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Inspection on 09/10/06 for Brook Lodge
Also see our care home review for Brook Lodge for more information
This inspection was carried out on 9th October 2006.
CSCI has not published a star rating for this report, though using similar criteria we estimate that the report is Adequate. The way we rate inspection reports is consistent for all houses, though please be aware that this may be different from an official CSCI judgement.
The inspector found there to be outstanding requirements from the previous inspection report. These are things the inspector asked to be changed, but found they had not done. The inspector also made 12 statutory requirements (actions the home must comply with) as a result of this inspection.
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What the care home does well
Each person has a care plan which is regularly reviewed and which involves them identifying their needs and wishes. One person said they wish to go bell ringing and staff are trying to set this up. Another person likes horses and staff have supported them to go horse riding and they are planning to go to the races. People spoken to say that they enjoy their meals. One person said they love cheese and potato pie and that the cook makes sure this is on the menu regularly. The diverse needs of people living at the home are respected which includes respecting the culinary choices of people. Each person has an en suite bedroom and access to comfortable and homely accommodation that is well maintained.
What has improved since the last inspection?
Each person has a copy of a statement of terms and conditions and access to a revised Statement of Purpose.The Commission is being informed of any incidents affecting the well being of people living at the home such as the use of physical intervention or medication errors. People living at the home have access to a bank account and to a savings account if they wish to have one. There has been an improvement in the administration and control of medication, further improvements will ensure a robust system is in place.
What the care home could do better:
The admission of new people into the home needs to include a full comprehensive assessment and care plan from their placing authority and agreement about the support they will receive from the Community Learning Disability Team. Improvements in the administration of medication will ensure that a satisfactory system is in place. There are serious concerns that at times the staffing levels are not appropriate to meet the needs of people living at the home, affecting their access to community activities. Mental health training will provide staff with the knowledge and information they require to meet the needs of people living at the home. An improvement in the monitoring and recording for some health and safety processes will ensure a safe environment is maintained.