Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Staff feel supported by strong management and enjoy a positive team culture, but medicines safety issues and limited activities hold it back."
Medicines were not always safely managed. Where people were supported with PRN (as required) medicines the records of administration were not always completed in line with best practice guidelines.
Staff were positive about working at Welford Court. Feedback from staff about the service and management was positive. One staff member told us, 'I do enjoy working here, it feels homely.' Another staff member said, 'It's nice here, feels like a family as everyone looks out for each other.'
There were enough staff on duty to meet people's needs. Care staff had additional domestic tasks they were expected to complete such as cleaning and laundry. One staff member told us, 'Some days are busier than others, but we always put the residents first.'
Staff received training that was appropriate to meet the needs of people living at the service. The service's training records showed staff had received training in a variety of subjects such as, safeguarding, infection control, moving and handling and medicines. Staff told us they felt the training they had received was suitable and adequate for them to support people safely and effectively.
Feedback about the service, staff and management was very positive. The management team had oversight of the service and demonstrated commitment to the continued development of the service. Staff were supported within their roles and the registered manager supported staff with their development.
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: A part time coordinator delivered activities two days per week and people came in to do activities such as exercises on some other days. We received mixed feedback about how much there was for people to do on a daily basis, some people felt there was not enough.
Records for as-needed medications are sometimes incomplete, so doctors might not be able to review how well they work.
Where people were supported with PRN (as required) medicines the records of administration were not always completed in line with best practice guidelines.
Only a part-time activities coordinator two days a week, so not much variety and some residents feel bored.
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: A part time coordinator delivered activities two days per week... We received mixed feedback about how much there was for people to do on a daily basis, some people felt there was not enough.
Staff have to do cleaning and laundry on top of care duties, making some days busier than others.
Care staff had additional domestic tasks they were expected to complete such as cleaning and laundry. One staff member told us, 'Some days are busier than others, but we always put the residents first.'
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Last inspected: April 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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