Care Inspectorate identifies 'serious' concerns at Cradlehall Care Home in Inverness
Serious and significant concerns have been identified during an inspection at an Inverness care home.
The concerns regard the quality of care at Cradlehall Care Home, a purpose-built 50-bed home offering residential, nursing and residential dementia care and care for young people with disabilities.
The Care Inspectorate, the Scottish Government’s regulatory body for the care industry, has submitted an application to the sheriff court seeking cancellation of the care home’s registration.
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The home was acquired by St Philips Care after being put up for sale last year by the previous operators HC-One.
A spokesperson for the Care Inspectorate said: "An inspection has identified serious and significant concerns about the quality of care experienced by residents at Cradlehall Care Home in Inverness.
"We understand this is a difficult and distressing time for residents, their loved ones and staff at the home.
"However, our first priority is always the health and wellbeing of residents.
"Because of our concerns about the safety and wellbeing of residents we have submitted an application to the sheriff court seeking cancellation of the care home’s registration.
"This could allow new care arrangements to be put in place for residents of the home.
"We are working closely with our partners including NHS Highland to ensure that residents experience appropriate care that meets their needs during this difficult time."
