Policy Updates
Latest Updates
Capability Policy and Procedure
This policy will support where issues of capability or poor performance arise. It has been reviewed and an update made to the Manager’s Checklist to reflect the process set out in the procedure. References also checked to ensure they remain current.
Medication Errors and Near Misses Policy and Procedure
Annual review of policy with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current. This policy will support staff with the process to follow if there are errors or near misses when dispensing medication.
Visiting Out of Care Homes Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed to include the latest change in guidance on visiting restrictions being lifted. References and links have been checked and remain current.
Visiting Out of Care Homes Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed to include the latest change in guidance on visiting restrictions being lifted. References and links have been checked and remain current.
Development Appraisal Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed with minimal changes, references and links checked and remain current. This policy will support management with the development of an appraisal strategy in the service and it provides agreements and appraisals to implement.
Home Closure Policy and Procedure
Annual review of policy with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current. This policy will help staff deal with the process if a home is closing, ensuring all are informed and given time to make other arrangements.
Grief and Loss Policy and Procedure
Policy has been reviewed with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current. This policy will help staff support people who are experiencing grief or loss and signposts them to best practice guidance.
PEG Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current. This policy will inform staff on all aspects when supporting a person with a PEG. It signposts to best practice which will further educate on this subject to ensure safe practice for the service user.
Mock Inspection – Key Question 1 – Support and Wellbeing
This policy will help with the service’s quality assurance strategy and assist staff in measuring and monitoring the areas within Key Question 1 to ensure they are constantly improving the service they provide. It has been reviewed with minimal change. References and links have been checked.
Auditing and Monitoring of Medication Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed with minimal change. References and links checked and remain current. This policy will help staff with auditing and monitoring progress with the medication process. It also signposts to best practice guidance.