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Woodland Grove

Rectory Lane, Loughton, Essex, IG10 3RU
CQC Overall Rating
Good
Beds
72
Care type
Nursing homes
Specialism
Dementia
Registered since
3 July 2017
Last inspection
7 September 2022
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CQC ratings by category

Inspected 7 September 2022 · report published 5 October 2022
Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-led
Good

What inspectors found

Here's a summary for Woodland Grove's profile on your website:

This CQC inspection report provides an overview of Woodland Grove, assessing its commitment to providing quality care. The inspection focused on key areas to ensure residents are safe, well-cared for, and that the service is effectively managed. The findings indicate a home where residents and their families generally feel positive about the care provided.

Regarding safety, the home ensures residents are protected from harm. Staff are well-recruited with appropriate checks in place, and they receive necessary training. The service has systems to minimise infection risks and learns from any incidents. Medicines are managed by trained staff, and risk assessments are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure residents' well-being.

In terms of how effective the care is, residents are supported to make choices and live their lives with maximum autonomy, with staff always acting in their best interests. Care plans are person-centred, designed to ensure residents' safety and overall welfare.

The care delivered is described as kind and attentive. Residents and their relatives express satisfaction with the staff, often describing them as lovely and attentive. Interactions observed between staff and residents were positive, highlighting a compassionate approach to care.

When considering how responsive the service is, people's needs are met effectively. The home ensures residents can maintain connections with loved ones through supported visiting arrangements, contributing to their overall happiness and well-being.

Finally, concerning how well-led the service is, the registered manager demonstrates strong oversight. A culture of learning and development is encouraged, and systems are in place to regularly review care quality and resident experiences. Staff feel supported and share the manager's vision for providing excellent care. Feedback from residents and staff is actively sought and considered.

Editorial summary, written from the official CQC inspection report. Read the full CQC report →

This is an editorial summary intended to make the inspection findings easier to read — it is not a substitute for the full report, and is not medical or care advice.

At a glance

Regulated activity
Accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care
Registration status
Registered
Local authority
Essex

Estimated weekly cost

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Specialisms & care types

Nursing homes Caring for adults over 65 yrsCaring for adults under 65 yrsDementiaPhysical disabilitiesSensory impairment

Location & nearby homes

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Frequently asked

Good, following the inspection on 7 September 2022.

Yes — Dementia is listed among Woodland Grove's registered specialisms with the CQC.

Woodland Grove is registered for 72 beds.