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House of Caring Ltd is dedicated to protecting your privacy while delivering trusted care through our respite care homes services.

Your Privacy Matters

Effective Date: 20 February 2025

House of Caring Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our services, you agree to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Collection & Use

We collect and process personal data only when necessary to provide our services effectively. This may include:

  • Personal Identification Information – Name, email address, phone number, postal address
  • Health Information – If applicable, to provide personalised care services
  • Technical Data – IP addresses, browser type, and usage data (for analytics purposes)

We ensure that all data collected is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently, following GDPR principles.

2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

3. Data Transfers & International Processing

Your personal data may be stored or processed outside the United Kingdom, in compliance with UK GDPR. If we transfer your data to a country that does not have the same data protection laws, we will ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • UK-approved Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
  • Secure encryption and access controls

By providing your personal information, you consent to this transfer and processing under these safeguards.

4. Data Security Measures

We implement strict security measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure. These include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Secure data storage & access restrictions
  • Regular security audits & compliance checks
  • Staff training on data protection & privacy laws

 

Although we take all necessary precautions, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities in accordance with UK GDPR requirements

5. Disclosure of Data

We may share personal data in the following circumstances:

  • Legal Compliance: To meet our legal obligations, regulatory requirements, or respond to lawful requests
  • Protection of Rights: If necessary, to protect our company, clients, or public interest
  • Service Providers & Partners: With third-party vendors who assist in delivering our services (bound by strict confidentiality agreements)

We never sell or trade your personal data to third parties.

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the following rights:

Right to Access – Request copies of your personal data
Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”) – Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions
Right to Restrict Processing – Request limited processing of your data
Right to Data Portability – Request transfer of your data to another service provider
Right to Object – Object to data processing for marketing or legitimate interest purposes

📩 To exercise your rights, please contact us at: privacy@houseofcaring.co.uk

7. Use of Cookies & Analytics

We use Google Analytics to monitor website traffic and improve user experience. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie consent banner upon visiting our website.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal data.

9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us immediately, and we will take necessary action to remove the information.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or company practices. You will be notified of significant changes via email or a website notice.

📅 Last Updated: 20 February 2025

11. Contact Us

House of Caring Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy while providing quality care. Our privacy policy explains how we handle your data when you access our respite care homes. We ensure confidentiality in all home care services, including live-in care and respite care homes, offering trusted support tailored to your needs.

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or data protection concerns, please contact:

📍 House of Caring Ltd
Office 164, Slough Regus, 268 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 4DX 117 High Street, Brodesley Birmingham, B12 0JU
📧 privacy@houseofcaring.co.uk
📞 +44 7404 452444