• Care Home
  • Care home

Archived: Kent House

Fairfield Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2JY (01843) 602720

Provided and run by:
Choicecare 2000 Limited

All Inspections

16 July 2013

During a routine inspection

People who used the service told us they were satisfied with the service they received. We found that staff took time to explain where possible the options available and supported people to make choices. People told us that they were asked for consent before any care or treatment took place and their wishes respected.

We found the premises suitable and safe for people who used the service. People told us they were informed of any work to be carried out on the home before it happened.

Staff recruitment records showed that new staff had been thoroughly checked to make sure they were suitable to work with vulnerable people. Systems were in place to monitor the quality of care that people received to ensure that the service was satisfactory and safe. People told us they did not have any complaints but would not hesitate to speak to the manger or staff if they had any concerns.

5 December 2012

During a routine inspection

During our visit we spoke with four people who used the service and five members of staff including the manager and the area manager.

People told us they were happy with the care they received and they felt that they were listened to and well looked after. People said that their care needs had been discussed with them when they moved into the service and that decisions had been based upon their wishes.

Staff were observed interacting with people in a relaxed and friendly way. They listened to people's requests and responded quickly and cheerfully. People' s wishes for independence was encouraged and staff and management showed a good understanding of people's needs. People told us they were happy with the menu but if not, they could choose something else and that was no problem.

We saw that people were treated with dignity and respect and had choice, and their views and needs were taken into account and catered for. We found that there were enough staff on duty to meet people's needs and that safeguarding issues were understood and addressed.

During our inspection we identified one area of non compliance. We found that one area of the environment could cause a risk of injury to people concerning a ramp from a fire escape.

21 December 2011

During a routine inspection

People who use services said that the staff treated them with respect, listened to them and supported them to raise any concerns they had. They said that they received the health and personal care they needed and that they were comfortable in their home. One person said, 'The staff are very good to me and they're so helpful and kind'. A carer (relative) said, 'I'm very satisfied with this place. When I come here I always see the residents are neat and clean and the place looks comfortable'.