Here, we reveal the 17 care homes in Northampton given low inspection ratings by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Just one home received the lowest score of ‘Inadequate’, while 16 others received the second-lowest rating of ‘Requires Improvement’.
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5. Highfield care home - Requires Improvement
Highfield Care Home was rated "Requires Improvement" by the CQC. The report stated: "There was mixed feedback from staff about whether they felt supported in their roles. Staff did not receive regular supervisions and the lack of consistent leadership at the service resulted in a decline in the quality and safety of the service." Photo: NA
6. Loyd House - Requires Improvement
Loyd House was rated "Requires Improvement" by the CQC. The report stated: "The registered manager advised us staff were trained in infection prevention and control, however records showed only 55% of staff had up to date training. The registered manager assured us they would take action to address this with the staff." Photo: NA
7. Bethany Homestead - Requires Improvement
Bethany Homestead is rated "Requires Improvement" by the CQC. The report stated: "The providers systems and processes had not been effective in identifying errors or missing information in peoples risk assessments and care plans. We found some people's risk assessments and care plans needed improvement" Photo: NA
8. Apollo House - Requires Improvement
Apollo House is rated "Requires Improvement" by the CQC. The report stated: "Staff knew what signs to look for to keep people safe and there were procedures and information available to support them. Some staff were unsure how to follow external safeguarding and whistleblowing reporting procedures" Photo: NA