Overview
Our live-in care service connects families with experienced live-in carers and companions who stay in the family home to provide continuous, one-to-one support. It offers a personal, comforting alternative to residential care — helping loved ones remain in familiar surroundings, with their own routine, pets and community around them. Note: this is a non-medical companionship and home-support service. For regulated personal care, please contact a CQC-registered provider.
Who this service is for
- Older adults who want to stay in their own home
- Families needing continuous companionship and home support
- Post-hospital recovery and rehabilitation at home
- Households needing overnight support
Benefits for families
- Continuous one-to-one support in familiar surroundings
- Help with meals, routines, errands and companionship
- Peace of mind for family members living elsewhere
- Flexible short-term or long-term arrangements
Safety information
- Enhanced DBS, references and Right to Work checks encouraged for every live-in carer.
- Written agreements covering hours, duties, breaks and accommodation are strongly recommended.
- Families remain responsible for final hiring decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Is live-in care the same as a care home?+
No. Live-in care means one carer or companion lives in the family home and provides continuous, personalised support in familiar surroundings.
Do live-in carers get time off?+
Yes. It is standard for live-in carers to have daily breaks and regular days off. Families usually arrange short-term cover for those periods.
Is medical or nursing care included?+
No. Our live-in service is non-medical companionship and home support. For regulated personal or nursing care, please contact a CQC-registered provider.