30 January 2013
During a routine inspection
Relatives we spoke with confirmed people were treated with dignity and respect in their own homes. Relatives told us people expressed their views on how they wanted to maintain their independence and care workers we spoke with told us how they supported people in their choice.
Relatives were complimentary about the care and support people received. One relative told us, 'I find them very polite and friendly'. Another relative said, 'We have the best care possible'.
People were safeguarded as the provider had taken steps to ensure any potential instances of abuse could be identified and reported. Care workers we spoke with told us they felt supported by the manager to take appropriate action where required.
People were cared for, or supported by, suitably qualified, skilled and experienced staff.
The provider made sure that people knew how to make a complaint if they were not happy with the service and had resolved them to people's satisfaction. The provider had a system for record keeping however some records were not available that reflected individual care requirements.