Ashfield (Skipton)

Ashfield (Skipton) is a care home run by North Yorkshire County Council providing nursing and personal care for up to 29 residents across three units on two floors, with one unit specializing in dementia care. At the time of inspection, 15 people were living at the home. The service had implemented robust safety measures including careful admission systems and screening processes for all staff, visitors and residents for COVID-19 symptoms. Alternative visiting arrangements such as window visits and video calls were in place, while occupancy was carefully managed to minimize risk. The home's layout had been adjusted to encourage social distancing, with a designated testing area and staff member allocated for this purpose. Families received regular communication through personalized monthly newsletters featuring pictures of activities taking place at the home.