Live-in care for the elderly

• 24-hour support in familiar surroundings
• One-to-one care, not shared staff or rotating shifts
• Clinically guided care plans, overseen by nursing professionals
• Continuity and trust with a dedicated live-in carer
• Flexible support that adapts as needs change

Live-in elderly care allows older adults to remain independent for longer, while giving families reassurance that help is always available.

Live-in elderly care means a professional carer lives in your loved one’s home, providing round-the-clock support with daily living, personal care, medication routines, and companionship.

Unlike visiting care, support is not limited to short time slots. A live-in carer is available day and night, helping reduce the risk of falls, manage anxiety, and respond quickly if needs change.

For many families, live-in care at home is a practical, personalised alternative to a care home.

Live-in care is often suitable for elderly people who:

• Need daily help with washing, dressing, or meals
• Feel unsafe, anxious, or isolated when alone
• Have mobility issues or an increased risk of falls
• Live with dementia or a long-term health condition
• Want to avoid moving into a residential care home

It may not be suitable if constant on-site nursing or specialist medical equipment is required. Our clinical team will help you understand whether live-in care is the right option or if another form of care would be more appropriate.

Care is shaped around your loved one’s usual routine and preferences, and may include:

• Personal care and daily hygiene
• Meal preparation and nutritional support
• Medication reminders and established routines
• Mobility support and fall prevention
• Companionship and shared activities
• Light household tasks and errands
• Accompaniment to appointments or outings

Support can increase or reduce over time, without disrupting daily life.

Live-in care for the elderly

• One-to-one personalised support
• Remain at home with familiar routines
• The same carer builds trust and continuity
• Often comparable in cost to high-quality care homes

Residential care homes

• Shared staff across multiple residents
• Fixed routines and environments
• Less individual attention
• Relocation away from home

Many families choose live-in care at home to preserve independence, comfort, and continuity, while still ensuring safety.

We help families arrange live-in care at home for elderly people with more complex needs, including:

• Dementia care, supporting routine, reassurance, and behavioural needs
• Nursing-led care, under clinical guidance
• Post-hospital recovery and rehabilitation support
• Respite care, providing short-term cover for family carers

Every live-in carer is DBS-checked, reference-verified, and supported by our clinical team.

• Founded by a dementia doctor
• Care overseen by a clinical nursing team
• CQC-rated Good
• Rigorous carer vetting and personalised matching
• Ongoing monitoring and family updates

We focus on matching families with a live-in carer who meets both medical needs and personal compatibility, helping care feel stable, respectful, and human.

“Hometouch provided a live carer for the last 18 months of my aunt’s life. She died 4 days short of her 101st birthday, and I would honestly say that the contribution of the Hometouch carers was a significant input to the happiness of the later days of her life. She trusted her carer, and I trusted them to keep me in the loop. In the last days, this communication was crucial and allowed me to be there at the end. They were professional, caring, and engaged, and I’m grateful and glad that we decided to go with Hometouch.” – John Bulford

The cost of live-in elderly care depends on the level of support required and any specialist experience needed. Live-in care at home is often comparable to, or lower than, high-quality residential care.

Our team provides clear pricing information and guidance on funding options during your consultation.

Choosing care for an elderly loved one is a significant decision. We are here to help you understand your options and decide whether live-in care at home is right for your family.

Speak to a Hometouch care expert today – no pressure, just informed guidance.