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Sensory impairment care at home in Kingston upon Thames
Sensory impairment care is offered by 32 of the 48 home care agencies covering Kingston upon Thames. 97% of the 31 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding (versus 89% for sensory impairment care across England). 2 hold an Outstanding rating. Expect to pay here about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 11 home care agencies were last rated more than four years ago. Most recently, Blue Ribbon Community Care in South West London was rated Good on 23 March 2026.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
In short
- The London Borough of Kingston upon Thames offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- For dementia support, 30 have it on their CQC registration.
- 30 of the 31 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate and 1 is not yet rated.
- Latest CQC rating changes in London, checked daily.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Sensory impairment care at home in Kingston upon Thames", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 32CQC-registered agencies
- 97%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 30are registered for dementia
- 14inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Ranked providers of sensory impairment care
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 48
- Elderly care · 45
- Care for adults under 65 · 43
- Physical disability care · 40
- Dementia care · 39
- Learning disability care · 34
- Sensory impairment care · 32
- Mental health care · 30
- Supported living · 15
- Children's care · 7
- Eating disorder support · 6
This table lists each agency covering Kingston upon Thames registered for sensory impairment care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Kingston upon Thames centre.
Sensory impairment care in Kingston upon Thames: what the data shows
32 of the 48 agencies covering Kingston upon Thames are registered with CQC for sensory impairment care (67%). 97% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 98% for all agencies here and above the 89% for agencies registered for sensory impairment care across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for sensory impairment care: Comfort Care At Home, Blue Ribbon Community Care in South West London and Leys Consultants. The newest rating is from March 2026 and the oldest from November 2018; 14 fall within the last two years. 29 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Kingston upon Thames. 1 of them is not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Typical prices in London: about £37.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,800 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About sensory impairment care
Whether someone has lost some sight, some hearing, or both (known as deafblindness), the essentials are the same: carers who communicate clearly, surroundings and routines that make it safe to get around, and practical help with equipment and technology.
Before you choose: questions on sensory impairment care
- Do staff have sight loss or deaf awareness training?
- How do you keep people connected with family and activities?
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
- Can staff use British Sign Language or tactile signing if needed?
- How do you support hearing aids and other equipment?
Where to get support: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. Kingston upon Thames: sensory impairment care.
Sensory impairment care around Kingston upon Thames
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston upon Thames | – | 32 | 30 |
| Thames Ditton | 1.9 mi | 201 | 150 |
| Worcester Park | 2.5 mi | 15 | 15 |
| Claygate | 3.3 mi | 138 | 108 |
| Ewell | 3.4 mi | 198 | 145 |
| Esher | 3.6 mi | 139 | 108 |
| Richmond upon Thames | 3.9 mi | 17 | 12 |
Council support
Kingston upon Thames
The London Borough of Kingston upon Thames can assess care needs for free, whatever your savings, and may help pay if your savings are under £23,250.
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- Typical local prices for home care, overnight and live-in care
- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Questions families ask about sensory impairment care in Kingston upon Thames
How many agencies in Kingston upon Thames offer sensory impairment care?
Sensory impairment care is a registered specialism for 32 of the 48 agencies that are based in the borough of Kingston upon Thames (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Comfort Care At Home, Blue Ribbon Community Care in South West London and Leys Consultants.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Kingston upon Thames have?
Of the 31 that have been rated, 30 (97%) are rated Good or Outstanding, with 2 Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 1 here is still unrated.
What are typical home care prices in Kingston upon Thames?
Typical 2026 prices in London: visiting care £30–£40 an hour; sleeping night £190–£230; waking night £240–£320; live-in care £1,300–£1,800 a week. For 2026/27, the Homecare Association says council-funded home care in England is only sustainable at £34.42 an hour or more. Read the full cost guide.
Will the London Borough of Kingston upon Thames pay for home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: the London Borough of Kingston upon Thames cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with the London Borough of Kingston upon Thames.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Kingston upon Thames?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed visits, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 14 of the 32 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years. Older reports: 17. A checklist to help.
How does Kingston upon Thames compare with nearby towns for sensory impairment care?
Nearest towns we cover: Thames Ditton (1.9 miles): 201, 150 rated Good or Outstanding; Worcester Park (2.5 miles): 15, 15 rated Good or Outstanding; Claygate (3.3 miles): 138, 108 rated Good or Outstanding. Kingston upon Thames itself has 32, 30 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Sensory impairment care in nearby towns
- Sensory impairment care in Thames Ditton 1.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Worcester Park 2.5 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Claygate 3.3 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Ewell 3.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Esher 3.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Richmond upon Thames 3.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Epsom 4.3 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Merton 4.3 mi
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.