Residents at a Monaghan care centre are enjoying a life based on their own choices according to a new report.
An inspection at Steadfast House Residential Service was carried out in June of this year
Steadfast house residential service provides care and support to five female residents on a full time basis. The centre is located within walking distance of a town, and residents can access a range of amenities and activities in the local community. Residents are supported by two staff during the day and two staff overnight. The residents appeared very comfortable in the centre, and the person in charge and staff team knew the residents well. The report described the staff at the centre as very respectful and kind. Inspectors said It was evident that staff listened to residents’ wishes and concerns. Residents spoke very positively about the support they received from the person in charge and the staff team. The centre was homely, comfortable and fully accessible for all residents.
Out of the 17 specific areas inspected, the centre was found to be compliant in all areas of inspection including fire safety, risk management, and staffing.
