LIVERPOOL City Council’s decision to become the registered provider for two nursing care homes is already delivering impressive results, creating new roles and boosting local employment.
The council has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to residents at Millvina House in Anfield and Brushwood Nursing Home in Speke, following the Cabinet decision last September to continue as the Care Quality Commission registered provider for both homes.
After reviewing all options, it concluded that continuing as provider offered the most stable and effective solution for residents
Since then, the Council has worked closely with health partners and PC24, who provide nursing care at the homes, to deliver service improvements and prioritise the wellbeing of residents and staff.
This approach has already created more than 80 new roles.
Councillor Angela Coleman, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, said: “I’m incredibly proud of how well our takeover of management has gone, and even more proud of the dedication shown by staff at both homes to continue to drive improvements for the wellbeing of our residents.
“Recruitment has been hugely positive, with more than 300 applications received, creating a strong talent pool for future opportunities. All posts have now been shortlisted, and interviews have already led to the appointment of seven senior roles.
“Our partnership with PC24 has strengthened services and created an even more stable environment for residents and staff.”
Pictured are staff at Millvina Care Home in Anfield.