Mum with dementia locked out of care home at 3am in 'disgusting abuse'

Lorna Doran was 'abused' at her care home(Image: Supplied)

Mum with dementia locked out of care home at 3am in 'disgusting abuse'

TL;DR

  • Lorna Doran, 69, with early-onset dementia, allegedly experienced verbal and physical abuse at Mersey Parks Care Home.
  • Her son, Rob Ashcroft, reported she was locked outside the home at 3 am in the cold.
  • HC-One, the care home operator, confirmed abuse occurred and apologized, stating an investigation found a staff member failed to uphold standards.
  • A staff member was suspended and later resigned; the home also reported the incidents to the CQC, DBS, Liverpool City Council, and Merseyside Police.
  • Merseyside Police are investigating to determine if any criminal offenses were committed.