Antokol

Antokol provides personal and nursing care for up to 36 people, with 32 residents at the time of inspection. The home is owned by a Polish charity and maintains a strong Polish ethos, primarily serving people with Polish connections. The premises are clean and hygienic throughout, with a layout that promotes safety and good hygiene practice.

The home has established safe visiting arrangements, allowing relatives to maintain contact through video calls and telephone communications. Staff send pictures and short films to family members to provide reassurance about residents' wellbeing. Visitor procedures are provided in both English and Polish. All visitors, including health and social care professionals, are screened for respiratory symptoms before entry and supported to follow guidance on personal protective equipment and social distancing.