Archived: Enara Abbey Reading

Equity House, 4-6 School Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5AL (0118) 945 1563

Provided and run by:
Abbey Home Care Agency Limited

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All Inspections

6 February 2013

During a routine inspection

Before people received any care or treatment they were asked for their consent and the provider acted in accordance with their wishes. Contracts clearly specified the services provided, the costs incurred and the method of payment.

Staff we spoke with said that they found the risk assessments helpful in delivering the right care. They also said the care plans were clearly written and easy to follow. People who used the service all confirmed that their care records were stored in the home and that staff updated them at each visit.

One person who used the agency told us that staff were very helpful in prompting him to take his medication. Another person told us that if any changes occurred in her mum's medication, the staff always seemed to know about it.

There were effective recruitment and selection processes in place.

People we spoke with said they felt comfortable speaking directly to the manager or office staff if they had any concerns. They also told us they felt listened to and that the senior care workers or manager would deal with their concern if they could.