Caring Alternatives, a supported living homecare agency for six people with learning disabilities and/or autism, was rated Good across all five key questions at its first inspection. The service demonstrated person-centred, safe and well-led care with an experienced management team and an open, transparent culture.
Strengths
· Wholly person-centred service promoting independence and rights
· Staff knowledgeable about people's needs and preferences with positive relationships developed
· Safe medication management with staff trained and competency checked
· Robust recruitment checks and adequate staffing levels
· Open and transparent culture fostered by experienced management team