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The information in this section can take you through the whole care process – from accessing support from your council to planning for end of life.

Find out about the different types of care available and how to access it. Learn about care home fees and paying for care. Use our handy checklists to help you choose the right care service. You may also find it useful to read our local Care Service Directories, which are published with local authorities across England and Wales. Find your local directory here.

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Our Regional Care Directories are local guides on the care and support available in your area and how to access it. To view or order your free printed copy View your local care directory

CQC rating – what’s this?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the official regulator for the care sector. They inspect care homes and care services to make sure they are safe, caring, effective, responsive and well-led.

There are four ratings awarded:

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate

SCI rating – what’s this?

The Scottish Care Inspectorate (SCI) is the official regulator for care services in Scotland.

They inspect care services to ensure they are supporting peoples wellbeing; appropriately setup; properly planning out care; are well led; and effectively staffed, each criteria is given a grade out of 6.

  1. Unsatisfactory
  2. Weak
  3. Adequate
  4. Good
  5. Very good
  6. Excellent

CIW rating – what’s this?

Care Services in Wales are inspected and regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales to ensure everyone gets safe, high-quality care that meets their needs. Care Services in Wales are not allowed to operate unless they’re registered with the Care Inspectorate.

Care services are evaluated in the following areas: Wellbeing, Care & Support, Environment, Leadership & Management.

You can read the CIW reports for each care service by clicking into their listing.

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