Poldhu

Poldhu is a nursing home in Helston, in the Cornwall council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 52 residents. It provides care for older people, younger adults and people with a physical disability. It is run by Swallowcourt, which operates 3 care homes in England. The home has been registered since December 2010.

At its latest inspection, published December 2021, the CQC rated Poldhu 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.

Poldhu 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 Poldhu include Parc Vro Residential Home, Penhellis Nursing Home and Godolphin House Care Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.