Menna House

Menna House is a residential care home in Truro, Cornwall (TR2 4HA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Menna House

Here at Menna House, we are proud to be a care home based in the heart of Truro, Cornwall, offering a genuine home from home for the people who live with us. We support a wide range of individuals, including older adults, younger adults, people with learning disabilities or autism, those living with physical disabilities, and people with visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for those who need a short break from their usual arrangements, giving families and carers time to rest while knowing their loved ones are in safe, familiar hands. Our approach is straightforward: we get to know each person properly. What matters to them, how they like to spend their time, what makes them feel comfortable and at ease. Care is not one size fits all, and we do not treat it that way. Whether someone is with us long term or just for a short stay, we want them to feel settled, respected and genuinely looked after. We were pleased to receive a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission at our most recent inspection, and we take that responsibility seriously. It reflects the effort our team puts in every day, not just in meeting people's care needs but in making sure daily life here is warm, sociable and as enjoyable as possible. Truro is a lovely part of the world, and being based here in Cornwall means our residents can enjoy the local community, the familiar surroundings, and everything this part of the country has to offer. If you are considering Menna House for yourself or someone close to you, we would love to hear from you. Come and have a look around and get a feel for who we are. We think that says more than any description could.

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Common questions about Menna House

Where is Menna House located?

Menna House is a residential care home in Truro, Cornwall, TR2 4HA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Menna House provide?

Menna House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Menna House's CQC rating?

Menna House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 August 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Menna House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Menna House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Menna House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Menna House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Menna House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Menna House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Menna House supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Menna House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Menna House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

More about the care at Menna House

Respite Care at Menna House

Booking a short stay early is the practical advice, particularly over summer and Christmas when beds go quickly. Bring a fortnight of clothes, the current prescription list and a handful of familiar objects, since a week or two is the typical minimum anyway. A respite stay at Menna House also serves as a low risk way to test whether the place would suit permanently.

Residential Care at Menna House

Everyday living support is the heart of residential care, meaning cooked meals, a hand with washing and dressing, laundry done, and something going on in the lounge after lunch. What it does not include is a nurse on the premises, so anyone with ongoing clinical needs may be better suited to a nursing home or supported by visiting district nurses. Menna House in Truro is registered for residential care and was rated good by the Care Quality Commission in August 2025. Fees across the South West generally run between £1000 and £1300 a week, and it is sensible to ask which extras such as hairdressing or outings are charged on top. Other useful questions cover the weekly activity programme, how food preferences are handled, and what happens if someone's needs outgrow what the home is registered to provide.

Older Person Care at Menna House

Once help is needed with bathing, dressing and medication, the quality of the day turns on small things, such as whether breakfast can wait until nine or whether anyone sits down for a proper conversation. Menna House is registered for older person care, which covers that routine personal support alongside meals and company. Families looking round should ask how the day is structured, how much it can bend for individual habits, and how medication is managed and recorded. Staffing after dark deserves a direct question, including how many carers are awake overnight and how quickly a call bell is answered. Weekly fees in the South West commonly range from £1000 to £1300, while Cornwall as the funding authority usually pays between £750 and £900, leaving a gap that someone has to cover.

Visual and Hearing Impairment at Menna House

Contrasting colours on door frames, bright even lighting and a habit of saying who you are before you start talking make a real difference to someone with sight or hearing loss. Visual and hearing impairment is one of the categories Menna House is registered for. Ask how aids are cleaned and checked, whether a loop system is available in communal rooms, and how the team makes sure instructions have actually been understood.

Younger Adults at Menna House

A thirty year old and a ninety year old rarely want the same evening, and a home where most residents are decades older can leave a younger adult short of company and stimulation. Menna House is registered to support adults under 65 as well as older residents. It is worth asking how many residents are under 65, what activities suit that age range, and how far someone can come and go independently.

Learning Disability and Autism at Menna House

Person centred planning sounds like jargon until you see what it means in practice, which is support built around one person's routines, communication and sensory preferences rather than a house rulebook. Menna House is registered to support adults with a learning disability or autism. Placements of this kind are usually commissioned by Cornwall and reviewed at least annually, so ask how those reviews work and how progress towards independence is recorded.

Physical Disability at Menna House

Ramps, grab rails, a wet room and a bedroom that can take a hoist decide whether daily life runs smoothly or stalls. Menna House is registered to support people with a physical disability. Before agreeing a placement, check which bathrooms are adapted, whether equipment is provided or brought in, and how staff encourage residents to manage what they still can for themselves.

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