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HIQA PUBLISHES REPORT ON REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AT OUGHTERARD OWEN RIFF NURSING HOME
Date Published: 26-Nov-2012
The Health, Information and Quality Authority has today (Nov 26)published its latest inspection report into Owen Riff nursing home in Oughterard.
It’s based on an unannounced inspection in September with the purpose of monitoring ongoing regulatory compliance.
The HSE has been the registered provider of the facility since earlier this year due to an order by the District Court in accordance with Section 64 of the Health Act 2007.
In this report, the items inspected against over two days included Safeguarding and Safety, Health and Safety and Risk Management,Medication Management,Notification of Incidents, Food and Nutrition and Suitable Staffing.
Overall, this latest inspection, while under the operation of the HSE, found that residents’ healthcare needs were being well met.
Residents had access to a range of allied health professionals, and general practitioners carried out regular medical reviews of residents.
However, the inspector was significantly concerned that the health and safety of all residents had not been safeguarded.
These concerns related to the safety of some immobile residents in the event of an emergency evacuation from the centre, the absence of an emergency plan, the inappropriate use of metal bedrails and inadequate precautions taken to protect residents from abuse.
An action plan was issued over various points and responded to by the provider earlier this month.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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