Care home rated inadequate for second time

A care home has been rated inadequate for a second time after inspectors found more problems than on an earlier visit.

Autumn House, in Sandown, Isle of Wight, had space for 42 people but was caring for 27, many of whom had dementia, when it was visited between 4 February and 7 March.

In March, the previous manager told the Care Quality Commission (CQC) that they were going to resign and the home is now under new management.

A spokesperson for the new provider, which also runs homes in Dorset, said it would "work tirelessly to bring about the required changes" needed.

The CQC said inspectors found 11 breaches of regulations on an earlier visit in April 2024, which they inspected after a whistle-blower raised concerns, and found "completely unacceptable" standards of care.

But earlier this year they found those issues had not been addressed and that there was another issue in ensuring that staff were being employed safely.

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