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Inspection on 24/03/09 for Leawood Manor Residential Home
Also see our care home review for Leawood Manor Residential Home for more information
This inspection was carried out on 24th March 2009.
CSCI found this care home to be providing an Good service.
The inspector found no outstanding requirements from the previous inspection report, but made 1 statutory requirements (actions the home must comply with) as a result of this inspection.
Other inspections for this house
Leawood Manor Residential Home 15/02/07
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What the care home does well
Care plans were detailed and had been reviewed monthly. People told us they continue to be cared for in a respectful and dignified manner. Comments about the service and care received included: `The home is lovely and comfortable.` `Life is good in the home and we are well looked after.` `The staff are very good, personally I never have to wait for staff and there are enough staff on duty`. `The routines are relaxed here, and we have plenty to do`. `The food is good and we always have choices, the menu includes variety`. The staff team reported that they work well together and feel supported by the acting manager.
What has improved since the last inspection?
Our last visit highlighted a couple areas for improvement. This visit confirmed that improvements have been made in these area`s. Staff recruitment files now contained all the relevant information as specified in Schedule 2 of the Care Homes Regulations 2001 which included written references, application forms and details of criminal records bureau (CRB) clearance. Since the last inspection there is now information provided regarding access to written records for people using the service and their representatives.
What the care home could do better:
Following this inspection visit one requirement was made. The registered person must ensure that the Commission is notified of any notifiable event`s at the home without delay.