Parry House

“Who the service is for”

“Parry House provides personal care and support for up to 8 people with health needs, learning disabilities and autistic people. We have assessed the service against ‘Right support, right care, right culture’ guidance to make judgements about whether the provider guaranteed people with a learning disability and autistic people respect, equality, dignity, choices, independence, and good access to local communities that most people take for granted. We found people were supported in accordance with this guidance.”

“The accommodation was provided within a two-storey dwelling which was located with other homes close by, lived in by people with care and support needs. The provider ensured people were supported to access communities beyond the location and recognised the importance of people having access to a variety of people, facilities and opportunities. For example, cycling, garden centres, cafes, swimming, outings and holidays. This had enabled an open culture to develop where people were less likely to be at risk of deliberate or unintentional harm. The model of care supported people to be as independent as they were able to be.”

“People living in the home had access to outdoor and indoor communal areas and had their own personalised bedrooms. This supported a familiar and comfortable environment, allowing staff to adapt their approach to people’s individual needs and preferences. The home was located next door to an activity centre called the Reilly Rooms, which provided people with opportunities to take part in activities including arts and crafts, baking and puzzles.”

“Key findings We carried out this assessment from 8 October 2026 to 21 October 2026. This service was previously rated as good. We carried out this assessment to confirm whether the rating of good remains accurate. This report does not provide detailed information on areas where we found practice continues to meet a good standard.”

“People can only be deprived of their liberty to receive care and treatment with appropriate legal authority. In care homes, this can be done through a procedure called the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), which is part of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA). We checked whether the service was working within the principles of the MCA and how they managed DoLS within the service. We found that staff and management worked within the MCA. DoLS authorisations were appropriately applied for and overseen. People were not subject to unlawful or excessive restrictions they had choice, control and freedom over their lives. Staff confirmed they received DoLs training and told us they supported people in their “best interests” and in the “least restrictive” manner.”

“Accidents, incidents and safeguarding concerns were recorded and monitored, enabling the provider to identify themes and trends and take action to keep people safe from abuse. Risks to people were assessed, including those associated with their health conditions, to ensure appropriate support was provided. The environment was clean, well maintained and free from hazards, with appropriate safety checks completed. Equipment was serviced. Safe recruitment practices were followed. Staff received training to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to provide safe, effective and personalised support, including training in safeguarding, autism and learning disability. Medicines were administered as prescribed.”

“People’s care records were reviewed regularly and contained assessments covering areas such as personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration. People had access to external healthcare professionals, including GPs, physiotherapists,…”