Hiqa finds Waterford care home delayed reporting of abuse allegations to relevant authorities

Hiqa found the centre non-compliant in areas of staffing, the administration of medicine, and notification of incidents
The centre was found to be understaffed. It would typically close from 9.30am to 4.30pm with residents attending day services. File picture:Leon Farrell/RollingNews.ie

The centre was found to be understaffed. It would typically close from 9.30am to 4.30pm with residents attending day services. File picture:Leon Farrell/RollingNews.ie

Four incidents of alleged, suspected or confirmed abuse recorded at a Waterford City care home were not reported to the appropriate authorities in due course, according to the findings of health watchdog Hiqa.

At the time of the Hiqa inspection on February 23, Comeragh Residential Services cared for three intellectually disabled adults.

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