Cherry Blossom Care Home

We found the following examples of good practice.

The service was not allowing any visiting at the service at the time of this inspection, unless for exceptional circumstances for example, if a person was receiving end of life care.

Any person entering the building had their temperature taken, washed their hands, completed a health questionnaire and wore full personal protective equipment (PPE).

The building was clean and free from clutter. The deputy manager told us that staff were undertaking cleaning of high touch points on a regular basis. We witnessed this during our inspection.

People were supported by staff in full PPE, whether that person was COVID-19 positive or negative. This was to protect both staff and people living in the service from spreading infection.

Posters were on display to prompt people and staff to social distance.

Staff changed into their uniform and applied their PPE before starting work. Each floor had their own room for staff to change and store their belongings. Spot checks on staff competencies were in place re handwashing and hand hygiene and PPE assessments.

The deputy manager told us that they were working collaboratively with colleagues from the Local Authority and CCG (Clinical Commissioning Group) and were well supported as a result.

Whole home testing was in place for people, visitors and the staff.

The five questions we ask about services and what we found