
The rooms are comfortable, the social areas very open and inviting.Anton P(Private Carer of Resident/Service User)

there is a wide range of activities to suit everyone and the opportunity to have trips out,Maxine R(Cousin of Resident/Service User)


The rooms are comfortable, the social areas very open and inviting.Anton P(Private Carer of Resident/Service User)

there is a wide range of activities to suit everyone and the opportunity to have trips out,Maxine R(Cousin of Resident/Service User)


Barchester Kernow House makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities, dementia and Huntingdon's.
A committed team work hard to ensure that all provision is tailored to the individual, while allowing them to make the most of a relaxed and homely atmosphere.
All staff are carefully chosen and...
Care Provided by Barchester Kernow House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 85 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment, which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that the care needs of the individual can be met by the Home.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Kernow House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Kernow House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Leigh Stanley (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1992
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (85)
Visiting
- Visiting at any time.
Parking
- Kernow House has car parks situated at the front of the building
Barchester Kernow House Care Home Reviews (84)
Barchester Kernow House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.880) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Kernow House Care Home has 84 reviews.
We were well received and pleased to see how well our aunt is being cared for.
Many thanks for your kind words. We are all so happy that you feel your aunt is receiving great care. Please feel free to pop in anytime for a chat.
Ever since being welcomed at the doors of the unit, my husband has started on a new journey in his life. He is now settled into his new life and is made to feel safe, secure, well-loved and cared for. This has given him a sense of purpose and feeling of self-worth. So for me, I know the right choice was made for home. Can't ask for anything more.
Thank you for this lovely review; we are very touched by your words and will share them with the team. It has been a pleasure getting to know you both.
My friend has always been treated with care and dignity and over the years I have been encouraged to involve myself in some of her personal care eg: hairdressing. I have always been kept informed of any changes to her care via her husband. I am very grateful to the staff for making my best friend as comfortable and content as she can be.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it is always lovely to see you and we will pass your kind words on to the unit.
I felt very welcomed on arrival by the receptionist and caring staff. The caring staff were super, offering drinks and even a bit of lunch as my sister was having hers. My sister has been to a lot of homes in care in he lifetime due to mental illness and I feel that she is well cared for here for her high needs. She is more content here than anywhere she has been. We are so grateful, the lovely staff and home.
What a fantastic review. We are really happy that you feel your sister is now in the right place to meet her needs. Thank you so much.
My sister's transition into Kernow House took place with genuine compassion from all the staff. I have nothing but the highest praise for their care and kindness shown. In fact, they all go 'that extra mile' in the commitment of the care to residents and their families. You could not wish for better care that is provided for your loved ones at Kernow House. Safety and comfort are extremely shown in their 'home from home' environment, giving relatives peace of mind their loved ones are 100% happy. Also, the food and dietary requirements are truly amazing! Love to all.
Thank you so much for this lovely review. We could not be happier that you feel this way about our home and staff. I will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team looking after your sister.
My husband was in Kernow House for approx 8 years. During that stressful time, the staff were incredible. They were kind, thoughtful and very helpful. There was plenty of activities and visits from singers etc and also he was out on the minibus to the coast on several occasions. I cannot praise the care home enough and am very happy he was a resident here.
We are all very proud of the care and support all our staff give to our wonderful residents. Thank you so much for your kind review.
My husband is well looked after, the room he is in is bright and it’s always clean, he’s able to have photos and personal things to remind him of home. The staff are very friendly and when we visit they can’t do enough for us. If I’ve got any concerns they are sorted out quickly and most importantly they keep me informed if my husband is unwell.
Thank you for your kind words, we are so pleased that you are happy with the care here at Kernow House. It's always lovely to see you too.
Special thanks go to one member of staff in particular, who not only looks after Dad day to day but diligently helps Dad video call us every weekend. He is our dad's lifeline, and we couldn't be more grateful. When we visit every 6 months we are treated like family. We couldn't ask for better care.
Thank you for your lovely compliment, we are so pleased that we can give you peace of mind while looking after Dad. He certainly does enjoy the activities and events on offer here! It is always lovely to see you and your family when you visit.
They are all so caring and if you have any problems they are always ready to help and sort anything out for you quickly and sufficiently, and can never do enough.
I wouldn’t have my husband anywhere else, from the management to the carers they are all such wonderful people.
Thank you for your lovely words. we will share these with the unit. We love seeing you and your dog coming to visit, and really enjoy caring for your husband. We are so pleased that you are happy with the care provided at Kernow.
She suffered from mixed dementia and had been through the mill until she arrived at Kernow House.
In her time there she was settled and happy.
She got to know the staff as family, she felt safe and trusted them to care for her.
My Mum passed away with such compassion love and care from all the team that she passed comfortably and peacefully.
I stayed with her for four days leading to her passing staying overnight.
The staff looked after me as well as my mum and I will forever be in their debt.
I cannot speak highly enough of the whole team and would highly recommend to anyone who is in the position of finding care for their loved ones.
Thank you so much for your lovely review; we have shared this with the team on the unit. It was a privilege to care for your mother and to get to know her family. We have fond memories of you all and wish you all the very best.
My wife has been in care at Barchester Kernow House Care Home for almost five years and is now nearing her 92nd birthday. I visit her every day and know how well she's looked after by the lovely nurses and carers. I love her so much still after 64 years of marriage. The staff and I are so aware of the care needed for her well-being. If you or your loved ones are offered a residency at Barchester Kernow House Care Home grab it with both hands. Believe me, you will not regret it.
Thank you very much for your lovely review, we are so happy that you are so pleased with your wife's care at Kernow House. It is a pleasure to care for her and to get to know you both.
On first impressions it seems to be lovely, the staff were all very nice, professional and very helpful.
My father's room is wonderful, light and spacious with an en-suite shower room/toilet.
The unit is spotlessly clean and decorated to look more like a private home rather than a nursing home.
Thank you so much for this review. We are all so pleased that you had a great first impression of our lovely home, and I will share this feedback with the team.
The manager has an open-door policy which is good to sort out any problems you may have. The home is very clean and my son's bedroom is the same. He is well cared for and this is a comfort to me because I am 84 and I know when I am no longer around my son will be okay. My son has korsakoff not quite the same as dementia-I would like him to go out of the unit more which is something he likes. Like all care homes, I would like regular care staff so my son can remember them, but I know the home is doing the best it can! Now the nursing staff in Kernow is good, I can talk to them about my son.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so pleased you are happy with the care and support your son is receiving.
This is the first time I have visited my aunt here. Her room was large with a nice window to see the garden, and an en-suite with various bits of equipment to aid her handling. Her room was clean and tidy. She was in the lounge sitting in her own wheelchair, it looked so expensive and comfortable. My aunt was in good spirits although she was poorly with a temperature. All care is given to aid the situation, thank you so much for her care.
What a lovely review. We are so pleased you are happy with the care and support your niece is receiving and very grateful for the feedback. I will share this with the team. Thank you.
My mum has been unwell but the way the nursing staff handled both my mum and myself was outstanding. They kept me constantly informed and completely put my mind at rest as to how she was being looked after and treated. They also have listened in the past to the sort of care I wish my mum to receive, they constantly ask if they can do anything to improve her care but as far as I am concerned she is 100% in the right place, with the right people, the best possible care receiving.
This is a lovely review. Thank you so much. I cannot tell you how pleased we are to know you are happy with the care and support your mum is receiving.
My lovely dad chose to go into a nursing home following a terminal diagnosis as he wanted our final weeks with him to be as his family rather than as his carers. We chose Kernow House because of its clinical reputation but in reality our abiding memory was of the warmth of the care. Sadly my dad died only 10 days after moving into Kernow Care. But during his short time there, the staff took the time to get to know him as a person, and his likes and dislikes. They treated him with dignity, kindness and absolute warmth. Nothing was too much trouble - the staff were both responsive and proactive. They also took the time to get to know us, and his family, and quietly supported us through a traumatic time. In his last few hours, during the time it took us to drive to Kernow House, one of the team sat by his bedside, holding his hand, showing him the photo of us, his family, making sure he was never alone. We miss him so much but we are so glad that we chose Kernow House. Thank you.
Thank you so much for the lovely review, it was a privilege to care for your lovely dad and to get to know you all. Thank you for choosing us.
Our experience has been excellent since we have been visiting. All the staff have been really kind and caring. Nothing has been too much trouble. You keep us informed if there are any changes. It gives us peace of mind knowing that our family member is relaxed and well cared for.
Thank you very much for this lovely review we are so pleased that you feel you have the peace of mind to know your loved one is being well cared for. I will feedback on this review to the team. Thanks again, Leigh.
My wife has been a full-time resident of Kernow House Care Home since February 2014. Recently I received a phone call to advise me that she was running a high temperature and the head nurse had asked the GP for an urgent prescription for an antibiotic, but they would call me if there was a further problem. At 5 a.m. the following morning I received a call from the night shift staff to say they had called the urgent response team because there had been a delay on the prescription and they were seeking support. I drove to Kernow House Care Home and sat by my wife while the team looked after her. The head nurse arrived and took control of the situation and demonstrated a detailed knowledge of my wife and her behaviour which showed me how carefully she has been observing all the residents in her care. I was deeply impressed by the professional behaviour and empathy the staff team demonstrated to both my wife and myself.
This is a fantastic review, Jeremy. Thank you so much. I am so pleased that the work of our skilled clinicians does not go unrecognised, and that you feel confident that our team are responsive when it comes to your wife's health and social needs. Thank you again.
The staff treat dad with both care and dignity which we feel is vital when dealing with Dementia. We cannot fault the care he has been given.
Thank you so much for this lovely review. I am so pleased you are happy with the care your father is receiving. I will ensure this great feedback is shared with the whole team here at Kernow House.
Finding the right home is daunting, however from the 1st of several telephone discussions and emails we felt very comfortable with our choice of Kernow House.
The day came for our 1st visit and our feelings about making such an important decision were vindicated.
Our lady, like everyone, is treated with dignity, kindness, and love.
Our subsequent visit has confirmed we have made the right choice.
The whole of the staff are very easy to deal with and nothing is too much trouble.
The whole process from 1st contact to date is seamless.
Finally, we asked ourselves “Is this the sort of place we would like to live if that time ever came” The answer was a resounding yes!
Thank you for this wonderful review. Although she wasn't with us for long, she will be greatly missed! It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have the privilege of caring for your loved one.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 19 March 2020Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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- 02 Oct 2024
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Meet the Team (11)

Welcome to Kernow House, my name is Leigh and I am the General Manager at the home.
I am a registered mental health nurse. Prior to becoming a nurse, I spent 13 years as a soldier in the British Army, serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and other overseas operations. I became interested in post-traumatic stress disorder and decided to train as a nurse. During this nurse training, I discovered a particular interest in working with dementia and decided to pursue a career in this.
As a Manager, I put my leadership skills to good use when managing the home. I ensure we deliver person-centred care in a therapeutic manner and share my knowledge with other staff, both within the home and with outside professionals.
I acknowledge that whilst residents are at the forefront of our home, it is important that staff are supported, so the care we deliver as a whole home is filled with passion and enthusiasm.

Sarah is an occupational therapist who has worked at Kernow House in that role for many years whilst supporting the management team. She supports a holistic approach to caring for residents at Kernow House, where a good quality of life filled with meaningful activities is important. Sarah works actively to encourage residents' independence.

Jo is a clinical lead on Millaton where she leads a team of nurses and carers. Jo is a general nurse as well as a mental health nurse. She has many years experience and a wide range of knowledge from her background working mainly in the community.

Ema is a general nurse and has worked at Kernow House for many years. While Ema has a lot of experience in general nursing, she also holds a master’s degree in psychology and has insight and understanding of, what it is like to live with mental health conditions. Ema leads a team of nurses and carers, who work with dedication and compassion to support residents and their families on St Pirans.

Richard is the clinical lead on the Petherwin unit. He is a general nurse who has worked as an A&E nurse and in mental health nursing prior to coming to work at Kernow House. Richard knows the unit well, having worked on Petherwin as a senior nurse. He is compassionate and approachable. Richard is always available for a chat if anyone has any concerns.

Richard represents residents at Kernow House. Richard says, he likes to make sure residents have enough to eat and drink and that everyone is well cared for. He takes part in resident meetings and talks to anyone who has any concerns. If anyone has anything they would like to talk to Richard about, he can be found quite easily and is always willing to listen and take any issues forward.

Jackie supports residents to take part in meaningful occupations and enjoyable life activities.
She supports residents to maintain independence by accessing, adapting and providing suitable equipment and is proactive in her support of the life enrichment approach to caring for those who live at Kernow House.

Emma is the administrator. She deals with enquiries, HR, invoicing, payroll, banking and logistics. Emma's door is always open for anyone who needs advice or support with anything concerning administration.

Bea works in a small team with residents, relatives, all staff groups and the wider community. She ensures there is a vibrant environment with a varied weekly activity programme and organises celebrations of themed events. There is always something going on at Kernow House.

Rachel is our head chef and leads a team of chefs and kitchen assistants. She has lots of experience from her previous work cooking in cafes, restaurants, pubs and care homes. Rachel is very passionate about providing good home cooking and particularly enjoys baking. She has completed many training courses to learn a variety of catering skills and is able to provide nutritious meals for all dietary requirements.

Tim is head of maintenance at Kernow House. He has a good all-round knowledge of maintenance and DIY.
He likes to keep everything safe and fixed in a timely manner and he does this by working closely with colleagues and outside contractors.
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