All the policies that a care home needs to stay compliant with the current regulations and with the CQC.
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} takes a proactive, evidence-based approach to preventing and managing pressure ulcers. Pressure ulcers (also known as pressure sores or bedsores) can cause serious harm, pain, and infection, and their prevention is a […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Mealtimes Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s approach to providing a positive, person-centred, and nutritionally balanced mealtime experience for the people we support. It ensures compliance with CQC regulations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and Regulation 14 – Meeting Nutritional and Hydration Needs. […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Pets Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines the approach of {{org_field_name}} to managing pets within the care home environment, ensuring that the presence of animals enhances the well-being of the people we support while maintaining hygiene, safety, and infection control standards. The policy aims to: 2. Scope This policy applies […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Professional Development Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} provides structured, high-quality professional development and training opportunities to all employees, enabling them to deliver outstanding, person-centred care in compliance with CQC regulations. This policy ensures: 2. Scope This policy applies to: 3. Legal and […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Supporting Personal and Sexual Relationships Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to supporting the people we support in developing and maintaining personal and sexual relationships while ensuring their rights, dignity, and safety. It aligns with CQC regulations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Paternity Leave Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} provides fair, consistent, and legally compliant paternity leave and pay to eligible employees. This policy is designed to support employees who are becoming parents, ensuring they have time to bond with their child, support their […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Oral Care Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out {{org_field_name}}’s arrangements for promoting and protecting the oral health of people living at the service and for ensuring that they receive safe, person-centred support with their mouth care and timely access to appropriate dental services. Oral care forms part of a […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Online Safety Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out {{org_field_name}}’s arrangements for promoting a safe and secure online and digital environment for staff, the people we support and visitors, and for protecting personal information processed through digital systems. The policy supports compliance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008; […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Occupational Health and Employee Wellbeing Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} maintains a safe, healthy, and supportive working environment for all employees. Occupational health and employee wellbeing are critical to ensuring high-quality care, reducing staff absence, and improving morale and retention. This policy […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Verification of Expected Deaths by Registered Nurses Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out the arrangements for the safe, lawful and dignified verification of an expected adult death by a Registered Nurse at {{org_field_name}}. It distinguishes verification of the fact of death from certification of the medical cause of death […]
