Live-in care means having a professional carer living in your home so you can receive one-to-one support day and night. It’s a compassionate alternative to residential care, allowing you to stay in the place you feel most comfortable—your own home—while still getting the level of help you need.
What Is Live-in Care?
Live-in care provides continuous support from a dedicated carer who moves into your home and becomes part of your daily routine. They are on hand to help with personal care, household tasks, medication, mobility, and companionship, while respecting your privacy and independence.
For many people, live-in care offers the best of both worlds: the safety of round-the-clock support and the comfort of familiar surroundings.
Who Is Live-in Care For?
Live-in care is ideal if:
- You need support throughout the day and sometimes at night
- You have complex health or mobility needs that make living alone unsafe
- You would prefer not to move into a residential or nursing home
- You value routine, pets, and your own home environment
- A family carer is struggling to provide all the support you need
Common situations where families choose live-in care include dementia, advanced frailty, long-term conditions, recovery after hospital, and when being alone at night causes worry or risk.
How Our Live-in Carers Support You
Every live-in package is tailored, but typical support can include:
Personal care and daily routines
- Help with washing, dressing, grooming, and continence
- Support with getting up, going to bed, and moving around safely
- Encouragement with nutrition, hydration, and general wellbeing
Household tasks and meals
- Light housework, laundry, and keeping your home tidy and safe
- Shopping, meal planning, and cooking fresh, nutritious meals
- Looking after the home so it continues to feel like your space
Medication and health monitoring
- Medication reminders and support with prompts or administration (in line with your care plan)
- Monitoring changes in mood, mobility, or health and reporting concerns promptly to family or professionals
Companionship and emotional support
- Conversation, reassurance, and company throughout the day
- Support with hobbies, interests, and staying connected to your community
- Accompanying you to appointments, social events, or faith activities
Benefits of Live-in Care
Choosing live-in care can provide:
- Continuity and stability
One dedicated carer (or a small team working on a rota) who really gets to know you, your routines, and your preferences. - Independence at home
You keep your own front door, your own furniture, your own garden, and your own way of doing things—just with extra support. - Reassurance for family
Loved ones know someone is always there to help, especially at night or in emergencies, reducing worry and stress. - Truly personalised support
Care is shaped around your lifestyle, cultural background, faith, and personal choices, rather than a one-size-fits-all routine.
How Our Live-in Care Process Works
Step 1 – Initial conversation
Contact us by phone, email, or our online form. We’ll listen carefully to your situation and explain how live-in care works, including costs and options.
Step 2 – Free home care assessment
We visit you at home to understand your needs, daily routines, home environment, preferences, and what matters most to you and your family.
Step 3 – Tailored care plan
We create a personalised live-in care plan covering daily tasks, personal care, safety, medication, and wellbeing. You’ll have time to review and ask questions.
Step 4 – Carer matching
We select a carer (or small rota of carers) whose skills and personality match your needs. Where possible, you’ll be involved in the matching process.
Step 5 – Ongoing review
We regularly review your care plan, checking that you are happy with the support and making changes whenever your needs or circumstances change.
Working With Families and Professionals
We see great live-in care as a team effort. With your consent, we can:
- Stay in touch with family members and keep them updated
- Work alongside district nurses, GPs, therapists, and other professionals
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings where appropriate
- Adjust care promptly if your health changes or new advice is given
Our goal is to make sure everybody involved feels informed, listened to, and supported.
Frequently Asked Questions About Live-in Care
Will I lose my privacy if a carer lives with me?
Your privacy and dignity are central to how we work. Live-in carers have their own room and respect clear boundaries. We agree routines and house rules together, so you still feel very much in control of your home and your life.
Do I have to provide a separate bedroom for the carer?
Yes. For live-in care to work safely and sustainably, the carer needs a private room where they can rest and store their belongings. During your assessment, we’ll discuss your home layout and what is needed.
Is live-in care more expensive than a care home?
Costs vary depending on your needs, but live-in care can be comparable to, or sometimes more cost-effective than, residential care—especially for couples who both need support. We’ll provide transparent pricing and talk you through funding options.
What happens if my needs change?
Your care plan is not fixed. If your health or situation changes, we can review your live-in package and add night support, extra professional input, or other services as needed.
Can I choose a male or female carer?
Where possible, we will respect your preference for a male or female carer, along with other important considerations such as language, culture, and interests.
Take the Next Step
Live-in care can transform daily life—offering safety, continuity, and companionship while you stay in the home you love.
If you’re considering live-in care for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to guide you through the options. We’ll take the time to listen, answer your questions honestly, and help you decide whether live-in support is the right fit.
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