City's adult-care quality praised by commission

Health and social care leaders at Leeds City Council have welcomed the findings of a new report which praises the quality of care delivered to adults across the city.

- by Harriet Sutton

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) this week published its assessment of the authority's adult social care provision, rating the service as “good” and highlighting an array of strengths in its work to support people to live as well and as independently as possible.

In particular, the report praises the “skilled, knowledgeable and committed staff” who work in a way which promotes individuals’ strengths and show understanding of the city’s culturally-diverse communities and potential barriers to support.

It recognised that effective systems, process and practices are in place to safeguard people in Leeds against abuse and neglect.