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1. In order to maintain people’s skin integrity the service should ensure that staff understand the importance of setting air flow mattresses in line with manufacturer instructions. Personal plans should clearly and consistently indicate appropriate mattress settings. Regular audits of mattress conditions should be augmented by routine checks on air flow settings. Health and Social Care Standards-My Support-My Life, 2018 1.24 Any treatment or intervention that I experience is safe and effective. 4.11- I experience high quality care and support based on relevant evidence, guidance and best practice.

2. In order to ensure that people get the most out of life, the Provider should ensure that people are able to regularly engage in meaningful activities within and outside the home as appropriate to their preferences, needs and abilities. This should include, but not be limited to, people who spend much of their day in their rooms. Health and Social Care Standards-My Support-My Life, 2018 -1.25 I can choose to have an active life and participate in a range of recreational, social, creative, physical and learning activities every day, both indoors and outdoors. - 2.22 I can maintain and develop my interests, activities and what matters to me in the way that I like. -3.16 People have time to support and care for me and to speak with me. -5.9 I experience care and support free from isolation because the location and type of premises enable me to be an active member of the local community if this is appropriate.