Visiting care and home care in Launceston
On the border between Devon and Cornwall and surrounded by picturesque countryside, Launceston has a rich history going back hundreds of years. It’s castle was once the centre of government in Cornwall and a vital fortress, and is just one part of a heritage waiting to be explored by locals and visitors alike. For those who enjoy big city convenience, Launceston is only about 20 miles from Plymouth, which is reached by crossing the River Tamar, the current county boundary. So, for people who want history and beauty, teamed with city amenities not far away, you really can have the best of both worlds in beautiful Launceston.
Helping Hands are the UK’s foremost home care experts, thanks to our decades of delivering high quality care that’s fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales. We’ve been helping thousands of people to live safely and comfortably in their own homes since we were established in 1989, supporting people across England and Wales on both a visiting and live-in basis.

Quality care at home
From short term support to longer term visits and live-in care, our Launceston team can help.
We've been caring for people for decades, helping them maintain their independence and continue to live well in the homes and communities they love.
Over 155 branches across the UK means we're local to you.
Regulated by the Care Quality Commission and Care Inspectorate Wales, giving you peace of mind that we meet the highest standards of service and care.
Thousands of our customers have shared their experiences of care with us on customer review site Trustpilot with Helping Hands rated 4.7 out of 5.
We only employ those special people with the right levels of patience, empathy, and compassion to care for you as we'd want our own families to be cared for.
We know that good care means something different to each of us. That's why we take the time to get to know you and your family to understand your needs and preferences.
When finding care becomes a decision for the wider family, we can help you consider your options. We keep in touch once care is in place so we can adapt care as needs change.
Our Services
Live-in care
Personalised one-to-one support from a fully qualified carer living with you in your home. Helping you to continue to live life on your terms.
- Round the clock 24/7 care
- Handpicked carers selected for their patience, kindness and empathy
- Peace of mind for families
Hourly visiting care
Visits from 30 minutes a week so you can continue to live well at home. Support tailored to your needs from personal care and light housekeeping to help getting out and about.
- Flexible care to suit your needs and routines
- Support with managing conditions or medications
- Companionship as well as care
Meet the Launceston care team
Adam Wilkins
Divisional Director
Hi, I'm Adam and as Regional Care Director, I'm responsible for making sure that all the customers we help are looked after brilliantly. In order...



