31 October 2013
During a routine inspection
We joined one person in their flat at lunchtime. They told us staff were around to support them when they needed help with shopping, meal preparation and cooking. The person told us staff helped them to eat healthily. They said this was their choice. We found people had a varied diet and their nutrition and hydration needs were met.
We saw people's medicines were managed safely. Some people were able to manage their own medication. Staff who handled medication had undertaken training on the safe management of medicines. Medicines were stored securely and accurate records were maintained.
There were effective recruitment and selection processes in place at the service. We looked at three staff recruitment files. Each file contained the necessary checks and clearances. This ensured staff had the right skills and experience and were suitable to work with vulnerable adults.