Rose Cottage care home in Thornton rated 'good' by CQC

Rose Cottage, on Kipping Lane in Thornton, was rated 'inadequate' and put into special measures by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in July 2023.

But now the care home, which supports adults - some with dementia or physical disabilities - has jumped up two ratings to 'good'.

Rose Cottage celebrate the new rating (Image: Newsquest)It comes after it was visited by CQC inspectors on January 24 and 31.

The family-run care home, which first opened its doors in 1986, has been under the current ownership since 2006.

Inspectors found the service provided to residents was well-led, safe, and effective (Image: Newsquest)Inspectors found the service provided to residents was well-led, safe, and effective.

Residents were seen to be always being treated with dignity and respect.

The report said: "People and relatives were positive about the service and reported noticeable improvements in the home and the quality of care provided.

"Staff were described as kind, caring and respectful."

Staff were described as kind, caring and respectful (Image: Newsquest)Inspectors saw improvements had been made regarding handling medicines, accessing risk, and preventing infections.

The report added: "Medicines were managed safely, and people were in receipt of safe care and treatment. People's care records were up to date and reflective of their needs. The home was clean and well maintained."

The family-run care home, which first opened its doors in 1986, has been under the current ownership since 2006 (Image: Newsquest)Staffing and recruitment, which was an issue at the previous inspection, had also been rectified.

Inspectors found they were now clear about their roles and understanding quality performance.

The report said: "Recruitment processes had been improved and were safe and robust. Staff had received all the necessary training to do their jobs safely and effectively."

The inspection was carried out by two inspectors, a medicines inspector and an Expert by Experience.

They spoke with five people who used the service and five relatives about their experience of the care provided.

They also talked to eight staff including the manager and care workers.

Owner Rajal Karavdra (left) was delighted with the new rating (Image: Newsquest)Owner Rajal Karavdra said: "I owe the success to our Rose Cottage community – the residents, staff and families whose unwavering faith drove my determination.

"Our unity shows what can be achieved in just seven months from the last inspection.

"I am so incredibly proud of our home and this achievement.

"It was with enormous pride that I was able to showcase the improvements during the inspection process.

"The lead CQC inspector praised the staff for the outstanding care provided and just how happy everyone is at Rose Cottage."