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Live-in care tailored to your loved one's needs

Find a qualified home carer to support your loved one in their home. Organise care easily and receive support any time you need it from a dedicated care expert.

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Live life your way with live-in care

  • 6,000+ Carers

    Select from over 6,000 qualified carers

  • Fast matching

    Care can begin in as little as 24 hours

  • Across Great Britain

    We have organised care in every GB postcode

  • Cost efficient

    Costs on average 35% less than traditional services

Our services

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    Live-in care

    Long-term 24-hour support

    • A carer lives in the home to provide round-the-clock support
    • Suitable for people living with conditions like dementia, reduced mobility, etc.
    • For long-term care needs

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    Respite care

    Temporary 24-hour support

    • A carer moves in for a few days to provide round-the-clock support
    • Suitable to cover for a main caregiver or for a temporary increase in care needs
    • Minimum duration of 3 days

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  • Elderly woman with her carer and daughter

    Visiting care

    Flexible home visits

    • Book as many hours as you need for help in the comfort of your home
    • Support with everyday tasks like grooming, walks, cooking, etc.
    • From as little as 1 hour per week

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The benefits of live-in care

Why 9 out of 10 elderly people would prefer to be cared for in their own home.

Personalised care

Live-in care means a focus solely on your loved one: care tailored to their unique needs and wants, from a familiar face, 7 days a week.

Better life quality

Care at home allows the elderly to preserve their independence, routines and friendships. 97% of people receiving it say it’s improved their quality of life.

Lower health risks

Moving to a care home often causes anxiety, whilst the unfamiliar location is proven to increase the chance of life-changing falls by 50%.

Enjoy your later years in the comfort of your own home

Why 5,000 families trust Elder

Choose the carer

We shortlist carers based on your loved one's unique requirements and let you speak with them to choose the one you like best.

Quality support

Our support and medical teams make organising the right care easy and are available for you 7 days a week.

Easy to try

14-day trial period. No deposits or joining fees. No bank holiday surcharges. Just a competitive price unlocked by our great technology.

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A happy gran drinking tea with carer

When is care at home suitable?

✔ When living with dementia, reduced mobility, or another life-changing condition.

✔ After a sudden hospital discharge.

✔ When leaving the family home causes anxiety.

✔ When the main caregiver is away.

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

3 easy steps to organise care

01

Share your care request

Tell us what you're looking for using our simple request form or speak with a dedicated care advisor to build your care profile and describe the care you need.

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.

Find your ideal carer

We have connected over 5000 families to carers so far.

FAQs

Still have questions?

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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.