Little Brook House

Little Brook House is a repurposed, 17th Century, grade II listed, former farmhouse which retains many period features. In addition, there are two purpose built, modern wings in which most people are accommodated. There is a communal lounge, separate dining room and 2 conservatories. There is a large, accessible garden.

People were supported to have maximum choice and control of their lives and staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible and in their best interests. Improvements had been made to ensure that the Mental Capacity Act 2005 was fully understood and implemented in line with legal frameworks. Completion rates for training improved, but the supervision programme needed to be further embedded. People received appropriate support with eating and drinking. Improvements were underway to ensure all areas of the home were safe, clean and well maintained. Overall, staff worked closely with a range of community healthcare professionals to meet people's healthcare needs.

Governance processes were in place but needed to be more effective. People received person centred care but records did not provide assurances that they were consistently being supported to participate in regular social and leisure activities. The leadership team and staff worked with a range of health and social care professionals to meet people's needs and to drive improvements within the service.