Care Inspectorate praise for Dalkeith care home

Midlothian Council’s short- term intermediate care facility for people over 65 has been rated as ‘good’ for its quality of care by the Care Inspectorate.
Pic Greg Macvean - 19/10/2017 - Stock pic of staff at Highbank Care Home at Eskbank celebrating the home's 30th birthdayPic Greg Macvean - 19/10/2017 - Stock pic of staff at Highbank Care Home at Eskbank celebrating the home's 30th birthday
Pic Greg Macvean - 19/10/2017 - Stock pic of staff at Highbank Care Home at Eskbank celebrating the home's 30th birthday

Inspectors gave ‘good’ ratings for all three areas inspected at Highbank Care Home at Bonnyrigg Road, Dalkeith: Staffing arrangements that respond to the changing needs of people experiencing care; Infection control practices supporting a safe environment for people experiencing care and staff; Support and safeguards for people’s health and wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic.

Chair of Midlothian’s Integrated Joint Board Councillor Catherine Johnstone (SNP) said: “There have been, and continue to be, huge challenges in making sure people in care homes are safe and their wellbeing is looked after during Covid-19.

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“We’re delighted, therefore, inspectors have recognised how Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership Team and the frontline staff at Highbank have worked together to continue to provide quality care, particularly given the challenges presented by the pandemic.

“Well done to all the staff at Highbank for their care, professionalism and dedication.”

Inspectors spoke to people being cared for in Highbank.

The report states: “People told us they were very happy with the quality of care provided to them and described the staff as kind and caring.”

Relatives also complimented the quality of care for people.

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The report adds: “They felt staff helped people to get involved in doing things that were important to them. There was good and effective communication; updating them with any procedural changes because of Covid-19. Staff updated them with progress that their loved one was making referring to the agreed goals in people’s personal plans.”

Inspectors found people benefited from creative and innovative ways to stay connected using technology with easy access to the internet and telephone. There was sufficient PPE, the home was clean and staff followed the most up- to- date Health Protection Scotland guidance.

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