GSF (Gold Standards Framework) accredited care homes are those that have achieved a nationally recognized standard for excellence in end-of-life care.
Abbey Court received an incredible 100% full marks to gain their GSF Quality Mark in End of Life Care on the 12th June 2025 when GSF assessors visited the home.
This could not have been possible without the incredibly dedicated, passionate and hardworking staff of Abbey Court, who go above and beyond every day in caring for residents.
The home received a glowing assessment report, with the areas of strength being highlighted as:
– High quality care in the final days
– Awareness of the needs of relatives, friends and carers and
proactive support offered at transition into the care home, during the final
days and in bereavement
– Compassionate dignity-enhancing care is given by all staff, who are
themselves supported and enabled through reflective practice and self-care,
within a compassionate culture
The assessment report also recognised the staff of Abbey Court directly, with assessors commenting;
“Staff were welcoming and prepared for the visit. Staff members were observed to have
a good rapport with residents. They were positive, encouraging
and attentive to the needs of the residents. Staff showed good
rapport and respect for each other”
Residents of the home were included in the assessment, with the report highlighting a resident who had been in the home for 18 months who had said that she was “very happy” with the care that she received. A gentleman who had lived in the home for 3 years said that they have supported him to be as independent as he can be and have also supported his family.
A message from Home Manager Mandy Leadbetter on the home’s incredible achievement;
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“I am extremely proud of the team for achieving this award especially at our first submission. Every staff member has played a part in us gaining this accreditation.
Giving care through the end stage of life is a special time, fulfilling residents and family wishes. For us it’s about evidencing what we do every day and the quality of care we give. Incorporating the GSF tools in the home has helped us achieve the outcomes expected.
Abbey Court is well known for our end-of life care in the area, and this is great evidence to support what we do well. Well done to the staff and to the residents and families who always support us”
The home will receive their official award at the GSF Awards Event, taking place in September.
