Hazelbrook Christian Nursing Home

Choosing the right care home for your relative is an important decision, and our overview of the latest CQC inspection report for Hazelbrook Christian Nursing Home aims to help you understand what daily life is like here. Located conveniently in Horwich town centre close to local shops and transport links, this care home is registered to support up to 38 individuals with nursing or social care needs, with 25 residents living there at the time of the inspection. This targeted review specifically examined infection prevention and control practices and the impact of COVID-19 on the home.

When looking at safety measures, the inspection found that the home successfully followed infection control guidelines, properly managed visitor restrictions, and ensured that personal protective equipment was used effectively. The staff and residents had access to regular testing, and the facility complied with vaccination requirements for workers and visiting professionals.

Regarding how effectively the home meets health and dietary needs, the staff successfully addressed pandemic-related challenges such as weight loss by introducing creative solutions like taster sessions and world food theme days, which helped residents regain their appetites and stabilize their weight.

For the caring aspect, the home maintained meaningful social connections for residents during difficult times by offering alternative communication methods, including video calls, letter writing, outdoor visits, and talking through closed windows using intercom systems.

In terms of being responsive to individual needs, the team carried out thorough risk assessments for vulnerable residents and put practical mitigation plans in place where required.

Finally, for leadership and management, the provider demonstrated preparedness by having measures ready to handle potential staff shortages related to the pandemic and maintaining up-to-date infection control policies.