Enter and view: Kingfishers

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Summary of report content

This is an enter and view report conducted by Healthwatch Bucks 18 October, 2017. During the visit Healthwatch representatives spoke to 14 people, which included a mix of staff, residents and relatives. The visit was unannounced but a two week window was given for the visit.

Overall the home was found to be operating to a good standard. Residents seemed to be happy with the care they were receiving.

Recommendations were made as part of this report. A response from the home manager has been attached.

Summary of recommendations:

- Switch off the TV in the lounge when activities are taking place.

- Install grab rails in the hallway toilet andimprove signage with either a bigger ‘Toilet’ sign or else a picture.

- Invest in a range of cutlery to assist those with different needs to help themselves to eat.

- Ensure all staff have training on hearing aids and hearing loss.

- Ensure residents have more opportunities to have full bathsrather than just bed baths.

- Accommodate personal tastes and so encourage residents to drink sufficient fluid.

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General details

Local Healthwatch
Healthwatch Bucks
Publication date
Date evidence capture began
Date evidence capture finished
Type of report
Enter and View
Key themes
Building, Decor and Facilities, including health and safety
Food, nutrition and catering
Caring, kindness, respect and dignity
Staffing - levels and training
Quality of treatment

Methodology and approach

Was the work undertaken in partnership with another organisation?
No
Primary research method used
Observation (eg Enter and View)
Interviews
If an Enter and View methodology was applied, was the visit announced or unannounced?
Announced/Unannounced

Details of health and care services included in the report

Details of health and care services included in the report
Care home
Name of service provider
Kingfisher Carehome Ltd

Details of people who shared their views

Number of people who shared their views
14
Age group
All
Gender
Not known
Is the gender identity of people in the report the same as the sex they were assigned at birth?
Not known
Sexual orientation
Not known
Types of long term conditions
Dementia
Does this report feature carers?
Yes
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