[Paul Turner]

We also updated our handbook to include a ban on smoking anywhere inside for residents and their visitors. We agreed not to retrospectively apply to our 1 known smoker at the time.

[Paul Turner]

We do not have a separate policy – however as part of the licence agreement we supply a cooker, hob, extractor hood, and fridge freezer to all our kitchens. The Almshouses are responsible for their maintenance/replacement. We do not supply washing machines or dryers, or maintain them. We do offer to have the residents own washing machines installed, as we can be certain that they are properly installed and minimise the risk of leaks.

[Paul Turner]

Thank you Tina

It feels like an impossible situation. By definition of being kept in hospital, the resident cannot live independently (at this moment in time, or if ever – no-one is telling us) and no-one can look into the future. She has an ASC worker and another social worker. I have been told there is a ward meeting today! Hope to have some information.

I have also booked a meeting with a solicitor to discuss the legal aspect – but for us, it is more of a moral dilemma. If we cancel the licence, she will not be able to be discharged and the local authority will need to find alternative accommodation. She has occupied the property for less time than she has been in hospital.

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