Updated 23 September 2024
Date of assessment 1 to 23 October 2024. This assessment was completed following concerns about identifying and escalating deterioration, response to safeguarding events, nutrition and hydration, dignity and respect and staff training. We assessed a limited number [13] of quality statements and found areas of outstanding practice. The scores for these areas have been combined with scores based on the key question ratings from the last inspection. Our overall rating remains good. We found people received an exceptional standard of care. People spoke of the kindness of staff and described their care as excellent. One relative wrote, “My family and I are just delighted to see Mum so happy, comfortable and so well cared for at Carpathia. [There is] such a lovely welcome from every member of staff when you come.” Staff involved people and encouraged them in their independence and interests. There was a wide-ranging programme of events and activities, including special events tailored to individual wishes and interests. Relatives and staff spoke enthusiastically about the ‘Namaste care’ programme introduced to support people living with dementia, saying it had improved people’s wellbeing, reduced restlessness and increased engagement. Risks in people’s care had been assessed and were regularly reviewed. Staff were quick to identify any changes or deterioration in a person’s health or wellbeing and to seek support. There were clear systems to underpin a proactive culture of safety and feedback was encouraged. Where areas for improvement had been identified, these had been introduced and closely monitored to ensure they were embedded into practice. There was a strong and visible management team who led by example and promoted learning. Staff were supported to perform their duties to a high standard and encouraged to further their professional development. There were effective systems of oversight and governance which delivered positive results.