Archived: The Hall Residential Home

Updated 25 March 2021

We carried out this inspection under Section 60 of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 as part of our regulatory functions. This inspection was planned to check whether the provider is meeting the legal requirements and regulations associated with the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

As part of CQC’s response to the coronavirus pandemic we are looking at the preparedness of care homes in relation to infection prevention and control. This was a targeted inspection looking at the infection control and prevention measures the provider has in place.

This inspection took place on 9 March 2021 and was announced.

Updated 25 March 2021

About the service

The Hall is a residential care home providing personal care to 47 people aged 65 and over who may be living with dementia in one adapted building. At the time of this inspection 39 people were living at the service.

People’s experience of using this service and what we found

People told us they were happy and felt staff had a good understanding of their care and support needs. Support was delivered in safe way by a consistent team of staff who had the skills, knowledge and relevant training to support people. Management encouraged staff to continuously develop their skills.

Medicine support was delivered in a safe way. Safeguarding concerns had been referred to the local authority when required. Risks to people were considered and any accidents and incidents were monitored and recorded.

People were treated with dignity and respect and their independence was promoted. Staff understood the importance of social interaction and this was encouraged. People had opportunities to take part in stimulating and enjoyable activities. Consideration was given to people’s specific interests and how participation within the local community could be encouraged.

Staff spent time getting to know people and their life histories. They understood the importance of this which stimulated meaningful conversations and activities. Care plans contained some person-centred, information. However, plans were in place for more information to be added to make sure they were completely person-centred.

Staff communicated with relevant professionals to ensure people received the healthcare support they required. People were provided with a variety of meals which they told us they enjoyed.

People were supported to have maximum choice and control of their lives and staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible; the policies and systems in the service supported this practice. People were involved in decisions and their choices were respected. Information was presented in a way people could understand. Deprivation of liberty renewals had not always been submitted in a timely manner. This was addressed during the inspection.

People and staff spoke positively of the management team. The service was well-run by a registered manager who was passionate about ensuring people received the support they required and engaged with the community. Regular feedback on the service provided was requested from people and relatives.

Electronic systems meant the provider could regularly monitor the service provided. However some records could be developed further to drive improvements.

For more details, please see the full report which is on the CQC website at www.cqc.org.uk

Rating at last inspection and update

The last rating for this service was good (report published 26 April 2017)

Why we inspected

This was a planned inspection based on the previous rating.

Follow up

We will continue to monitor information we receive about the service until we return to visit as per our re-inspection programme. If we receive any concerning information we may inspect sooner.