They are the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England.
They make sure social care services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high-quality care and encourage care services to improve.
For more information:
National Customer Service Centre:
Telephone: 03000 616161
Fax: 03000 616171
By Post:
CQC National Customer Service Centre
Citygate
Gallowgate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 4PA
Link: website