Caprera

Caprera is a residential care home in St Austell, in the Cornwall council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 35 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults and people with mental health needs. It is run by Sharob Care Homes, which operates 2 care homes in England. The home has been registered since September 2011.

At its latest inspection, published May 2022, the CQC rated Caprera Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

Caprera has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Cornwall. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 199 registered care homes in Cornwall. The nearest to Caprera include Copper Beeches Lodge, Trelowen and Wentworth Residential Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.