Google MapsA care home in Renfrewshire is at risk of closure after inspectors uncovered “significant concerns” during an inspection.
The Care Inspectorate has issued an improvement notice to Craigielea Care Home in Renfrew after issues were identified during a recent visit.
These included issues relating to management of medication, assessment of service users’ needs, governance and nutritional monitoring.
Concerns have also been raised over care given to those with wounds or pressure sores.
The home, run by Holmes Care Group Scotland Ltd, has been ordered to make the specified improvements by December 15 or risk losing its registration.
A spokesperson for the Care Inspectorate said: “An inspection has identified significant concerns about the quality of care experienced by residents at Craigielea Care Home in Renfrew.
“We understand this is a difficult and distressing time for residents, their families and staff at the service.
“However, our first priority is always the health and wellbeing of people.
“Because of our concerns we have issued an Improvement Notice.
“This sets out the significant improvements that must be made within a specified timeframe.
“We are in contact with and monitoring the service to follow up on the required improvements.”
A spokesperson for Craigielea Care Home said the improvement notice was being taken “very seriously”, and confirmed it was working closely with the Care Inspectorate and Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership to strengthen the quality of its care.
They added: “Our management team remains available to support residents, family members and staff at this time, and a comprehensive improvement plan is in place, led by our regional operations manager and wider senior leadership team.
“Our priority is always the wellbeing of our residents, ensuring they receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care in a setting where they feel valued and supported.”
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