The alternative to a care home
When someone needs help at any hour, the usual assumption is that they have to move. Live-in care is the other option. A carer lives with them, helps with everything from personal care to cooking and housework, and is there if something happens in the night.
People keep their home, their routine, their neighbours and often their pets. Couples can stay together. For many families it is the difference between a parent settling in and a parent going downhill after a move.
Our preferred minimum visit. Enough time to do things properly and get to know the person we're caring for.
One-to-one, every day
Unlike a care home, where staff look after many residents, live-in care is one-to-one. The carer gets to know the person deeply: how they sleep, what they like to eat, what a good day looks like. That continuity is especially valuable for people living with dementia.
We carefully choose and train live-in carers to be patient, dependable and adaptable, and we match them to the client's personality and interests.
Support behind the carer
A live-in carer is never on their own. Our senior team plans the package, arranges cover for the carer's breaks and time off, and keeps in touch with the family. If needs increase, the plan changes with them.
Questions about live-in care
Where does a live-in carer sleep?
The carer needs their own bedroom in the home. We will talk through the practical side, including meals and breaks, before care starts.
Is live-in care more expensive than a care home?
It can be similar, and for couples it is often better value. Call us for an estimated cost based on the care needed.
How quickly can live-in care start?
It depends on the person's needs and on matching the right carer. Call us and we will tell you honestly how soon we can start.