During an assessment under our new approach
Date of Assessment: 16 July to 28 September 2026. The service is a care at home service providing support to adults of all ages, some of whom were living with dementia, mental health or physical disabilities. This was the first inspection of the service since they registered with CQC. There were 2 registered managers at this service, within this report referenced as the registered manager.
People and their relatives consistently spoke positively about the care and support provided. They described staff as caring, compassionate, respectful and reliable, and valued the trusting relationships developed through support from a consistent team of carers. Feedback confirmed visits were delivered on time and for their planned duration, helping to ensure people received person-centred care that reflected their individual needs, preferences and routines.
Staff knew people well and demonstrated a strong understanding of their health needs, personal histories and desired outcomes. Care records were detailed and holistic, capturing both the support provided and people's overall wellbeing. Effective communication between care staff and office-based teams supported continuity of care and enabled changes in people's needs to be identified and responded to promptly. People and their relatives were actively involved in decisions about their care and told us they felt listened to, respected and able to maintain their independence wherever possible.
The service worked proactively with healthcare professionals when concerns about people's health or wellbeing were identified, helping people achieve positive outcomes. Medicines support was provided safely by trained staff who understood their responsibilities and sought guidance when required.
Leaders were committed to delivering high-quality care and promoting positive experiences for people. They were described as approachable and responsive and demonstrated a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Quality assurance systems, alongside effective oversight of care delivery, helped leaders monitor performance, identify areas for development and drive improvements. Staff spoke positively about the support they received and shared leaders' commitment to providing safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
Overall, the service demonstrated a caring and positive culture where people received reliable, personalised support from staff who knew them well and were focused on achieving good outcomes.