Ashley House Care Home

Visitors to the home were asked to produce evidence of a negative lateral flow test (LFT) and show their NHS COVID pass as evidence of vaccination, where relevant. In addition to these checks, visitor temperatures were monitored, and relevant health questions asked to ensure people were not displaying any symptoms of being infected prior to entry. Visiting was taking place in line with current government guidance. The home was clean, tidy and well ventilated. The furniture in communal areas was spaced out well in order to enable safe social distancing. The home had an outdoor space which can be used in nicer weather.

The provider had policies and procedures to ensure staff followed effective infection control guidance. Staff and visitors had access to personal protective equipment (PPE) and there was sufficient PPE supply in stock. Designated PPE stations were in place in central areas of the home for donning and doffing of PPE. This helped to minimise the spread of infection.

The provider ensured they were able to cover for staff absences due to COVID-19 and continue to meet people's needs. Isolation procedures were in place and implemented where people were infected to control the spread of infection.

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