Chiron Healthcare at Home Northampton Branch

Medicines were safely administered. Staff followed infection control policies and procedures, including COVID-19 guidance to reduce the risk of the spread of infection. Systems were in place to ensure that accidents and incidents were recorded and acted upon.

People had their needs assessed prior to receiving personal care. Staff were inducted effectively into the service and trained. Staff received regular supervision to develop their roles. Where needed people were supported with their meals and to maintain a balanced diet. Referrals were made to other health and social care professionals as and when required.

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 and their relatives were listened to and were able to make decisions about their care. Staff were kind, caring and respectful. Care was provided in a dignified and respectful way.

People's received person-centred care. People were able to make choices about the way they wanted their care to be provided. A complaints policy and system were in place so that any complaints could be dealt with appropriately. People felt able to raise concerns with staff and management if needed.

The management team had a good understanding of the regulatory requirements of their roles. People's feedback on the quality of care was sought. People told us they felt the service was well managed, and communication was good. Systems were in place to monitor and check on all areas of the service.