Away Day Care received a Good rating across all five key questions at its first CQC inspection in September 2022, demonstrating strong person-centred care for people with learning disabilities and autism across its respite, supported living, and domiciliary services. No areas of concern were identified, with inspectors highlighting exemplary leadership, governance, staff development, and community engagement.
Strengths
· Person-centred care underpinned by Right Support, Right Care, Right Culture principles, with staff empowering people with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives.
· Robust safeguarding systems, thorough risk assessments including positive behaviour support plans, and safe medicines management with STOMP awareness.
· Highly effective transition support for people moving to supported living, delivered at the individual's pace in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.
· Strong staff training culture including tailored induction, CHAPs course for senior staff, and champions in specialist areas such as oral health and safeguarding.
· Excellent governance with monthly computer-based audits, random care file selection, and clear oversight by registered manager and deputy.