Longlast

“Date of Assessment: 5 to 25 August 2026. Longlast is a residential care home supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic people, including people with dementia. This assessment was planned due to the length of time since we last inspected. The home was fully occupied, with 11 people living there. We assessed the service against the principles of CQC’s Right support, right care, right culture regulatory guidance which ensures people with a learning disability and autistic people are supported to have choice, control, independence and inclusion in their lives. Although this was a slightly larger care home for people with a learning disability and autistic people, the provider clearly demonstrated it delivered high-quality, person-centred care that met the needs of all the people in the home.”

“The service provided exceptionally person-centred care and support that consistently achieved positive outcomes for people. People told us they were happy, felt safe and were supported to live fulfilling lives. A person said, “I'm very happy here.” Staff developed meaningful and trusting relationships with people and had a detailed understanding of their individual needs, preferences and aspirations. People received exceptionally personalised support that enabled them to have maximum choice, independence and control over their lives. Staff consistently went above and beyond to help people achieve their goals, take part in meaningful activities, contribute to their home, enjoy holidays and access community opportunities that reflected their individual interests and aspirations. Innovative and creative approaches to communication ensured people could express their wishes, be fully involved in decisions and influence the support they received. The service had a significant and lasting impact on people's wellbeing, confidence and independence, with people, relatives and professionals consistently describing highly positive outcomes and an enhanced quality of life.”