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March 2012
ALCC Latest Review of Compliance Report, click here
October 2011
Received 4 out of 5 stars (Scores on the Doors) from the Environmental Health (Food and Safety
August 2011
Newly Designed Day Care Brochure now available
April 2011
Completed The Shine Project and received a Certificate
October, 2010
Received 4 out of 5 stars (Scores on the Doors) from the Environmental Health (Food and Safety).
September, 2010
Newly designed Brochure now available.
April, 2010
Received a 2 Star, Good, Quality Rating out of a maximum 3 Stars, in the recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) Inspection.
Fire and Safety
Alexandra Lodge Care Centre has a modern Fire Alarm System fitted with "Fire Exit" notices and "Fire Emergency" Instruction notices displayed at strategic points throughout the Care Centre, as advised by the local Fire Department.
Staff are instructed during induction training with regard to the Fire Prevention/Drills Policy this includes use of Homes fire appliances, evacuation, muster points, raising the alarm etc. Service Users are informed of the emergency procedure during admission.
A Fire Alarm check is carried out weekly on each shift, this ensures all staffs and Service Users have a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities. A Fire Dill is conducted annually which involves evacuation of the Home.
All Fire systems and alarms will be tested weekly by staff of the Care Centre and 12 monthly by the local Fire Officer. records are kept of all such testing as part of the Proprietor/Managers responsibilities.
All fire fighting equipment will be checked annually by a qualified fire extinguisher maintenance engineer.
Where possible, furniture, fixture and fittings must be made of fire-retardant fabrics and materials.
At Alexandra Lodge Care Centre we are committed to safeguard the interests and welfare of residents and staff through effective organisation and management.
We Aim:
To provide personal centered care and treatment based on individual needs.
To maintain high standards of care and practice within a total quality management framework using a holistic approach.
To involve residents and carers in a care programme.
To encourage and promote independence, maintain dignity and privacy.
