Private home care for your loved one

• Clinical expertise, delivered with compassion – Founded by a dementia doctor and guided by nursing specialists, every care plan receives professional clinical oversight.
• Care options that work for your family – Choose managed care, introductory care, or live-in support, all with the same clinical guidance and professional standards.
• Care plans designed around the individual – From dementia care to respite or overnight help, we create custom plans that reflect medical needs and personal preferences.
• Supporting independence in familiar surroundings – Home care helps maintain dignity and comfort, often preventing crises and delaying the need for residential care.

Founded by a dementia doctor and guided by nursing specialists, Hometouch provides private home care that combines medical knowledge with compassionate support. We help people remain independent in familiar surroundings, with the reassurance that comes from expert clinical oversight.

Our care team creates custom care plans tailored to each person’s needs. We match your loved one with a carer who understands both their medical requirements and who they are as a person. This personalised approach means care that maintains dignity and independence at home.

Private home care is professional support provided in your own home. It allows people to stay independent in familiar surroundings while receiving help with everyday activities such as washing, dressing, preparing meals, and taking medication.

Unlike residential care, private home care is built around the individual – offering flexible support that can range from a few hours a week to full-time live-in assistance. The aim is to maintain comfort, dignity, and safety without uprooting daily life.

At Hometouch, carers work under clinical oversight, meaning that experienced health professionals review care plans to make sure they meet both personal and medical needs.

Private home care supports anyone who needs extra help to live well at home. 

This includes:

• Older adults managing mobility or health changes
• People recovering after an illness or hospital stay
• Individuals living with dementia or cognitive decline
• Families who need respite or overnight help

Each person’s situation is unique. A good care provider will create a custom care plan tailored to health needs, lifestyle and preferences.

Recognising when to arrange home care can be one of the hardest parts of supporting an ageing loved one. Often, changes happen gradually, and families only notice them when daily life starts to feel unsafe or overwhelming.

Our clinical team looks for signs such as:

• Missed medication or unopened post
• Declining personal hygiene or unwashed clothes
• Confusion, forgetfulness, or increasing disorientation
• Frequent falls, bruises or minor accidents
• Weight loss, dehydration, or little food in the fridge
• Withdrawal, lonelines,s or loss of interest in activities

Noticing these changes doesn’t mean independence has to end. Instead, it’s a signal that the right support could make life easier and safer. Early intervention often prevents crises and helps people stay at home for longer.

There are several ways to arrange private home care, depending on how much control or support you’d like to have.

Managed home care

A regulated or “fully managed” service handles everything, from assessment, carer recruitment, training and ongoing supervision. This option offers continuity and oversight, ideal for people who prefer a clinical team to manage the details.

Introductory care

Some families prefer to employ carers directly but want help finding the right person. Introductory agencies, such as Hometouch, connect families with self-employed carers who have been background-checked and reference-verified, offering flexibility with administrative support.

Live-in care

When someone needs round-the-clock assistance, live-in care provides continuous help and companionship in their own home. It’s often chosen by families who want the reassurance of constant support without moving into a care home.

Hometouch’s flexible approach

Hometouch offers all three types of private home care, giving families the freedom to choose the level of support that best fits their needs. Each service is designed with clinical oversight, so whether you want a fully managed package or a more independent arrangement, the same commitment to safety, quality, and compassionate care applies.

“Hometouch were very helpful, right from the first phone enquiry. I could not have had a better person looking after my Dad, she was full of kindness and friendship and willing to do anything to help and improve his quality of life. Keeping him at home was so important. I would recommend Hometouch as it is a big decision to get a live-in carer.” – Heather Wexham

Many people with dementia benefit from remaining in a familiar environment where routines feel safe and recognisable. With the right support, this can often delay or prevent a move into residential care.

Hometouch was founded by a dementia doctor. Our team trains carers to manage changes in memory, communication, and behaviour, helping families maintain stability and dignity at every stage.

Costs depend on the level and frequency of care, the carer’s experience, and location. Hourly visits are typically less expensive than live-in care, which offers 24-hour support.

Most providers, including Hometouch, offer transparent pricing and can help families understand funding options such as local authority support, personal budgets, or NHS Continuing Healthcare. Discussing your situation with a care adviser can clarify what’s available and what’s best suited to your needs.

The main difference between private home care and council-funded care

Private home care is arranged and paid for directly by the individual or their family, giving full control over who provides the care, how often visits take place, and the type of support offered. The local authority arranges council-funded care following a needs assessment and is usually limited to essential personal care.

Many families choose private care for its flexibility, consistency, and ability to match carers to individual preferences.

Choosing private home care is a personal decision. Take time to research providers, ask about staff training, and understand how care is monitored. A good service should offer reassurance, flexibility, and open communication.

Ready to discuss care for your loved one? Speak with our care team about personalised home care options.