Cultural and Spiritual Support Audit - Care Homes

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  • Are residents’ cultural, spiritual, and religious needs assessed on admission and included in their care plans?
  • Are residents supported to observe religious practices (e.g., prayer times, dietary laws, holy days) in a dignified and meaningful way?
  • Are personal identity factors such as ethnicity, language, sexuality, and gender identity respected and reflected in daily routines?
  • Are spiritual and religious representatives (e.g., priests, imams, chaplains) welcomed into the home at the resident’s request?
  • Are dietary needs related to faith or culture consistently met and verified by kitchen staff?
  • Are celebration days (e.g., Diwali, Christmas, Ramadan, Hanukkah) recognised and adapted for individual residents?
  • Are residents given private spaces or quiet time to engage in reflection, prayer, or spiritual activity?
  • Are personal artefacts, symbols, or items of religious significance respected and safely stored if needed?
  • Are staff trained in cultural competence and understanding unconscious bias in care delivery?
  • Is language support (e.g., interpreters, translated materials) available for residents with limited English?
  • Are care plans and activities adapted to reflect individual identity, history, and personal meaning—not just clinical needs?
  • Are cultural and spiritual preferences considered in end-of-life care planning (e.g., rituals, after-death practices)?
  • Are diverse books, music, food options, and décor used to reflect the cultural backgrounds of residents?
  • Are staff encouraged to ask respectful questions when unsure about a resident’s faith or cultural needs?
  • Is there a policy or guidance on supporting LGBTQ+ residents with respect and inclusion?
  • Are residents encouraged to express who they are and share their cultural identity with others if they wish?
  • Are residents who do not identify with a faith given the same respect and autonomy around spiritual expression or non-participation?
  • Is feedback gathered from residents and families about whether their cultural and spiritual needs are being met?
  • Are safeguarding or dignity concerns flagged if cultural or spiritual needs are not respected by others?
  • Are cultural themes explored in resident meetings, activities planning, or care reviews?
  • Are outside cultural groups or faith-based organisations invited to contribute to wellbeing and inclusion in the home?
  • Are any cultural tensions or misunderstandings between residents or staff addressed sensitively and constructively?
  • Is spiritual distress recognised as part of holistic care and supported appropriately (e.g., through life story work, counselling)?
  • Are cultural and spiritual practices considered in routines such as personal care, sleep, dress, and greetings?
  • Are inclusive, multicultural practices embedded in the home's policies, training, and quality monitoring?