A care home has been rated "good' following a visit from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Vaughan Lee House in Orchard Lane, Ilminster, was given the rating following an inspection in January, with the full report available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-115047069.
The home specialises in the care of older people, and at the time of the inspection, 25 people were living at the home.
At the last inspection, four breaches of regulation were found, relating to safe care and treatment, staffing, safeguarding people from abuse, and good governance.
However, the report said: "We found further improvements were needed to make sure everyone’s records were up to date and gave staff clear guidance to enable them to provide good quality care.
"Quality monitoring systems were now improved but needed further development to make sure they always led to improvements where needed."
Because of this, the care home is no longer in breach of regulations.
The CQC also highlighted that people had their needs assessed when they moved to the home to ensure it was the right place for them.
Some improvements were needed to ensure reviews of assessments reflected people’s current needs, and the provider took action to address these issues.
Staff were found to know people well and respected them as individuals.
They now received training and supervision to ensure they supported people in accordance with up-to-date good practice guidance and legislation.
Medicines were safely managed, and all areas of the home were well maintained, clean, and fresh.
Staff felt well supported and were described as "kind and compassionate."
Visitors were always welcome at the home, and the registered manager and provider were described as "friendly and approachable."
They were visible in the home, which led to an open culture where people and staff felt able to raise concerns.
People living at the home said they felt safe and were happy with the care they received.
They said there were enough staff and they did not have to wait for long periods of time when they required support.
The report said: "People’s independence was respected and people told us how important this was to them.
"People made choices about their day to day lives which enabled them to stay in control.
"People were treated as individuals and were able to follow their own routines."
One person told the CQC the best thing about living at Vaughan Lee House was: "They respect each individual and their personalities."
People were complimentary about the food served, and specialist diets were provided to meet people’s needs and preferences.
One person said: "They make me meals that I like.
"I know they make another person sandwiches in the night if they are hungry."
People had opportunities to take part in a range of activities and trips out, ensuring they could follow their interests and remain part of their community.
They said they would be comfortable making a complaint if they had any issues with the care and support they received.
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