Leopardstown Park Hospital

Staffing

Staffing levels and skill mix are generally appropriate, with full-time nursing cover and support from healthcare assistants and other staff. However, there are only 2.6 whole-time equivalent activities staff instead of the 4 stated in the provider's plan, and no cover arrangements for their absence, impacting activities provision.

Activities

There is a variety of group activities such as bingo, music sessions, and Mass attendance. One-to-one activities occur but are inconsistent due to staff shortages. Residents have requested more activities, and some units lack regular meaningful engagement.

Food

Residents are offered meal choices and can eat in their rooms or dining areas. Kitchen staff know residents' dietary needs. Some residents feel there is a lack of variety and that food texture sometimes discourages independence.

Dementia

Has a dedicated dementia unit. The centre provides care for residents with dementia across its units, including the Glens units and others within the main hospital building.

Summarised by AI from the HIQA report of 29 April 2026. Check the report for the full picture.Source report (PDF)