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Jenkin House Residential Care Home
- Jenkin House, 68-70 Jenkin Road, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 6DT
- (01924) 275143
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Type of service
Care home without nursing
Specialisms/services
Dementia, Physical disabilities, Caring for adults over 65 yrs
These are the results of our most recent checks showing whether this care service is meeting each of the standards that the government says you have the right to expect.
1Standards of treating people with respect and involving them in their careOverall
Standards of treating people with respect and involving them in their care
- Our latest checkPeople should be treated with respect, involved in discussions about their care and treatment and able to influence how the service is run (outcome 1)
Meeting this standardThis check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkBefore people are given any examination, care, treatment or support, they should be asked if they agree to it (outcome 2)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report.
2Standards of providing care, treatment and support that meets people's needsOverall
Standards of providing care, treatment and support that meets people's needs
- Our latest checkPeople should get safe and appropriate care that meets their needs and supports their rights (outcome 4)Meeting this standard
On 19th December 2011 we checked this standard and found that this care service was meeting it.
Our judgement was: The service providers are compliant in this outcome are as the care and welfare needs of people living in the home are met. However, to remain compliant descriptive words need to be used in the daily records to reflect peoples’ choices and preferences.
See our inspector's full report about this standard from 19th December 2011
- Our latest checkFood and drink should meet people's individual dietary needs (outcome 5)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkPeople should get safe and coordinated care when they move between different services (outcome 6)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report.
3Standards of caring for people safely and protecting them from harmOverall
Standards of caring for people safely and protecting them from harm
- Our latest checkPeople should be protected from abuse and staff should respect their human rights (outcome 7)Meeting this standard
On 19th December 2011 we checked this standard and found that this care service was meeting it.
Our judgement was: The service is compliant in this outcome area, as people are protected from any kind of abuse. However, to remain compliant all staff working in the home should attend Safeguarding training on how to protect people from abuse.
See our inspector's full report about this standard from 19th December 2011
- Our latest checkPeople should be cared for in a clean environment and protected from the risk of infection (outcome 8)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkPeople should be given the medicines they need when they need them, and in a safe way (outcome 9)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkPeople should be cared for in safe and accessible surroundings that support their health and welfare (outcome 10)Meeting this standard
On 19th December 2011 we checked this standard and found that this care service was meeting it.
Our judgement was: The service is compliant in this outcome area as people live in a well decorated and well maintained home that is clean and safe. However to remain compliant the minor repairs identified on the day of the inspection need to be completed as soon as is practicable.
See our inspector's full report about this standard from 19th December 2011
- Our latest checkPeople should be safe from harm from unsafe or unsuitable equipment (outcome 11)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report.
4Standards of staffingOverall
Standards of staffing
- Our latest checkPeople should be cared for by staff who are properly qualified and able to do their job (outcome 12)Meeting this standard
On 19th December 2011 we checked this standard and found that this care service was meeting it.
Our judgement was: The service is compliant in this outcome area as people are protected by the way new staff are selected and recruited.
See our inspector's full report about this standard from 19th December 2011
- Our latest checkThere should be enough members of staff to keep people safe and meet their health and welfare needs (outcome 13)Meeting this standard
On 19th December 2011 we checked this standard and found that this care service was meeting it.
Our judgement was: The service is compliant in this outcome area as peoples’ needs are met by trained and experienced staff. However, to remain compliant the numbers of care staff supporting people living in the home should be monitored and reviewed regularly.
See our inspector's full report about this standard from 19th December 2011
- Our latest checkStaff should be properly trained and supervised, and have the chance to develop and improve their skills (outcome 14)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report.
5Standards of quality and suitability of managementOverall
Standards of quality and suitability of management
- Our latest checkThe service should have quality checking systems to manage risks and assure the health, welfare and safety of people who receive care (outcome 16)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkPeople should have their complaints listened to and acted on properly (outcome 17)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report. - Our latest checkPeople's personal records, including medical records, should be accurate and kept safe and confidential (outcome 21)Meeting this standard
This check was based on declarations and evidence given by this care service when they registered with CQC on 1st October 2010. We have not yet carried out an inspection.
When we inspect or next check on this standard we will publish a full report.
Key to our latest checks on standards
Green Tick
All standards were being met when we last checked. (If this service has not had a CQC inspection since it registered with us, our check may be based on our assessment of declarations and evidence supplied by the service itself.)
Grey Cross
At least one standard in this area was not being met when we last checked and we required improvements.
Red Cross
At least one standard in this area was not being met when we last checked and we have taken enforcement action.
History of checks and inspections
Reviews of compliance
As well as the results of our most recent checks on each standard (which you can see above), you can also look at a complete history of all our checks. We call these Reviews of Compliance.
NB - We may do checks on a routine basis, as a result of concerns or to see whether improvements we have asked for previously have been made. Reports do not always look at every standard. It may take up to two weeks after the report is completed for it to be published here.
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Reports under our old system of regulation (including those from before CQC was created)
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What people have told us about this care service
Date written: 19th December 2011
People say they enjoy living in the home. One person said the meals are very good indeed and the care is ‘second to none’.
People who we could not communicate with appeared to be comfortable and relaxed.
People say they like living in the home they are well cared for, have everything they need and feel safe. One person says the carers are very helpful and they are treated with respect and dignity at all times.
People say there are more than happy with their rooms. One person says they have everything they need and have their rooms as they want. People we could not communicate with appeared to be relaxed and comfortable.
People say the carers are ‘wonderful’, very professional and very caring. One person says the staff couldn’t be better.
One person said staff are very good and listen to what they say. Another person who hasn’t lived in the home very long said ‘it’s the best thing they have ever done’. The people looking after them are ‘very good and very caring’.
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