Scremby Grange

Scremby Grange is registered to provide accommodation and personal care for up to 17 people who have a learning disability and/or autism. The service supports people with complex needs and who need extra space and care to be able to fulfil their potential. The service is set out as a main house and seven individual bungalows. There were 14 people living at the service on the day of our inspection.

People's experience of using this service: Scremby Grange had been designed and developed in line with the principles and values that underpin Registering the Right Support and other best practice guidance. The principles reflect the need for people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live meaningful lives that include control, choice and independence.

The service applied those principles and values and other best practice guidance. The outcomes for people reflected this. 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; the policies and systems in the service supported this practice. People's rights under the Mental Capacity Act (2005) were respected and upheld.

People told us they felt safe living at Scremby Grange. Staff understood how to protect people from the risk of abuse and plans were in place to minimise any identified risks to people's health and well-being. People received their medicines as required.

There were enough staff, who were well trained and supported, to make sure people received the personalised care and support they needed. People had access to healthcare when they needed it and staff sought advice from and worked closely with specialist health services wherever it was appropriate. People were encouraged to have a varied and balanced diet to help them stay healthy.

The registered manager and staff knew people well and treated them with care and respect. People were involved in planning and reviewing their care wherever they were able to be. The registered manager and staff worked creatively with people in order to provide opportunities for people to develop their life skills and independence.

Systems were in place to monitor the safety and quality of the services provided for people. Actions were taken, and any improvements needed were made quickly when required.

The registered manager promoted an open and inclusive culture where people, and the staff who supported them, could express their views and opinions and be involved in the running of the service.