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However, a number of refresher training courses had been completed in one day, which undermined the quality of the training. The home was clean in most areas and there were no malodours. However, some areas required attention to ensure they were safe. ¿We observed an open, friendly and caring atmosphere in the home and this was supported by a low turnover of staff. If this service has not had a CQC inspection since it registered with us, our judgement may be based on our assessment of declarations and evidence supplied by the service.
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Harelands House Samson Street, Belfield, Rochdale, OL16 2XW ★★★☆ Harelands House is a small care residence located in Rochdale, with a capacity of five. The home cares for and supports younger and elderly adults with physical disabilities. Additionally, the residency is able to support people with dementia and learning disabilities.
The CQC last updated their ratings of the residency in May 2018, givi... People in care homes receive accommodation and nursing or personal care as single package under one contractual agreement. CQC regulates both the premises and the care provided, and both were looked at during this inspection. The home can accommodate up to 36 older people, some of whom were living with dementia. At the time of this inspection there were 35 people using the service. Braeside Care Home is a privately owned residential care home located in the Smallbridge area of Rochdale.
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The people we spoke with told us they felt there were enough staff around and that the staff were friendly and helpful. They told us that they had no concerns about the care they received and would speak to the Registered Manager if they had any concerns or complaints. We saw that systems were in place for the registered manager to monitor the quality and safety of the care provided.
In claiming this listing, you are confirming that this service belongs to you and you agree to only upload true and accurate information. For extracts, read the latest CQC inspection for Braeside Care Home. Braeside Care Home provides Nursing, Dementia, and Residential care.
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Ratings are provided by Care Quality Commission and reflects the most recent report for this care home, which was published on 24 March 2018. For more details - staff are happy to answer any of your questions about care. Outside entertainers visited the home every two months and members of a local Church visited monthly for hymn singing and prayers. Local clergy also visited regularly and offered Holy Communion to people who wished to practice their faith in that way. People who used the service and their representatives were given the opportunity to complete satisfaction questionnaires annually. The manager evaluated these surveys in order to identify any areas for improvement.
The home was clean and appropriate procedures were in place for the prevention and control of infection. There was an up to date complaints procedure and this was outlined in the service user guide and displayed in the reception area of the home. ¿Stakeholders were engaged in a meaningful way where consultation led to improvements being made to the service.
Throughout the inspection we saw that members of staff were respectful and spoke to people who used the service in a courteous and friendly manner. We found that people’s weight and nutrition was monitored so that prompt action could be taken if any problems were identified. We saw medicines were managed safely and people were supported to take their medicines as prescribed.
We have asked the provider to tell us what they are going to do to meet the requirements of the law in relation to cleanliness and infection control. Relevant staff had received training about the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards to understand when an application should be made, and how to submit one. A copy of the complaint’s procedure was displayed near the main entrance. No complaints had been made to CQC or the local authority during the last year. Staff recruitment was robust at the home and staffing levels were good on the day of the inspection.
