Elton Lodge
Social Care Org · South East
Overall Rating
Last inspected 11 March 2015
Domain Ratings
Safe
Effective
Caring
Responsive
Well-led
2 must-do actions
3 should-do actions
Must-Do Actions (2)
Legal requirements based on regulation breaches identified during inspection.
Must Do
Effective
The provider must ensure that care workers are knowledgeable about the requirements of The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and that documentation always shows people's decisions to receive care have been appropriately assessed, respected and documented.
Must Do
Effective
The provider must ensure that care workers understand legislation regarding the use and application of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
Should-Do Actions (3)
Recommended improvements to enhance service quality.
Should Do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that risk assessments are always reviewed at the identified times to ensure people are receiving care which is appropriate for their needs.
Should Do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that people living in the home who may have dementia are appropriately assessed by a healthcare professional to form a diagnosis, and that records show evidence of referral for diagnosis.
Should Do
Responsive
The provider should ensure that people are engaged in meaningful activities with sufficient frequency, and review policies that discourage staff interaction during breaks if it benefits residents' engagement.
Location Details
CQC ID: 1-110985235
Local Authority: West Sussex
Region: South East
Inspection Report
Type: Comprehensive inspection
Date: 11 March 2015
Rating: Requires Improvement
Actions:
2 must-do
,
3 should-do
AI-extracted 17 Feb 2026