WHY IS HYGIENE IMPORTANT?
Good hygiene practices are essential in preventing the spread of illness, and keeping people healthy. Within a care home, good hygiene is essential as our immune system begins to weaken with age and can become more susceptible to illness.
Bad hygiene in a care home can increase the spread of germs and prove dangerous or fatal for residents who have existing health issues. Good hygiene practice creates a much happier environment for residents and employees, critical for good wellbeing and morale. In this guide, we will discuss all of the questions you may have about improving hygiene in care homes and also personal hygiene care for the elderly.
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
When it comes to regulating hygiene in care homes, the Care Quality Commission is an independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. There are five key areas the CQC focus on when inspecting care homes, which all staff should be aware of:
- Safety
- Effectiveness
- Caring
- Responsiveness
- Well-led