Residents at a Cavan nursing home are being supported to enjoy a great quality of life according to a new report
An unannounced inspection was carried out by HIQA at Esker Lodge Nursing Home in May of this year
Esker Lodge Nursing Home is based on the outskirts of Cavan Town. The centre is registered to accommodate 70 residents and at the time of the inspection there were 65 residents living in the centre Several residents were observed spending time in communal areas of the centre and were found interacting and discussing topics with staff. The report noted that it was clear that staff were aware of residents communication needs and observations confirmed that residents were given time and space to make their views known. Inspectors described the atmosphere in the centre as calm and relaxed and communal areas were well-furnished and clean. A programme of activities was provided for residents seven days a week including Arts and Crafts and reminiscence sessions. The centre was found to be compliant or substantially compliant in 10 areas of inspection with 2 non compliances noted. The non-compliances related to one staff member not having Garda Vetting.
In its response to the report, the centre noted that a Service Level Agreement has now been drawn up so that Vetting Disclosures are provided in advance of agency staff taking up employment
