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iOS - Android The Care Inspectorate currently carries out fortnightly assessments of care homes across the country.The watchdog's quality framework is augmented to reflect key service performance in relation to the ongoing pandemic.It covers Covid-19 infection prevention and control, PPE, staffing and people’s wellbeing.A new report on Lornebank's follow-up inspection detailed the improvements made in relation to catheter care.It stated: "We conducted a Covid-19 inspection of the care home on
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PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensBut during their latest scan of the home - which is run by Morar Living UK - inspectors said bosses had responded to the fears raised.During the investigation, the watchdog identified concerns the admission process had not been "robust" in assessing people's needs and fears not all staff had received mandatory training.Inspectors additionally highlighted worries around a lack of adherence to the complaints procedure during their check-up.However, in
pandemic, with residents now expected to live an average of just two years. The study by top academics also warned about the impact of visiting restrictions on care home residents’ quality of life.
Head over to our new Lanarkshire Live Facebook page to make sure you're up to date with the top stories in the region“Not all staff demonstrated an understanding or knowledge of infection prevention and control measures, including the correct use of PPE or the safe disposal of domestic and clinical waste.”A letter of serious concern was issued.And now, an “improvement notice” has been served.
Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.Stirling Council’s adult social care panel chair has defended the consultation process which resulted in a decision to close Strathendrick Care Home in Balfron.The proposal was approved by Clackmannanshire and Stirling Integration Joint Board – the body responsible for local health and social care – last month, as part of a wider reshape of rural care.Ward councillor Alistair Berrill, fellow Tory
PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensA second check-up was carried out by the watchdog in May where some improvements were noted in the home's infection prevention and control practices.But bosses were again told the cleanliness of mattresses and staff's use of personal protective equipment (PPE) were still not acceptable.However, the latest report laid before the Scottish Parliament following a third inspection suggests things are now in order.The Quarrelton Road home has now been
iOS - Android A spokeswoman for the home said: “We note the latest report from the Care Inspectorate and have already taken steps to implement a number of the recommendations around nutrition, staff practice and resident experience.“The health and wellbeing of our residents is our number one priority and we will continue to work closely with the Care Inspectorate, and with our staff, to ensure that relevant steps are taken in response to the findings.”The inspector’s report was included in the
iOS - Android A follow-up inspection was carried out on June 4 to follow up on outstanding improvements required of the home in relation to catheter care.On June 4, the Care Inspectorate found “significant improvements” in catheter care risk assessment and care planning at the home, run by Hudson (Lorne) Ltd.The inspection report laid out to the Scottish Parliament on June 23 stated: “All staff had completed comprehensive training in catheter care, appropriate to their role."Management had
Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.Elected members have called for a charter of rights for care home residents and their relatives to be introduced so family visits can be protected against any future pandemics.Councillors unanimously agreed to write to the Scottish Government requesting this be produced so residents and their loved ones are clear on arrangements for contact moving forward.Care home residents were denied visits from
iOS - Android The unit Ms Timlin worked in was a specialised dementia unit and was responsible for up to 28 patients on any given shift.Whilst working as the sole nurse on duty at the home on the dementia unit, Ms Timlin was responsible for Resident A’s care.That patient had an irregular sleeping pattern, staying up until 4am and not usually waking up until lunch time.Due to concerns from family members, a care plan was implemented which would ensure that Resident A was up in the morning to
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Nora Sweeney, a resident at Care UK’s Cathkin House did not let the pandemic stop her from being part of her nephew Christopher’s wedding celebrations, as she watched the ceremony online from the comfort of her care home.