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We have connected over 6,000 families and self-employed carers across the UK. Start your search today.

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3 easy steps to organise care

01

Share
your care request

Tell us what you’re looking for using our simple request form, and build your care profile to give us a complete picture of the care that’s needed.

02

Select
the right carer

You’ll start receiving profiles of your uniquely matched carers in 24 hours. Chat online to carers you’d like to know better, or arrange a phone or video call.

03

Prepare
for care

Use MyElder to communicate with your chosen carer and the Elder support team, manage your care schedule, and set up secure payment.

Qualified carers for peace of mind

All carers on Elder pass a rigorous screening which includes a background check, character and skills assessment, and verifiable professional references. Only 2% of applicants are successful. As a result, 9 out of 10 customers are very satisfied with their first carer.

Trustpilot

“Patience is a breath of fresh air! She is lively, cheerful and fun and brings joy to my in-laws' home. Nothing is too much trouble. She makes my mother-in-law feel like a princess.”

Louise Elder Customer

“David has been 400% better than I could ever have imagined. I have seen many carers over the years but David is in a break away Premier league. He is attentive, thoughtful, constantly looking to improve the situation.”

David Elder Customer

“[Our carer] never underestimated mum's sharp intellect and desire to hold on to her independence. She and mum chatted about songs mum had always enjoyed, and she helped to create a special playlist for her."

Jane Elder Customer

“My mother has dementia and Maria quickly gained her trust...Maria cooks her delicious meals from scratch and keeps my mother busy with new card games. I have never seen my mother so happy.”

Alice Elder Customer

“She was a very friendly capable caring lady. My husband thought the world of her and has asked me if he can have her care for him the next time I am away which means a lot to me.”

Elizabeth Elder Customer

"Marko has taken the trouble to understand Ken's complicated needs, has become a good friend for Ken and is restoring some fun to Ken's life. For that we cannot thank him enough."

Alan Elder Customer

“Josephine has gone above and beyond. Every Wednesday she cooks a big meal and sets the table for Alison, her son Donald and his wife Annette, which is the highlight of the week and something they all really look forward to.”

Kyla Elder Customer

“Katie has made life easier and better for my gran from the moment she arrived. She has fitted in so well with our wee family and makes my gran feel special.”

Angela Elder Customer

MyElder is the only platform you need to arrange and manage care.

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Screenshot of reviewing carers via the Elder app

MyElder is the only platform you need to arrange and manage care.

Capture and manage recipient details

Keep healthcare details up-to-date and in one place to ensure safe and sufficient care delivery for your loved one.

  • Easily update details when things change
  • Allow carers to fully understand care needs
  • Clinical team on hand to review

Review and communicate with carers

Review suitable carers interested in providing care for your loved one. Use chat to talk to them, arrange video calls or even meet in person

  • Review previous experience and intro videos
  • Background checks carried out by Elder
  • Communicate directly to Elder and Carers

Manage care around your schedule

Request and edit care placements within the platform at ease. Have consistency of care moving forward with rotations among previous carers if needed.

  • Manage care schedule to request additional care
  • View your loved one’s care schedule easily
  • Invite family to collaborate and view care in place

Find the right carer with our ElderMatch technology

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    Ensuring safe care delivery

    ElderMatch technology uses the information you provide in your Care Profile to reach out to carers with the exact skills and experience you need.

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    A companion you can count on

    The technology recommends local carers, and looks at interests and hobbies to find a strong personality fit too.

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    Chat to your matches

    Once you've reviewed your carers, get to know your favourites even better using our chat feature. Ask questions, or arrange a phone or video call to feel confident in your choice.

You get to pick and talk to the carer beforehand, so you have someone who is a right fit. The carer gets to ask questions, and you can build a trusted relationship before they even begin care.

Sarah, Elder Customer

The carers have real affection for my parents. They also laugh and joke a lot, which is great especially with my dad…he hasn’t lost his spark even though he is older, and still loves a joke!

Jan, Elder Customer

It has made my own life a lot easier, as I know Jennifer our carer will just sort things out. It’s a nice balance between being consulted about the important decisions, but not having to do it all yourself.

Jill, Elder Customer

We have been very impressed with Elder. They have been really good at finding carers. All the carers have been very very good, kind, organised and helpful. The liaison with Elder has been excellent right from our initial contact.

Margo, Elder Customer

FAQs

Still have questions?

0333 920 3648

Live-in care with Elder starts from £1,150.00 per week. The exact cost will depend on your loved one’s specific care needs. To get a personalised quote for live-in care, call our care advisors.

A wide range of tasks are included to support your loved one's wellbeing and daily routine. These tasks cover:

  • Personal support: Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence care.
  • Health management: Support with medication prompting and administration, along with mobility assistance.
  • Home management: Planning and preparing meals, light housework, and caring for pets.
  • Social engagement: Providing companionship, encouraging hobbies, managing errands, and accompanying to appointments and social outings.

It’s important to know that our carers are not equipped to perform complex medical procedures like Stoma care, PEG care, or wound care, as these require a registered nurse.

Yes, absolutely! Live-in care is a quality and often cheaper alternative to a care home. Residential care frequently involves extra fees beyond the headline price, and can become especially costly for couples who typically need to pay for two separate rooms.

Your loved one remains in their familiar home, preserving their routine and freedom. With dedicated one-to-one support, they gain better value and greater peace of mind compared to the less individualised approach of residential care.


Thanks to Elder's nationwide network of self-employed carers, care can often be arranged within 24 hours. For urgent situations, we've even successfully matched families with a suitable carer on the very same day.

Elder provides personalised home care services, including:

  • live-in care - a carer lives with the care recipient for all-day support
  • respite care - a carer moves in with the care recipient for a few days, for example whilst the main caregiver is away
  • visiting care - a carer comes for a few hours a day to support the recipient in their home

For more information, speak to one of our care advisors.