Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Care U Deserve Ltd. (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.

 

1. Who We Are

Care U Deserve Ltd. is a CQC-registered domiciliary care provider based in Nottingham, England, offering high-quality home care services to adults across Nottinghamshire.

Registered Office:
Care U Deserve Ltd.
95 Gregory Boulevard
Nottingham, NG7 5JH
United Kingdom

Contact Email: pratheekshatj@gmail.com
Phone: 0330 043 8179

We are registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as a Data Controller under the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

2. The Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information depending on your relationship with us:

A. Service Users and Clients

  • Full name, date of birth, gender, and contact details

  • Address and next of kin information

  • Health and medical details (including care and support needs, medication, and health conditions)

  • GP or healthcare professional contact details

  • Financial and billing information (where applicable)

  • Communication records between you and Care U Deserve Ltd.

B. Employees, Job Applicants, and Volunteers

  • Contact and identification details

  • Employment history and references

  • Qualifications, training, and professional certifications

  • Criminal record (DBS) information

  • Payroll and bank details

  • Emergency contact information

C. Website Visitors and Enquiries

  • Name, email address, and phone number submitted through contact forms or chat plugins (e.g., WhatsApp Join.Chat)

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and cookies (see Cookies Policy below)

3. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your personal information to:

  • Provide safe, effective, and personalised care services

  • Assess, plan, and review care needs

  • Communicate with Service Users, families, and healthcare professionals

  • Recruit, manage, and support employees and contractors

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and CQC requirements

  • Respond to general enquiries and provide information about our services

  • Maintain internal records and improve our quality of service

We will only process your data when we have a lawful basis for doing so under Article 6 and 9 of the UK GDPR, such as:

  • Consent – when you have given clear permission

  • Contract – to deliver a care service or employment agreement

  • Legal Obligation – to meet our regulatory duties

  • Vital Interests – to protect your health and safety

  • Legitimate Interests – for business administration and service improvement

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

  • Healthcare professionals (GPs, nurses, hospitals) for continuity of care

  • Regulatory authorities, such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) or Local Authorities, when required by law

  • Third-party service providers, such as payroll companies or IT system hosts, who process data securely on our behalf

  • Emergency services in urgent or life-threatening situations

We will never sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

5. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your personal information is securely stored in electronic and/or paper form. We maintain strict security measures, including:

  • Encrypted electronic care records

  • Password-protected systems

  • Staff training on data protection and confidentiality

  • Secure disposal of old records in accordance with retention schedules

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary — typically:

  • Care records: minimum 8 years (in line with NHS and CQC guidelines)

  • Employee records: 6 years after employment ends

  • Financial records: 7 years

After this period, all data is securely destroyed.

6. Your Rights Under the UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access – request a copy of your personal data

  • Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Right to Erasure – request deletion where data is no longer needed

  • Right to Restrict Processing – limit how your data is used

  • Right to Data Portability – receive your data in a portable format

  • Right to Object – object to processing under certain conditions

To exercise any of these rights, contact:
📧 pratheekshatj@gmail.com
We will respond within one month in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

7. Data Transfers Outside the UK

We do not routinely transfer personal data outside the UK. If any transfer becomes necessary, we ensure it meets UK adequacy and security standards.

8. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience and website performance. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

We may also use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand site traffic trends, but no personally identifiable information is shared.

9. Confidentiality in Care

All Care U Deserve staff are bound by strict confidentiality policies and undergo regular data protection and safeguarding training. Personal information is shared only when necessary for care delivery or required by law.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect service or legal changes. The latest version will always be available on our website.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about how we handle your data, please contact:

Data Protection Lead:
Care U Deserve Ltd.
📞 0330 043 8179
📧 pratheekshatj@gmail.com

If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Website: www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

Care U Deserve Ltd.
Caring with dignity, compassion, and respect, always protecting your privacy.