The flu vaccination toolkit for care homes
18 September 2020
Flu and flu vaccination 2020/21: A toolkit for care homes.
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Content type: Tools and TemplateTools and Templates
Please click on the title to access the full post and linked documents
Winter Readiness Toolkit
14 September 2020
The NHS England and NHS Improvement South West tool kit is designed to help care homes and other residential care settings plan and prepare for winter infections and outbreaks, and this year’s kit contains new COVID-19 resources, as well as redesigned resources on flu / other respiratory infections and viral gastroenteritis.
React to falls
1 September 2020
React to falls – useful resource how to reduce the risk of falls.
Data Security Toolkit registration by 30 September 2020
1 September 2020
The Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) is a free, online self-assessment for health and care providers to evaluate and improve their data and cyber security. In the wake of COVID-19, DSPT compliance requirements were paused. However, all CQC-registered care providers must now register for DSPT by 30 September 2020. Registration is required for care Continue reading…
Infection, Prevention and Control (IPC) Compliance Assessment Tool
21 August 2020
This compliance assessment is a simple tool which has been developed using the most recent information from the CQC and others. It will help you know how well you are doing, identify areas in which you need to improve and bring the guidance together into one place.
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Content type: Tools and TemplateSupporting people with their money
17 August 2020
Having money and having access and control over money is a key element that enables people to live with dignity and security. Most people are able to maintain control over their own money and are able to make choices about how they spend their money. However, many people who receive support and care do not Continue reading…
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Content type: Tools and TemplateInfection Control Audit Tools
17 August 2020
Please find Infection Control Management and Environmental Audit Tools for your reference as a starting point for the documentation that you should have in place as a provider of care and support services. Devon County Council considers these resources to be acceptable and contract-compliant but you may wish to check with CQC and any other commissioners whether Continue reading…
Care Plan Template and Completed Example Care Plan
17 August 2020
The Care Plan Template is provided for your reference as a starting point for the documentation that you should have in place as a provider of care and support services. Please also see worked Example Care Plan for information. Devon County Council considers this resource to be acceptable and contract-compliant but you may wish to Continue reading…
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Content type: Tools and TemplateLegionella Resource Tools
17 August 2020
Legionella resource tools are for your reference as a starting point for the documentation that you should have in place as a provider of care and support services. Devon County Council considers these resources to be acceptable and contract-compliant but you may wish to check with CQC and any other commissioners whether they consider the Continue reading…
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Content type: Tools and TemplateService Improvement Plan template
17 August 2020
The Service Improvement Plan template is provided for your reference as a starting point for the documentation that you should have in place as a provider of care and support services. Please also see worked Example Service Improvement Plan for information. Devon County Council considers this resource to be acceptable and contract-compliant but you may wish to Continue reading…
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Tags: Day Services, Enabling, Supported LivingContent type: Tools and Template