Inspection on 15/02/06 for Grove Cottage

This inspection was carried out on 15th February 2006.

CSCI has not published a star rating for this report, though using similar criteria we estimate that the report is Good. 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 made no statutory requirements on the home as a result of this inspection and there were no outstanding actions from the previous inspection report.

Other inspections for this house

Grove Cottage 27/10/08

Grove Cottage 01/11/06

Grove Cottage 27/09/05

Grove Cottage 08/02/05

Grove Cottage 20/09/04

Grove Cottage 16/03/04

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Extracts from inspection reports are licensed from CQC, this page was updated on 08/07/2008.

CARE HOME ADULTS 18-65 Grove Cottage 80 Bessingby Road Bridlington East Yorkshire YO16 4SH Lead Inspector Sarah Sadler Unannounced Inspection 15th February 2006 3.30 Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 1 The Commission for Social Care Inspection aims to: • • • • Put the people who use social care first Improve services and stamp out bad practice Be an expert voice on social care Practise what we preach in our own organisation Reader Information Document Purpose Author Audience Further copies from Copyright Inspection Report CSCI General Public 0870 240 7535 (telephone order line) This report is copyright Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) and may only be used in its entirety. Extracts may not be used or reproduced without the express permission of CSCI www.csci.org.uk Internet address Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 2 This is a report of an inspection to assess whether services are meeting the needs of people who use them. The legal basis for conducting inspections is the Care Standards Act 2000 and the relevant National Minimum Standards for this establishment are those for Care Homes for Adults 18-65. They can be found at www.dh.gov.uk or obtained from The Stationery Office (TSO) PO Box 29, St Crispins, Duke Street, Norwich, NR3 1GN. Tel: 0870 600 5522. Online ordering: www.tso.co.uk/bookshop This report is a public document. Extracts may not be used or reproduced without the prior permission of the Commission for Social Care Inspection. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 3 SERVICE INFORMATION Name of service Grove Cottage Address 80 Bessingby Road Bridlington East Yorkshire YO16 4SH 01262 670487 Telephone number Fax number Email address Provider Web address Name of registered provider(s)/company (if applicable) Name of registered manager (if applicable) Type of registration No. of places registered (if applicable) East Yorkshire Housing Association Limited Christine Margaret Lessentin Care Home 3 Category(ies) of Learning disability (3) registration, with number of places Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 4 SERVICE INFORMATION Conditions of registration: Date of last inspection 27th September 2005 Brief Description of the Service: Grove Cottage (80 Bessingby Road) offers long term care to a maximum of three people of either gender with a learning disability. East Yorkshire Housing Association Limited owns the home. Grove Cottage is situated in Bridlington and it is within twenty minutes walking distance of the town centre. There are a variety of local community facilities close at hand and the service users go out on a regular basis. The home has a small attractive paved area outside and visitors can park their cars at the rear of the home at the organisations headquarters. The home is close to a bus route. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 5 SUMMARY This is an overview of what the inspector found during the inspection. The inspection was undertaken by one inspector Sarah Sadler. The inspection was part of the annual inspection programme from April 1st 2005 to March 31st 2006. At the previous inspection all of the key standards were assessed, therefore this inspection concentrated on speaking with the service users and any requirements or recommendations of the last report. The staff member sat with and supported service users with their communication needs, enabling them to be as fully involved as possible with the inspection process. What the service does well: What has improved since the last inspection? What they could do better: Please contact the provider for advice of actions taken in response to this inspection. The report of this inspection is available from enquiries@csci.gsi.gov.uk or by contacting your local CSCI office. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 6 DETAILS OF INSPECTOR FINDINGS CONTENTS Choice of Home (Standards 1–5) Individual Needs and Choices (Standards 6-10) Lifestyle (Standards 11-17) Personal and Healthcare Support (Standards 18-21) Concerns, Complaints and Protection (Standards 22-23) Environment (Standards 24-30) Staffing (Standards 31-36) Conduct and Management of the Home (Standards 37 – 43) Scoring of Outcomes Statutory Requirements Identified During the Inspection Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 7 Choice of Home The intended outcomes for Standards 1 – 5 are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Prospective service users have the information they need to make an informed choice about where to live. Prospective users’ individual aspirations and needs are assessed. Prospective service users know that the home that they will choose will meet their needs and aspirations. Prospective service users have an opportunity to visit and to “test drive” the home. Each service user has an individual written contract or statement of terms and conditions with the home. The Commission consider Standard 2 the key standard to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 8 Individual Needs and Choices The intended outcomes for Standards 6 – 10 are: 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Service users know their assessed and changing needs and personal goals are reflected in their individual Plan. Service users make decisions about their lives with assistance as needed. Service users are consulted on, and participate in, all aspects of life in the home. Service users are supported to take risks as part of an independent lifestyle. Service users know that information about them is handled appropriately, and that their confidences are kept. The Commission considers Standards 6, 7 and 9 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: A service user discussed their care plan and confirmed that staff support them in the meeting of their needs. For example, that staff sometimes assist with the taking of a shower and with the washing of the service users hair. There is a well maintained bathroom area. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 9 Lifestyle The intended outcomes for Standards 11 - 17 are: 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Service users have opportunities for personal development. Service users are able to take part in age, peer and culturally appropriate activities. Service users are part of the local community. Service users engage in appropriate leisure activities. Service users have appropriate personal, family and sexual relationships. Service users’ rights are respected and responsibilities recognised in their daily lives. Service users are offered a healthy diet and enjoy their meals and mealtimes. The Commission considers Standards 12, 13, 15, 16 and 17 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: One of the service users interviewed confirmed that they attend a local day service. They also confirmed that they complete work on numeracy and literacy. Another service user confirmed that they attend the day centre and also undertake cooking sessions. The service user had several photos of their family and confirmed that although their family do not live locally they are supported by the staff team to maintain these relationships, and that their family enjoy coming to the home. The staff member confirmed that another service user is being supported by the staff team to attend a family wedding later in the year. One service user confirmed that they go shopping in their local community and that they water the plants in the garden. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 10 The service user confirmed that they were happy with the food in the home “ its nice” and that they access local facilities also as they enjoy going out for a meal of “ steak and kidney pie”. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 11 Personal and Healthcare Support The intended outcomes for Standards 18 - 21 are: 18. 19. 20. 21. Service users receive personal support in the way they prefer and require. Service users’ physical and emotional health needs are met. Service users retain, administer and control their own medication where appropriate, and are protected by the home’s policies and procedures for dealing with medicines. The ageing, illness and death of a service user are handled with respect and as the individual would wish. The Commission considers Standards 18, 19, and 20 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: One service user interviewed discussed their care plan. They confirmed that they had a plan of care and that this was reviewed. They went on to confirm that “ I have been for a test” (to the doctors) and that they had had their blood pressure checked. If they require it staff will support them with their health needs and support them with the taking of their tablets. The service user discussed a recent incident when they injured themselves and need to attend a local hospital; they described the support given by the staff team in the meeting of these needs. The service users’ file included details of other professionals involved in the meeting of their health needs from the Community Team Learning Disabilities (CTLD). Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 12 Concerns, Complaints and Protection The intended outcomes for Standards 22 – 23 are: 22. 23. Service users feel their views are listened to and acted on. Service users are protected from abuse, neglect and self-harm. The Commission considers Standards 22, and 23 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 13 Environment The intended outcomes for Standards 24 – 30 are: 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Service users live in a homely, comfortable and safe environment. Service users’ bedrooms suit their needs and lifestyles. Service users’ bedrooms promote their independence. Service users’ toilets and bathrooms provide sufficient privacy and meet their individual needs. Shared spaces complement and supplement service users’ individual rooms. Service users have the specialist equipment they require to maximise their independence. The home is clean and hygienic. The Commission considers Standards 24, and 30 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this time. EVIDENCE: The home was warm and comfortable. Service users have individual personalised rooms, with communal areas being well furnished and comfortable. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 14 Staffing The intended outcomes for Standards 31 – 36 are: 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. Service users benefit from clarity of staff roles and responsibilities. Service users are supported by competent and qualified staff. Service users are supported by an effective staff team. Service users are supported and protected by the home’s recruitment policy and practices. Service users’ individual and joint needs are met by appropriately trained staff. Service users benefit from well supported and supervised staff. The Commission considers Standards 32, 34 and 35 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: One service user confirmed that “yes” there are plenty of staff. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 15 Conduct and Management of the Home The intended outcomes for Standards 37 – 43 are: 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. Service users benefit from a well run home. Service users benefit from the ethos, leadership and management approach of the home. Service users are confident their views underpin all self-monitoring, review and development by the home. Service users’ rights and best interests are safeguarded by the home’s policies and procedures. Service users’ rights and best interests are safeguarded by the home’s record keeping policies and procedures. The health, safety and welfare of service users are promoted and protected. Service users benefit from competent and accountable management of the service. The Commission considers Standards 37, 39, and 42 the key standards to be inspected at least once during a 12 month period. JUDGEMENT – we looked at outcomes for the following standard(s): None of these standards were assessed at this inspection. EVIDENCE: The manager has recently been appointed and is to apply to the commission in the near future to become the registered manager for the home. Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 16 SCORING OF OUTCOMES This page summarises the assessment of the extent to which the National Minimum Standards for Care Homes for Adults 18-65 have been met and uses the following scale. The scale ranges from: 4 Standard Exceeded 2 Standard Almost Met (Commendable) (Minor Shortfalls) 3 Standard Met 1 Standard Not Met (No Shortfalls) (Major Shortfalls) “X” in the standard met box denotes standard not assessed on this occasion “N/A” in the standard met box denotes standard not applicable CHOICE OF HOME Standard No Score 1 X 2 X 3 X 4 X 5 X INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND CHOICES Standard No 6 7 8 9 10 Score CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS Standard No Score 22 X 23 X ENVIRONMENT Standard No Score 24 X 25 X 26 X 27 X 28 X 29 X 30 X STAFFING Standard No Score 31 X 32 X 33 X 34 X 35 X 36 X CONDUCT AND MANAGEMENT OF THE HOME Standard No 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Score X X X X X LIFESTYLES Standard No Score 11 X 12 X 13 X 14 X 15 X 16 X 17 X PERSONAL AND HEALTHCARE SUPPORT Standard No 18 19 20 21 Score X X X X X X X X X X X Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 17 No Are there any outstanding requirements from the last inspection? STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS This section sets out the actions, which must be taken so that the registered person/s meets the Care Standards Act 2000, Care Homes Regulations 2001 and the National Minimum Standards. The Registered Provider(s) must comply with the given timescales. No. Standard Regulation Requirement Timescale for action RECOMMENDATIONS These recommendations relate to National Minimum Standards and are seen as good practice for the Registered Provider/s to consider carrying out. No. Refer to Standard Good Practice Recommendations Grove Cottage DS0000019822.V285119.R01.S.doc Version 5.1 Page 18 Commission for Social Care Inspection Hessle Area Office First Floor, Unit 3 Hesslewood Country Office Park Ferriby Road Hessle HU13 0QF National Enquiry Line: 0845 015 0120 Email: enquiries@csci.gsi.gov.uk Web: www.csci.org.uk © This report is copyright Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) and may only be used in its entirety. 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