Kernow House

Kernow House is a nursing home in Launceston, in the Cornwall council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 85 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults, people with mental health needs and people with a physical disability. It is run by Barchester Healthcare, which operates 237 care homes in England. The home has been registered since February 2011.

At its latest inspection, published March 2020, the CQC rated Kernow House 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.

Kernow House 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 Kernow House include Pendruccombe House, Newport Square and Cedar Grange Residential and Nursing Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.