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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 nursing home.

4.  The philosophy of care.

5.  The status and constitution of the nursing home.

6.  The organisational structure of the nursing home.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

15.  The arrangements for dealing with complaints.

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

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

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

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