Live-in respite care at home

Live-in respite care is temporary, full-time care at home. A trained carer lives in your loved one’s home for an agreed period, providing continuous support while the usual carer takes time away.

This can be for:

• A planned holiday or break

• Recovery from illness or surgery

• Emergency cover when care arrangements change suddenly

Unlike respite stays in care homes, live-in care keeps everything familiar – such as routines, environment, and independence.

Live-in respite care is often suitable if your family member:

• Needs 24-hour support but prefers to stay at home

• Lives with dementia, Parkinson’s, or a long-term condition

• Becomes unsettled by unfamiliar environments

• Relies on consistent routines for well-being and safety

It’s also right for carers who need permission to step back, knowing expert care is in place.

Sometimes respite care can’t be planned.

Emergency live-in respite care may be required when:

• A carer becomes unwell or exhausted

• A hospital discharge happens sooner than expected

• Care needs suddenly increase

Hometouch can share recommended carer profiles quickly, helping you make confident decisions when time matters.

Care home respite

• Unfamiliar environment

• Disrupted routines

• Can increase confusion, especially for people living with dementia

Live-in respite care at home

• One-to-one support

• Familiar surroundings

• Personalised routines and continuity of care

For many families, home-based respite offers greater stability and dignity.

Our approach is clinically guided and personal.

You’ll receive:

• Expert assessment from our clinical team

• A carer who clicks, matched to care needs and personality

• A custom care plan, tailored for short-term support

• Ongoing access to our care team throughout the respite period

Every carer is carefully vetted and receives specialist training, including dementia care where needed.

Live-in respite care typically costs from £1,050 per week, depending on care needs and duration.

We’ll explain:

• What’s included in the cost

• Whether short-term funding or support may apply

• How respite care compares financially to alternatives

Clear guidance, without pressure.

Whether you’re planning ahead or need urgent cover, we’re here to help you feel confident about the next steps.

Speak to a Hometouch care expert today. We’ll answer your questions and help you decide whether live-in respite care is right for your family.