufficient staffing levels throughout the home with lots of engagement with people happening.
Staff training records and the provider's training matrix demonstrated a good mix of staff skills and abilities. The registered manager had devised 'crib' cards for staff pockets about various topics for easy reference.
The provider was very 'hands on' being available and on-site most days. The registered manager often worked 'on the floor' with staff so they could understand any issues.
People told us how they enjoyed the 'Men's Club', table tennis and pool table.
The role is mostly routine personal care with basic activities like Men's Club, table tennis, and pool table, no full coordinator or specialist programmes for variety.
People told us how they enjoyed the 'Men's Club', table tennis and pool table.
Staffing is sufficient to get the job done but nothing special, no details on stable teams or minimal agency for always easy workloads.
There were enough suitably trained and qualified staff... We observed sufficient staffing levels
AI Generated
Last inspected: April 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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