Ponsandane

Ponsandane is a nursing home in Penzance, in the Cornwall council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 47 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, people with a learning disability or autism 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 April 2024, the CQC rated Ponsandane 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.

Ponsandane 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 Ponsandane include St Mary's Haven, The Bungalow and Frances Bolitho Care Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.