Enter and view: Beechcroft Nursing and Residential Home
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Healthwatch Halton undertook an enter and view visit to Beechcroft Nursing and Residential Care Home on 8 January 2016.
Beechcroft Nursing and Residential Home is situated in a residential area in Runcorn, and within walking distance to local shops, churches and a local bus route. The Home is accessible by wheelchair and there is parking space including disabled car parking spaces both at the front and rear of the Home.
Beechcroft has a wide range of staff who care for up to 60 residents. All staff are required to undertake mandatory training which includes safeguarding. The Home employs an activity coordinator who supports residents to engage in a broad range of activities.
The Home is in need of some refurbishment as certain areas appeared in need of decoration. Residents have access to primary care services which includes GPs; Audiology; Dental; Optical and Chiropody. In addition residents have access to a Hairdressing Service and Aroma therapy services for a small charge.
The Home engages residents in a wide range of activities and a mini bus is available for residents to visit local markets and areas of interest.
The report contains three recommendations about signage, odours and access to drinks.