The Residential Care Homes Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005

Regulation 3(1)(c)

SCHEDULE 1INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

1.  The name and address of the registered provider and of any registered manager.

2.  The relevant qualifications and experience of the registered provider and any registered manager.

3.  The number, relevant qualifications and experience of the staff working at the residential care home.

4.  The philosophy of care.

5.  The status and constitution of the home.

6.  The organisational structure of the home.

7.  The number of residents to be accommodated or provided with services.

8.  The range of needs, (categories of care) that the home is intended to meet and the number in each category.

9.  Any criteria used for admission to the home, including the home’s policy and procedures (if any) for emergency admissions.

10.  The arrangements for residents to engage in social activities, hobbies and leisure interests.

11.  The arrangements made for consultation with residents about the operation of the home.

12.  The fire precautions and associated emergency procedures in the home.

13.  The arrangements made, so far as is practicable that residents have the opportunity to attend religious services of their choice.

14.  The arrangements made for contact between residents and their relatives, friends, representatives, and the local community where practicable.

15.  The arrangements for dealing with complaints.

16.  The arrangements made for dealing with reviews of the resident’s care plan referred to in regulation 16(1).

17.  The number and size of rooms in the home.

18.  Details of any specific therapeutic techniques used in the home and arrangements made for their supervision.

19.  The arrangements made for respecting the privacy and dignity of residents.