Couple of care services in Kingston meeting expectations

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A pair of social care services have been found to be 'good'.

The Care Quality Commission is in charge of inspecting social care services across England. The organisation judges care providers across various metrics – with the best possible rating being 'outstanding', and the worst 'inadequate'.

The latest data from the CQC shows two providers have been rated in Kingston in November.

Caremark (Kingston) – a community-based service – was awarded a 'good' rating on November 10. Its latest inspection was on October 13.

Another care provider, Surbitonian Gardens at Poppy Court, was also given a 'good' rating, having last been inspected on September 7. The rating was published on November 10.

A 'good' score means the provider is meeting expectations.