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Inspection on 04/10/06 for Merrimore House
Also see our care home review for Merrimore House for more information
This inspection was carried out on 4th October 2006.
CSCI has not published a star rating for this report, though using similar criteria we estimate that the report is Excellent. 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.
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What the care home does well
The service keeps excellent records which clearly set out the support residents need including their healthcare needs. The residents are involved in community based work and leisure activities and have interesting lifestyles that include personal choices and hobbies. Residents are asked for their views, such as what food to have, and have regular meetings. They also have information about the service in folders in their rooms. People involved with the service, such as social workers and relatives, are asked about their views of the service and they make positive comments about the service. Mr and Mrs Turner help ensure residents are protected, such as making sure their money is handled properly.
What has improved since the last inspection?
Mr and Mrs Turner have produced a report, which sets out the progress they have made with things like training and includes the views of residents and others. A separate record of healthcare contacts is kept which makes it easier to see important information about the health and well-being of each resident.
What the care home could do better:
There are no suggestions for improvement at this time.