Glennfield Care Home

We found the following examples of good practice. The service was only receiving essential visitors at the time of our inspection. People were asked by staff on entering the building to wash their hands. Any person entering the home had their temperature checked. Staff and people who lived at Glennfield Care Home had regular test for COVID-19. Anyone who had symptoms received an immediate test at the home that would give a result within 30 minutes.

People were supported by staff in full PPE to ensure they were kept safe., whether the person was COVID-19 positive or negative. This is called barrier nursing. This is to protect both staff and people living in the service. There were several staff living permanently in the home this was voluntary but ensured staffing levels and peace of mind for staff with vulnerable relatives living at home.

Staff commencing their shifts were required to have their temperature checked and had hand washing facilities. Staff had designated areas to change into work uniforms and donning and doffing of PPE (This is when PPE is put on and taken off). The provider had ensured they had access to the same agency staff who were also regularly tested for COVID-19 and supported the home with staffing levels.

The building was clean and free from clutter. Staff wore their PPE appropriately and were seen to maintain good hand washing and sanitising.

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