Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Supportive managers and stable staffing create an open culture, but unsafe mobility practices and basic activities need improvement."
On the day of our inspection, we observed the care staff team used techniques which were considered unsafe when supporting people with their mobility needs. We saw there were no records to show the risks associated with these mobilising techniques had been assessed.
Staff praised the support they received from the registered manager. They told us there was an open culture where they had easy access to the managers for guidance and support when required. A care staff told us they enjoyed their job and described working at Wisteria House as 'Like visiting your grandparents house.'
The home did not use temporary staff. The registered manager or deputy manager provided care support to cover any staff absences. Staff told us the staffing arrangements at the service were sufficient to allow them meet people's needs in a personalised and unrushed manner.
Staff were equipped with the skills and information they needed to fulfil their role. They had access to required training. Training records showed staff had received relevant training or there were plans in place for them to complete required training.
Staff praised the support they received from the registered manager. They told us there was an open culture where they had easy access to the managers for guidance and support when required.
There were a variety of opportunities for people to engage in activities that mattered to them. This included activities within the home and in the local community. We saw people were engaged in making crafts for the upcoming events at the home.
Staff used unsafe ways to help people move around, and the risks weren't checked or recorded.
we observed the care staff team used techniques which were considered unsafe when supporting people with their mobility needs. We saw there were no records to show the risks associated with these mobilising techniques had been assessed
Only basic activities like crafts, events, and community outings, no dedicated activities coordinator or special programmes.
There were a variety of opportunities for people to engage in activities that mattered to them. This included activities within the home and in the local community. We saw people were engaged in making crafts for the upcoming events at the home.
Only standard training with no specialist courses or funded qualifications mentioned.
Staff were equipped with the skills and information they needed to fulfil their role. They had access to required training. Training records showed staff had received relevant training or there were plans in place for them to complete required training.
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Last inspected: June 2019
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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