CARE HOME ADULTS 18-65
Russell Hill (7) 7 Russell Hill Purley Surrey CR8 2JB Lead Inspector
James Pitts Unannounced Inspection 16th November 2005 1:05 Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 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 Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 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. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 3 SERVICE INFORMATION
Name of service Russell Hill (7) Address 7 Russell Hill Purley Surrey CR8 2JB 020 8763 4301 020 8763 4396 NO EMAIL 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) Caretech Community Service Limited Mr Neil Parker Care Home 11 Category(ies) of Learning disability (0) registration, with number of places Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 4 SERVICE INFORMATION
Conditions of registration: Date of last inspection 18th August 2005 Brief Description of the Service: 7 Russell Hill is divided into three separate services, a one-bedded service, a two-bedded service and an eight bedded service. Three of the rooms in the eight-bedded service have a bedroom with en-suite facilities. Prospective service users in the eight-bedded service have large bedrooms with easy access to nearby bathroom and toilets. In the two-bedded service; service users have their own bedrooms but share a bathroom, living room and kitchen, in the one-bedded service the service user has the use of a private bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and living room. The homes purpose is to work specifically with people who have complex needs and require a high level of support in order to live their lives. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 5 SUMMARY
This is an overview of what the inspector found during the inspection. This visit took place during daytime and there were six service users at home, although everyone had been out earlier in the morning doing activities or shopping. The rest were either out at a day centre or doing other activities. Most of the service users who live here are not able to hold voice conversations but all can make at least some of their needs known in other ways. Two of the service users spoke about what they have been doing and staff were observed interacting with other service users. The deputy manager and one of two of the staff team were also involved in providing assistance during this visit. The manager had been sent an annual pre inspection questionnaire in late July of this year. At the time of this visit this had still not been completed or returned to the Commission, which it must be without further delay. What the service does well: What has improved since the last inspection?
The home has improved their response if service users show signs of increasingly doing things that harm themselves or others. This now also include updating the risk assessments. The home has secured training for the staff team about Croydon Councils Protection of Vulnerable Adult Policy. A Legionellosis test has now been carried out. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 6 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. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 7 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 Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 8 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): 2 The service users can feel confident that the home will only care for people that the staff are trained and able to care for. The service users are told about how much it costs to live at the home and whenever this amount changes all of the people who need to know are told. EVIDENCE: There have been no new service users come to live at the home since the previous inspection visit. The file of the most recently admitted service user was looked at during a previous announced inspection earlier this year and had been found to show evidence of comprehensive referral information which was submitted by the Care Manager from the service users placing local authority. A copy of the home’s own assessment was also in place. There was sufficient information in place to show that the decision on this service user’s placement had been taken in light of suitable information about their care and support needs. As this home is meant to be a very long-term placement for the people who come to live here it will be very rare that new service users are admitted. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 9 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): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 The service users can still feel confident that the staff know what they need. Service users can also be assured that the staff will try their best to make sure that each person who lives at the home is allowed to live the sort of life that they choose. The only risk to this happening well is that staff do need to get better at making sure that they can show what happens whenever a service user behaves in a way that might hurt themselves or others. EVIDENCE: Two service user care plans, which are known as “ Individual Support Requirements “, were looked at during this visit. These are written in a way that makes it look as though these are about what the service user thinks as the words that are used are things like “how staff assist me with personal care” and “how staff treat me and my communication needs”. One thing that was of concern at the previous inspection was that some of the service users were showing more signs of distress and were either hurting themselves or becoming angry and hitting out at other people. When things like this occur the staff write an incident report although it is was at that time unclear whether these then lead to the proper response to why and how to support service users to remain safe. The home were told to write to the Commission
Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 10 and fully outline what happens if service users show signs of increasingly doing things that harm themselves or others. Behaviours of this type are now showing signs of more diligent monitoring and action in response to them along with a general decrease in the amount of incidents than was previously the case. As was reported at the previous inspection visit none of the service users could meaningfully sign their care plan to agree to what is written in it, however, family members and care managers are closely involved with the home when these are written and when they are reviewed. Consultation with service users could be more in evidence as also outlined by Caretech’s own quality assurance monitoring system. Although it is true to say that many of the service users would find it difficult to become meaningfully involved or to respond to questionnaires or specific complex questions, evidence of maximising these opportunities still needs to be in place. As this is a matter that is already acknowledged by the managing organisation a requirement will not be made on this occasion, however, this will be an area that is kept under review by the Commission. The care plans also include risk assessments that tell staff and other people about anything that may harm a service user and anything that the person might do that might hurt themselves. Copies of risk assessments are kept in the service users file and cover a variety of situations from accessing community activities to learning skills and activities within the home. Risk assessments are reviewed very often. This is supposed to be done to make sure that they are still correct. However, at the previous inspection there were concerns about some service users displaying more harmful behaviours and it was not clear whether these fully explain what staff can do to lessen the risks. This has subsequently shown improvement along with the care plans that are mentioned earlier in this report. The home has very clear procedures for staff about making sure that service users personal information remains confidential. These procedures are designed to ensure that information is not shared with anyone who does not have a right to know. Each member of the staff team signs a record to confirm that they have read, understood and will abide by the confidentiality policy. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 11 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): 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17 Service users can feel confident that the staff of the home will provide opportunities for everyone to develop their personal and social skills. This includes active support for each person to participate in the community both in terms of the activities of daily life and leisure interests. The opportunity for each service user to develop and maintain personal and family relations is also offered and is actively supported by the staff team. EVIDENCE: The staff team continue to encourage and assist all of the service users to take part in a wide range of activities. Some service users attend day centres, college classes and community activities, as well as one service user who works at a local charity shop. When anyone is not doing one of these things the staff support service users to have a fulfilling week by providing opportunities for recreational activities and in-house activities. The home has a weekly schedule of tasks for each service user which also says how much each person would want to do and how they would want to do it.
Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 12 Service users are supported to make use of a wide range of community based facilities. These can be anything from regular shopping trips, whether for food for the home or personal shopping, to attendance at local clubs run by particular organisations. The home has two people carrier (type) vehicles that are regularly used although this does not prevent the use of public transport where circumstances and the needs of individual service users would allow. The home’s staff group continue to encourage service users to maintain relationships with their family members and virtually all do have at least some family contact. For the one service user who has no family contact, there is still an independent advocate who can be contacted to act in their interests. There is an open visitors policy. Family and friends are invited to social events at the home as well as service user reviews. The home has a key worker system and it is part of the key worker role to keep family members informed of progress made, where appropriate. Visitors can be seen in the communal areas, of which the home has a range, or service users bedrooms if it is thought to be appropriate and safe to do so. The daily routines of the home continue to be flexible within reason. Staff were again seen to interact with service users appropriately. Service users have the liberty to make their own choices about where they spend time in the home and whether they wished to be alone or in company. The home has all appropriate policies and practices on maintaining service users dignity and rights. The home has a keypad entry system to the front door and fire escape exits, the locks for which disengage automatically if the fire alarm is activated. All of the service users would be at risk if the left the home without being accompanied by at least one member of staff. As reported at the previous inspection, the reasons for the entry and exit door locking system are fully documented and the appropriate measures continue to be in place to secure the service users safety by using this. On the advice of a fire officer, a door pad locking system has also been fitted to the side gate into the garden so that this no longer needs to be locked with a key. Service users preferences for the food that they prefer are given due consideration. The menu’s show that appropriately varied and nutritious meals are available. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 13 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): 18, 19, 20 & 21 Service users can feel confident that they will get the right support to take care of their personal and healthcare needs. Anyone who needs to take medicine regularly to help them stay well will get the proper support from staff to make sure that this happens properly and safely. EVIDENCE: Russell Hill has a large staff team and this is required in order to provide the very high level of support that service users need. The methods of supporting each individual continue to be clearly written down in a way that focuses on the unique preferences and personality of each service user. Each staff member is required by the home to sign a confirmation that they have read the individual plan and will put it into practise. Staff who spoke with the Inspector demonstrated a clear awareness of their responsibility to be sensitive and flexible in providing personal support. Service users make use of the range of community health services. Each service users health care needs are reflected in their care plan. A full medical profile is compiled which details the reason for prescription and any risks that might arise about the use of the medication that is prescribed. The outcome of all medical appointments is also written down.
Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 14 One service user suffers from insulin dependent diabetes. The staff team have received appropriate guidance and training from the local specialist diabetes community nurse about giving this medication by means of an insulin pen. The insulin is kept in a locked refrigerator in the senior support workers office and used needles are being stored properly in a sharps box prior to their disposal. One service user at times still requires the use of rectal diazepam when having a series of epileptic seizures. Staff are trained to administer this medication, although newly appointed staff are still not permitted to do so until approved training is provided. As reported at the previous inspection, risk assessments indicate that none of the service users are able to take their medication without the staff supporting them. The home has a policy and procedure for handling medication. All staff members responsible for administering medication have been trained to do so. A monitored dosage system is used with all records being well and accurately kept. The home receives training and advice from their local chemist in regards to all medication. It is positive to note that additional medication is not given unless it is absolutely necessary (This is also known as PRN medication). Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 15 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): 22 & 23 The service users can feel confident that the staff team at the home know what to do if there are complaints or concerns about abuse. The home has clear guidance for staff about the procedures to be followed in either of these circumstances, although staff still need to be trained in the local authority’s own procedures so that they understand how these fit into the ones that the home uses. EVIDENCE: As referred to earlier in this report, consultation with service users could be more in evidence as also outlined by Caretech’s own quality assurance monitoring system. Please refer back to the “Individual needs and choices” section of this report for further comment. The inspector viewed the organisations complaints policy and the service users complaints procedure at the previous inspection. The service users procedure is completed in widget form be the benefit of easy understanding. The complaints procedure is comprehensive and staff are clearly told how to record and complaints that are made. The policy of the geographical authority in which the home is located, namely Croydon Councils Protection of Vulnerable Adult Policy, is available for the staff to see at the home. It was required at the previous unannounced inspection that the registered manager and staff seek training on Croydon Councils Protection of Vulnerable Adult Policy. This has now been arranged for January 2006. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 16 As a result of an inquiry that occurred last year under the protecting vulnerable adults procedures the managing organisation were advised by the Commission that at least one member of staff who has been dismissed from employment should referred to the POVA register (Protection of Vulnerable Adults Register) once this became active in July 2004. Evidence that this referral was made in March 2005 was provided during this visit. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 17 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): 24, 25, 26 & 30 The service users can feel confident that they are living in a well maintained and clean home. EVIDENCE: There are still some small areas of redecoration that are still required in the hallways. This must be attended to without further delay. The home was otherwise found to be in a good state of repair, accessible, suitable for the service users who live here and well furnished. The bedrooms of service users are comfortable and suitable to each person’s individual needs and preferences. The home was also found to be clean and hygienic. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 18 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): 32, 33, 34, 35 & 36 Service users can feel confident that there will be enough staff on duty each day to meet their needs and that these staff are safe and well trained in how to support them. The home does make sure that day to day staff records are kept on site. It is still necessary to also show that staff supervision is getting better and that this is happening at least six times each year for each member of staff. EVIDENCE: All staff undertake a six month foundation course that is linked to the learning disability award framework. A requirement for staff in passing their probationary employment period is that they complete this course. The home has a large staff team, made up of a mixture of full and part time staff. There is a full staff team in post and there is rarely a need to use bank or agency staff unless staff are off sick or on leave. The home has a risk assessment regarding the sleep-in and waking night cover of the home, although rarely are sleep in staff required as here are three staff awake on duty each night. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 19 It was noted at the previous inspection that original staff CRB checks are not being kept at the home (Criminal Records Bureaux). The Commission has agreed that these may be kept at the company’s head office. The organisational policy is that all staff receive six to eight weekly supervision, however, evidence to show whether this has been achieved could not be seen as the manager was not available and staff files were not accessible, This requirement will again remain in this report until such time as it can be verified at a future visit. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 20 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): 37, 39 & 42 Service users cannot feel fully confident that quality assurance improvements are responded to when these are known to be needed. The safety of service users in the house is, however, generally well attended to although this could be compromised if there continues to be a lack of clarity about checking hot water temperatures in the right way. EVIDENCE: As referred to earlier in this report, the managing organisation have a quality assurance system that results in regular visits to the home. This is in addition to the monthly monitoring visits that are also carried out by a representative of Caretech. The annual development plan is brief, listing only six points and it does not appear to reflect any quality assurance improvements that are highlighted under that system. The annual development plan must be reviewed and updated as necessary particularly at times when quality assurance improvements are known to be required. The Following List of safety checks were examined:
Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 21 IEE: 30/09/04 Pat Test: 01/03/05 Gas Safety check: 04/10/05 Legionellosis: 28/10/05 Fire Alarm Warning System: 25/10/04 Fire Extinguishers: 24/05/05 There was a concern at the previous inspection that there did not seem to be any checks carried out of the hot water to make sure that it is within safe temperatures. Records of these checks were available during this visit and although these did not indicate that hot water was running at excessively high temperatures, the device that is used to heck the hot water is actually an air temperature thermometer and not able to give a detailed reading. This must be addressed, as too must the apparent confusion that exists about exactly how these checks should be carried out. A recent memo from the managing organisation is not at all clear about how this should be done as it seems to give conflicting advice. An immediate requirement notice was left as a result of this matter coming to light. Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 22 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 CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS Standard No 1 2 3 4 5 Score X 3 X X X Standard No 22 23 Score 3 3 ENVIRONMENT INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND CHOICES Standard No 6 7 8 9 10 Score 3 3 3 3 3 Standard No 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
STAFFING Score 3 3 3 x X X 3 LIFESTYLES Standard No Score 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 3 15 3 16 3 17 Standard No 31 32 33 34 35 36 Score x 3 3 3 3 2 CONDUCT AND MANAGEMENT OF THE HOME 3 PERSONAL AND HEALTHCARE SUPPORT Standard No 18 19 20 21
Russell Hill (7) Score 3 3 3 3 Standard No 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Score 2 X 2 X X 2 x DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 23 yes 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. 1 Standard 36 Regulation 18 (2) Requirement Timescale for action 16/11/05 2 37 & 39 24 (1) (b) 16/11/05 3 42 13 (4) ( c ) 16/11/05 Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 24 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 Russell Hill (7) DS0000043125.V263570.R01.S.doc Version 5.0 Page 25 Commission for Social Care Inspection Croydon, Sutton & Kingston Office 8th Floor Grosvenor House 125 High Street Croydon CR0 9XP National Enquiry Line: 0845 015 0120 Email: enquiries@csci.gsi.gov.uk Web: www.csci.org.uk
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