No. 18

No. 18 is a residential care home in Launceston, in the Cornwall council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 3 residents. It provides care for people with a learning disability or autism. It is run by Bowden Derra Park, which operates 4 care homes in England. The home has been registered since July 2012.

At its latest inspection, published April 2024, the CQC rated No. 18 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.

No. 18 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 No. 18 include Bowden-Derra Park, Garden House and Rosewood House. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.