Home care · Oxfordshire
Sensory impairment care at home in Kidlington
19 of the 32 home care agencies covering Kidlington offer sensory impairment care, from 17 providers. The Orders Of St. John Care Trust has the most, at 3. CQC has rated 15 of them, and 87% are Good or Outstanding, against 89% for sensory impairment care across England. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 12 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 2 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Eleanor Nursing and Social Care Ltd - Oxford Office, rated Requires improvement on 26 June 2025.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- New and changed CQC ratings across Oxfordshire, updated every day.
- 18 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- Whatever your savings, Oxfordshire council will assess care needs for free.
- Good or Outstanding: 13 of the 15 rated agencies; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate; 4 are still waiting for a first rating.
Citation: "Sensory impairment care at home in Kidlington", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 19CQC-registered agencies
- 87%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 18support people with dementia
- 2inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Providers offering sensory impairment care
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 32
- Dementia care · 30
- Elderly care · 28
- Physical disability care · 28
- Care for adults under 65 · 26
- Sensory impairment care · 19
- Learning disability care · 17
- Mental health care · 14
- Supported living · 6
- Children's care · 5
- Substance misuse support · 4
- Eating disorder support · 3
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Care Outlook (Oxford) | Apr 2024 | 4.7 miles | 5 | |
| 2 | Oxfordshire Children - Young People & Families | Feb 2019 | under 0.5 miles | 3 | |
| 3 | Homeease Care Solutions Limited | Dec 2018 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | OSJCT Moorside Place | Dec 2019 | 0.5 miles | 5 | |
| 5 | Caremark (West Oxfordshire & Cherwell) | Nov 2019 | 3.4 miles | 8 | |
| 6 | Crossroads Care (Oxford) | Jul 2019 | 4.8 miles | 5 | |
| 7 | Oxford Aunts | Dec 2017 | 5.0 miles | 4 | |
| 8 | We-Care-Recruitment Ltd | Nov 2019 | 5.9 miles | 5 | |
| 9 | OSJCT Isis Court | Mar 2018 | 6.4 miles | 6 | |
| 10 | Kcare | Apr 2019 | 6.6 miles | 8 | |
| 11 | Crystal Business Solutions Ltd T/A Everycare Oxford | Oct 2017 | 6.6 miles | 7 | |
| 12 | Day and Nightcare Live-in care Ltd | Apr 2018 | 6.8 miles | 4 | |
| 13 | Shotover View | Aug 2019 | 6.9 miles | 4 | |
| 14 | Eleanor Nursing and Social Care Ltd - Oxford Office | Jun 2025 | 6.9 miles | 4 | |
| 15 | Curagate Oxford | Aug 2023 | 5.2 miles | 4 | |
| 16 | Samzi Ltd T/as Visiting Angels Oxford | Not yet rated | – | 5.4 miles | 4 |
| 17 | GFI@112 | Not yet rated | – | 6.1 miles | 8 |
| 18 | ES Care Solutions - Oxfordshire | Not yet rated | – | 6.1 miles | 4 |
| 19 | Jeff Jen Care Head Office | Not yet rated | – | 6.6 miles | 6 |
Every agency covering Kidlington registered with CQC for sensory impairment care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How sensory impairment care in Kidlington compares
CQC lists sensory impairment care for 19 of the 32 agencies covering Kidlington, or 59%. Their Good or Outstanding share is 87%, 3 points below the town-wide 90% and below the 89% for sensory impairment care across England.
The highest rated agencies for sensory impairment care are Care Outlook (Oxford), Oxfordshire Children - Young People & Families and Homeease Care Solutions Limited. 2 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from October 2017 and the newest from June 2025. Within 2 miles of Kidlington centre: 3 offices. 4 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Oxfordshire, 90 agencies are registered for sensory impairment care, and 87% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 59% of agencies list sensory impairment care, compared with 52% across Oxfordshire.
In the South East, weekday visiting care typically costs about £33.50 an hour, with higher rates at evenings and weekends. Live-in care costs about £1,610 a week. Where these figures come from.
Sensory impairment care: what it means
Deafblindness, hearing loss and sight loss are the three needs sensory impairment care covers. Expect staff skilled in communication, a layout and routine that let people find their way without risk, and support with equipment and technology.
Questions to ask agencies about 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. Sensory impairment care in Oxfordshire as a whole.
Nearby towns: sensory impairment care
| Town | Miles | Number of agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kidlington | – | 19 | 13 |
| Woodstock | 3.1 mi | 7 | 6 |
| Eynsham | 4.7 mi | 18 | 14 |
| Oxford | 5.4 mi | 37 | 26 |
| Bicester | 7.9 mi | 11 | 5 |
| Witney | 9.1 mi | 8 | 5 |
| Abingdon-on-Thames | 9.9 mi | 40 | 27 |
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Sensory impairment care in Kidlington: your questions answered
Which agencies in Kidlington provide sensory impairment care?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 19 of the 32 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Kidlington list sensory impairment care as a specialism. Among the highest rated are Care Outlook (Oxford), Oxfordshire Children - Young People & Families and Homeease Care Solutions Limited.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Kidlington?
13 (87%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 15 with a rating. Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 2. Not yet rated: 4. That is common for services registered recently.
What does home care cost in Kidlington?
Usual 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Ask every agency for a full list of charges, with weekend and bank holiday rates: hourly rates vary more between agencies than between regions. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. More in our cost guide.
Does Oxfordshire council fund home care?
It may. Oxfordshire council must offer a free care needs assessment to anyone who appears to need support (Care Act 2014). If savings and investments are below £23,250, the council may contribute after a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care at home the value of the home is not counted. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. How to contact Oxfordshire council.
How do I choose between agencies in Kidlington?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 2 of 19 were inspected or rated within the last two years; 13 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Use our checklist.
Are there more sensory impairment care in towns near Kidlington?
In Kidlington there are 19, 13 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Woodstock (3.1 miles): 7, 6 rated Good or Outstanding; Eynsham (4.7 miles): 18, 14 rated Good or Outstanding; Oxford (5.4 miles): 37, 26 rated Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Kidlington area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Kidlington
- Sensory impairment care in Woodstock 3.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Eynsham 4.7 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Oxford 5.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Bicester 7.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Witney 9.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Abingdon-on-Thames 9.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Kingston Bagpuize 11.2 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Thame 14.4 mi
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Provider details from the Care Quality Commission register, updated Oct 2026. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is not a care provider.