21 November 2011
During a routine inspection
People had access to healthcare professionals when needed, and they received their medication at the prescribed times. They had a variety of activities available to them, both within and outside of the home. Their privacy and dignity was respected and they were protected by appropriate quality assurance procedures, and a high standard of record keeping.
Inevitably some people felt unsettled by the imminent closure of the home (by March 2012) however it appeared that proactive and appropriate support was in place to enable people to make decisions about their future living arrangements.
Some improvements are needed with regard to recording property held for safekeeping at the home, and staff training needs, in the interests of people living at the home.