Activity Audit

Use this Activity Audit Checklist to review care home activity provisions, including planning, engagement, and more, ensuring meaningful activities for residents. This audit can be conducted quarterly. References: CQC Regulation 9 (Person-Centred Care), Regulation 10 (Dignity and Respect), Regulation 17 (Good Governance), Legislation: Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, Local Authority: Performance Assessment Measures (PAMs), Guidance: NICHE Care Home Guidance, NICE Guidelines on Mental Wellbeing of Older People in Care Homes

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Activity Audit

Activity Audit

Activity Coordinator And Role Awareness

Activity Planning And Equipment

Resident And Family Engagement

Resident Background And Preferences

Resident Rights And Visitor Interaction

Reminiscence And Memory Support

Orientation And Daily Engagement

Physical And Focused Activities

Review And Continuous Improvement

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Activity Audit

1. Is there a designated activity person?

2. Are staff aware of the role of the activity person?

3. Are staff supportive of the activity person’s role?

1. Are activity plans available?

2. Is there a good supply of activity equipment?

3. Is activity equipment readily available?

4. Is equipment checked regularly? How often/by whom

1. On viewing the Home, is the enquirer introduced to the activity coordinator and given the opportunity to ask questions?

2. During viewing, are prospective Residents and Families given the opportunity to look at activity documentation?

3. Is an up-to-date activity programme displayed clearly in the entrance foyer in an easily readable format? (Photograph Mandatory)

4. Is there an up-to-date copy of the Home's latest Newsletter displayed clearly in the entrance foyer in an easily readable format? (Photograph Mandatory)

5. Does the activity person have involvement in creating the Home's newsletter?

6. Are copies of the activity programme displayed in individual rooms for Residents to consult daily?

7. Are copies of the Newsletter displayed in individual rooms for Residents to consult daily?

8. On admission, does the activity coordinator have any involvement in the admission procedure?

9. Does the activity coordinator complete a History/Life Story sheet or book on each Resident admitted?

1. Does the activity coordinator have a completed Social/Spiritual/Cultural background form on record?

2. Are details of Next of Kin included in the activity records?

3. Is Resident preference considered when the activity programme is devised?

4. Are spiritual needs considered when compiling the activity programme?

5. Are Residents regularly taken to the Church of their faith? If not, is the Service available in the Home?

6. Are cultural needs considered when compiling the activity programme?

7. Are records available of previous occupations?

8. Is a Family Tree created to establish a Resident’s background?

9. Is a record kept of family members and friends who are likely to visit?

1. Are Residents able to receive visitors in private?

2. Are Residents given the opportunity to refuse visitors?

3. Are refreshments offered when Residents receive visitors?

4. Are Residents encouraged to use the garden facilities?

5. Are there any garden activities in the activity programme?

1. Is there a reminiscence area provided in the Home?

2. Is reminiscence encouraged as part of the activity programme?

3. Is reminiscence themed or spontaneous?

4. Are staff encouraged to continue reminiscence during care giving?

1. Does the activity programme encourage orientation to time, place, and person?

2. Are daily newspapers and periodicals readily available for Residents in communal areas of the Home?

3. Are newspapers and periodicals all up to date?

4. Is time given to assist those with visual problems to read newspapers and periodicals.

5. Does activity provision include those with visual, hearing, and communication problems?

6. Do activity records detail communication problems?

1. Does the activity programme include arm, feet, and general movement activities?

2. Does the activity programme include focused activities such as Bingo and Crafts?

3. Are full records held securely detailing type of activity, level of involvement, and outcome?

1. Is a 6-monthly review held between the activity coordinator and Senior staff to discuss changes in Residents and activity needs? Observation/Discussion

2. How frequently is the activity provision reviewed?

3. Is the activity programme created monthly with the involvement of the Residents in the Home?

4. Is the activity programme repeated on a rolling basis?

5. Are visitors encouraged to get involved in the activities in the Home?

6. Are visitors encouraged to be involved in the creation of the activity programme?