Care homes for young adults in Cornwall

Updated

Cornwall has 101 care homes for young adults registered with the Care Quality Commission, 28 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 72 Good, 20 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate. 6 homes are not rated yet. Cornwall council paid on average £1,062 a week for a residential care place and £1,157 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Cornwall (200)

Cornwall at a glance

101on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good72
  • Requires improvement20
  • Inadequate1
  • Not yet rated6
  • 78% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.7 / 10
  • Types of care78% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Cornwall on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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101 care homes for young adults in Cornwall

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Porthgwara Nursing Home

Run by Porthgwara Nursing Home LLP

North Corner, Coverack, Helston, TR12 6TG
OutstandingCQC · Mar 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 15 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities
  • Younger adults

Porthgwara Nursing Home provides nursing care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities and those living with a life-limiting illness. It is registered for up to 15 residents and also offers day care for up to three people.

Bedrooms have colour televisions, while day rooms work as lounges and dining areas. Meals can be taken in residents’ rooms, and the fully equipped kitchen caters for all diets using locally sourced…

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Crossroads House Care Home

Run by Anson Care Services Limited

Scorrier, Redruth, TR16 5BP
OutstandingCQC · Apr 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 47 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Crossroads House Care Home supports people living with dementia, including individuals who need help with physical effects of ageing, forgetfulness and confusion. Its care approach aims to preserve choice, independence and dignity while providing personal, dietary and recreational support.

The former hotel has been converted into a dementia care home with extensive day space.

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Bigwig House

Run by Green Light PBS Limited

Rhubarb Hill, Holywell Bay, Newquay, TR8 5PT
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Younger adults

Young adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs can receive residential support at Bigwig House, a registered care home without nursing. The home sits within Green Light’s Cornwall services, which create family-sized homes for adults needing a stable and predictable place to live.

Green Light’s teams provide round-the-clock support, with behavioural support and training delivered through its Positive Behaviour Support team.

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Kernow House

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Landlake Road, Launceston, PL15 9HP
GoodCQC · Sept 2026
  • Nursing
  • 85 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Kernow House provides residential, nursing and dementia care for older people and adults with mental health, physical disability or younger-adult care needs. It forms part of a wider care network offering respite, independent living and mental health services, with support shaped around each resident’s needs and preferences.

Residents can access hospitality-focused services, activities and meals prepared on site.

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Tanglewood

Run by Green Light PBS Limited

Coombe Road, Lanjeth, St. Austell, PL26 7TL
GoodCQC · May 2026
  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Tanglewood provides residential accommodation and support for younger adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Its homes are intended to offer a stable, quiet environment where residents can live safely with round-the-clock support from care teams.

The service is part of Green Light PBS, whose teams include Registered Managers, Senior Support Workers, Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers.

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The Pines

Run by Green Light PBS Limited

Poldory, Carharrack, Redruth, TR16 5HS
GoodCQC · Mar 2026
  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

The Pines offers accommodation and round-the-clock support for young adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Green Light’s homes are designed as stable, quiet and predictable places to live, with teams supporting residents in safe, well-maintained environments.

Support includes behavioural support and training through a PBS team. Registered Managers are backed by senior support workers, support workers and a 24/7 management…

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Atlantis Care Home

Run by Atlantis Care Ltd

Polperro Road, Looe, PL13 2JE
GoodCQC · May 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Atlantis Care Home provides residential, dementia and respite care in a 20-bed home for older people, with day care also available for people in the community. The home supports residents who need ongoing care while encouraging independence and choice wherever possible. Its team works with local GPs, district nurses and physiotherapists when wider professional support is needed.

The home is family run and includes facilities overlooking Talland…

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Beaumont Court

Run by Wentworth Healthcare Limited

North Petherwin, Launceston, PL15 8LR
GoodCQC · Nov 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 40 residents in Launceston, run by Wentworth Healthcare Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Benoni Nursing Home Limited

Run by Benoni Nursing Home Limited

12 Carrallack Terrace, St Just, Penzance, TR19 7LW
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 25 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Benoni Nursing Home provides accommodation for adults needing nursing or personal care, including people with dementia, physical disabilities and treatment needs. It also supports older adults and offers a family-owned care home setting in Cornwall.

The home places food and wellbeing within daily care, with meals prepared in-house and local suppliers used where possible.

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Caprera

Run by Sharob Care Homes Ltd

61 Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5JG
GoodCQC · May 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 35 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 35 residents in St Austell, run by Sharob Care Homes Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, mental health and younger adults.

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Carrick

Run by Modus Care Limited

11 Carlyon Road, Playing Place, Truro, TR3 6EU
GoodCQC · Jan 2025
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

A five-bedroom bungalow in Playing Place, Carrick provides specialist residential support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and sensory needs. The home offers a smaller household setting for people who benefit from tailored assistance and a settled environment.

Its open-plan lounge and dining area supports shared daily life. Adult services are available for people aged 18 to 65 and over, with plans shaped around…

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Cedar Grange Residential and Nursing Home

Run by Sanctuary Care Limited

Cross Lanes, Lanstephan, Launceston, PL15 8FB
GoodCQC · Jun 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 60 residents in Launceston, run by Sanctuary Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Cross Keys

Run by Keelex 176 Limited

17 Church Road, Penryn, TR10 8DA
GoodCQC · Feb 2024
  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Adults over 18 can receive residential or nursing care at Cross Keys, including support for people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex needs. Dementia and respite care are also available, and the home offers a contemporary setting close to Penryn town centre.

Care is reviewed through person-centred assessments, with fees calculated according to the level of support required rather than a standard room rate.

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Eshcol House Nursing Home

Run by Qumran Care Limited

12 Clifton Terrace, Portscatho, Truro, TR2 5HR
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Nursing
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Eshcol House provides convalescent, respite, long-term and palliative care for older people and adults with dementia, physical disabilities or other support needs. The family-run nursing home also arranges regular visits from a mobile dentist, optician and podiatrist.

Residents live in single-occupancy rooms, most with en-suite facilities, televisions and a 24-hour intercom nurse or carer call system.

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Eventide Residential Home Limited

Run by Eventide Residential Home Limited

22 Downs View, Bude, EX23 8RQ
GoodCQC · Jun 2023
  • Residential
  • 18 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential care for older people and younger adults is provided at Eventide Residential Home Limited in Bude, with the home registered as a care home without nursing. Its purpose is rooted in meeting local needs and supporting residents in a homely environment.

Eventide has cared for people in North Cornwall since 1945 and operates as a registered charity, putting money back into the home.

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Fairholme Nursing Home

Run by Fairholme (NH) Ltd

Roskear, Camborne, TR14 8DN
GoodCQC · Nov 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities
  • Younger adults

Fairholme Nursing Home provides nursing and elderly care for residents from Camborne and across Cornwall, with both long-term placements and short-term respite stays. Respite can support rehabilitation after hospital, a trial placement before moving permanently or a temporary break from home, while care plans are tailored to individual needs and wishes.

The home has 54 accessible rooms, electric profiling beds, nurse call systems and Wi-Fi, with…

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Falmouth Court Care Home

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Falmouth Court Care Home, Dracaena Avenue, Falmouth, TR11 2EW
GoodCQC · May 2023
  • Residential
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Falmouth Court Care Home supports older people and adults living with dementia through residential care, respite stays and short breaks. The home also provides care for younger adults and offers a setting designed around everyday comfort, social activity and individual routines.

Meals are prepared on site with locally sourced meat and vegetables, while menus include seasonal dishes and modified textured options according to residents’ needs.

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Foxhole House

Run by Green Light PBS Limited

2 & 4 Creaz An Bre, Foxhole, St. Austell, PL26 7SN
GoodCQC · Apr 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Foxhole House supports younger adults and adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs in a residential care setting in Cornwall. The service is designed around stable homes and assistance with daily life, without nursing provision.

Registered Managers, senior support workers and waking night support workers are backed by a 24-hour management on-call system.

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Hendra Court

Run by Cornwallis Care Services Ltd

St Andrews Road, Par, PL24 2LX
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Nursing
  • 50 beds
  • Dementia
  • Eating disorders
  • Elderly care

Specialist nursing care at Hendra Court covers dementia, mental health, speech and hearing impairment, Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease. The 50-bed home in Mid Cornwall provides residential, nursing and dementia care for older people and younger adults with varied support needs.

Hendra Court is part of Cornwallis Care Services, whose wider provision includes respite and residential support across Cornwall.

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HF Trust - Chy Keres

Run by HF Trust Limited

Tregadillett, Launceston, PL15 7EU
GoodCQC · Jul 2023
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

HF Trust supports learning disabled people in residential care, helping residents live with independence, choice and the support they need. The Chy Keres service is part of a wider charity offering residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, day opportunities and supported employment for adults with learning disabilities.

Support is designed around the person’s chosen way of living, with help to build relationships, take part in…

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What to look for in care homes for young adults

  1. Age-appropriate activities

    Age-appropriate activities, privacy and social opportunities.

  2. Support for education

    Support for education, work, relationships and community life.

  3. A plan for keeping choice

    A plan for keeping choice, skills and independence.

Questions families ask

What should care homes for young adults offer?

Younger adults may want age-appropriate routines, relationships, work, education and community access alongside personal or nursing care. Ask how the service avoids an institutional or older-person-only model.

How many care homes for young adults are there in Cornwall?

101 care homes for young adults in Cornwall are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which care homes for young adults in Cornwall are rated Outstanding?

Porthgwara Nursing Home and Crossroads House Care Home.

How much does a care home cost in Cornwall?

Cornwall council paid on average £1,062 a week for residential care and £1,157 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,062 and £2,126. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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