Source · CQC inspection
Elton Lodge
Type Social Care Org
Region South East
Last inspected 11 Mar 2015
Overall rating: Requires Improvement View full CQC report
Domain ratings
Safe
Good
Effective
Requires Improvement
Caring
Good
Responsive
Requires Improvement
Well-led
Good
Earlier inspection findings
Must-do actions (2)
Must-do action 1 of 2
Must do
Effective
The provider must ensure that care workers are knowledgeable about the requirements of The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and that documentation always shows people's decisions to receive care have been appropriately assessed, respected and documented.
Must-do action 2 of 2
Must do
Effective
The provider must ensure that care workers understand legislation regarding the use and application of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
Should-do actions (3)
Should-do action 1 of 3
Should do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that risk assessments are always reviewed at the identified times to ensure people are receiving care which is appropriate for their needs.
Should-do action 2 of 3
Should do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that people living in the home who may have dementia are appropriately assessed by a healthcare professional to form a diagnosis, and that records show evidence of referral for diagnosis.
Should-do action 3 of 3
Should do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that people are engaged in meaningful activities with sufficient frequency, and review policies that discourage staff interaction during breaks if it benefits residents' engagement.