CQC places care home in special measures

A Northamptonshire care home has been rated inadequate and placed into special measures following a “deterioration” since a previous visit by the watchdog.

The Conifers Residential Care Home in Rushden, Northamptonshire, provides accommodation and personal support for up to ten people with sensory impairments, physical disabilities, mental health conditions and those with dementia.

The CQC said its latest inspection in January was prompted following concerns raised about incidents and accidents.

A spokesperson for the home said staff were “disappointed” but “determined to meet the actions that the CQC has asked us to take”.

Following the latest inspection, Craig Howarth, CQC’s deputy director of operations in the Midlands, said it was “disappointing to see a deterioration in the level of care” despite warnings to improve.

“It was concerning that the service wasn’t providing a safe environment and hadn’t acted upon fixing hazards which could hurt people, like covering hot water pipes, electrical wiring and heating equipment.”

Anthony Cook, the care home’s area manager, said “We are disappointed with the outcome of the inspection but we are determined to meet the actions that the CQC has asked us to take.

“We have embedded an action plan with regards to the issues raised and have already made immediate and significant changes.

“The wellbeing of the people we support is of the utmost importance to us and we are doing everything we can to provide them with empowered and fulfilling lives.

“We will continue to work closely with CQC and our stakeholders to ensure the wellbeing of our residents.”

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