A care home has been ordered to improve after inspectors found the ‘unsafe’ use of medicines had put elderly residents at ‘increased risk of harm’. Berrycroft Manor, in Romiley, Stockport, provides personal care for up to 78 older people, including those living with dementia.
Previously rated as ‘good’, it has now been downrated to ‘requires improvement’ following a three-day visit by CQC officials earlier this year.Its first inspection since 2018, the watchdog found the of the Berrycroft Lane home met people’s needs ‘through good organisation and delivery, while residents were also said to feel safe and happy - one describing staff as ‘absolutely wonderful’.
The home says it has now put measures in place to minimise any future risks regarding medicines and care plans. However, inspectors noted some serious failings - including three breaches of care regulations.
