Dementia Care Centre awarded gold standard kitemark for end of life care
The Gold Standards Framework accreditation has been awarded to Limewood, which is our specialist dementia care centre in Stafford.
The Gold Standards Framework is a recognised kitemark of excellence in the provision of ‘gold standard’ care for all people nearing the end of their life. Accreditation is recognised by Care Quality Commission and Care England amongst other professional bodies.
Claire Wilson, Registered Manager, Limewood, said, “This accreditation is the ultimate quality standard in supporting patients and families during the last phase of life. It recognises that the team here at Limewood work to the highest standards when it comes to compassionate, personalised and proactive end of life care.”
Nigel Downs, Managing Director of Care and Support said, ‘It’s testament to the highly skilled and professional dementia care team we have at Limewood, who have worked through the rigorous accreditation process, which recognises their outstanding professionalism and dedication to all the people in our care.”
Limewood is a forward thinking and fresh approach to dementia care providing dementia care for every stage and every age. Based in Stafford and operated by Choices part of The Wrekin Housing Group, the purpose-built centre delivers a seamless service, from early diagnosis to end of life care. Relatives and residents benefit from the quality of care and expertise offered whilst experiencing familiar, safe and comfortable surroundings.
7th April 2020