TANTALLON House in North Berwick has achieved an impressive rating from the Care Inspectorate following an unannounced visit to the home.
The Care Inspectorate system assesses each care home according to five categories, namely the planning of care, the setting, staff, leadership and wellbeing of residents.
Tantallon House achieved a ranking of ‘5’ in three categories and ‘4’ in a further two categories, demonstrating the exemplary quality of care provided. As well as spending two days in the home observing the day to day life of residents, the inspection team examined electronic data and records, spoke to families and reviewed 50 completed questionnaires from residents, relatives and members of staff.
Home manager Crystal Soriano said: “We are delighted to have this independent assessment of our service. “Our residents are amazing and we are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can enjoy their later years and take part in the activities and hobbies they enjoy, with appropriate support from a member of staff. “Tantallon House is a wonderful community and I’m so proud of my staff for all they do.”
Residents at the home, a member of the Morar Living group, benefit from an approach which promotes wellbeing and independence, with tailored support for their everyday needs.
Tantallon House has a namasté room, a peaceful, therapeutic area designed to provide a calming space that encourages relaxation and wellbeing.
In addition, the home is a member of the ‘ENRICH Scotland’ network, a national initiative dedicated to improving the quality of life, care, and treatment for older people.