Latest Inspection
This is the latest available inspection report for this service, carried out on 16th June 2009. it is an annual review prepared by CQC after examining previous reports and information from the provider. At the time of this report, CQC judged the service to be Good.
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.
For extracts, read the latest CQC inspection for Blossom House.
Annual service review
Name of Service: Blossom House The quality rating for this care home is: The rating was made on: two star good service 1 5 0 6 2 0 0 8 A quality rating is our assessment of how well a care home, agency or scheme is meeting the needs of the people who use it. We give a quality rating following a full review of the service. We call this review a ‘key’ inspection We do an annual service review when there has been no key inspection of the service in the last 12 months. It does not involve a visit to the service but is a summary of new information given to us, or collected by us, since the last key inspection or annual service review. Has this annual service review changed our opinion of the service? NO You should read the last key inspection report for this service to get a full picture of how well outcomes for the people using the service are being met. The date by which we will do a key inspection: Name of inspector: Marian Byrne 1 5 0 6 2 0 10 Date of this annual service review: 1 6 0 6 2 0 0 9 Annual Service Review Published by CQC: 064/09 Page 1 of 4 Information about the service
Address of service: 134 Aukland Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 3HE Telephone number: Fax number: Email address: Provider web address: Name of registered provider(s): Name of registered manager (if applicable): Conditions of registration: Category(ies): Learning disabilities Number of places (if applicable): Under 65 2 Over 65 Mulenga Mumba Chanda Post vacant 07985 778349 07985 828080 Additional conditions: Have there been any changes in the ownership, management or the service’s registration details in the last 12 months? If yes, what have they been: Date of last key inspection: Date of last annual service review (if applicable): No Annual Service Review Page 2 of 4 Blossom House was registered in 2006. It is a large house located in a quiet residential area of Potters Bar, within walking distance of bus stops and local shops. The service was established to provide care and support for up to two people with a learning disability. The ground floor has a lounge / dining area and a fully fitted kitchen. Laundry facilities are also on the ground floor. At the front of the ground floor, there is a large bedroom with a shower en-suite for one service user. The first floor has a large bedroom with a wash-hand basin for one service user. The bathroom and toilet is on the first floor. Office and sleep-in rooms are also on the first floor. Car parking space is at the front of the home and at the rear there is a large garden with seating and shaded areas. The Statement of Purpose, Service User Guide, a copy of this inspection report is available for any prospective service user and can be obtained from the home manager. Up to date information of fees can be obtained direct from the home manager. Service update since the last key inspection or annual service review:
What did we do for this annual service review? We looked at all the information that we have received, or asked for since the last key inspection. This included:The Annual Quality Assurance Assessment (AQAA), that was sent to us by the service. This is a self assessment document that focuses on how well outcomes are being met for people using the service. What the service has told us about things that have happened in the service, these are called notifications and are a legal requirement. What has this told us about the service? The Annual Quality Assurance Assessment was received back within the timescale requested, it detailed information about improvements to the service provided. It is clear that the residents and their families/representatives are consulted with and any necessary changes to the service are clearly explained to everyone affected. The service has reviewed some of its policies and procedures in order to comply with new legislation. Changes have been made to the environment to improve the communal areas. What are we going to do as a result of this annual service review? We can inspect Blossom House at any time if we have concerns about the care, welfare or safety of people living there. There is currently nothing to indicate that an inspection is required in the immediate future. The next key inspection of Blossom House will be undertaken by 15/065/10 unless information is received that suggests an earlier one is necessary. As with all care services, information will continue to be gathered over the intervening period. The home’s performance will be subject to a process of continual assessment
Annual Service Review Page 3 of 4 and evaluation in the light of any information received, with appropriate regulatory action being taken as indicated. Reader Information
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