What is live-in care?
Live-in care is a type of home care arrangement that provides 24/7 care and support to an individual living in their home.
When a live-in care arrangement begins, a skilled carer moves into the person’s home to provide round-the-clock support, ensuring their care needs are met while allowing them to continue living at home.
How we find you the best live-in care
At CHS Healthcare, we go beyond finding you live-in care. We provide expert advice and a helping hand throughout every step of the journey, supporting you in securing the very best care for you or your loved one.
Start with a conversation
To begin your journey, complete our enquiry form or call our friendly team on 0808 175 3609 – we’re ready to listen.
Tell us what matters most
We’ll take the time to understand your personal needs, preferences, and any concerns – no rush, no pressure.
Meet your dedicated advisor
You’ll be introduced to your own care liaison advisor, someone who’ll be by your side throughout your care placement journey.
Receive a personalised shortlist
Based on your unique needs, we’ll recommend care options we truly believe are the best fit.
Explore your options together
We’ll talk through each option with you, arrange visits or assessments, and answer all your questions.
We help put everything in place
Once you’ve made your choice, we’ll take care of the arrangements, so everything runs smoothly.
What can I expect from live-in care
Choosing a live-in care placement provides a consistent and bespoke care arrangement for someone who wishes to remain at home and is happy to allow a carer to move into their house to manage their care.
A live-in carer will provide a range of duties which can include:
- Providing one-to-one personalised care day and night
- Supporting the individual to remain independent where possible
- Offering general companionship and friendship
- Giving families peace of mind knowing their loved one is receiving 24/7 home care
Unsure if live-in care is right for you?
Choosing the perfect live-in care arrangement for yourself or a loved one can often present challenges, especially if you’re unsure of the type of home care that best supports your circumstances.
Our expert team is available to discuss the different care options we can match you to and help you choose which placement would best support your needs and unique preferences.
For support with choosing the best possible care, contact our team today by calling 0808 175 3609 or by completing the short form below.
What other home care options are available?
In addition to live-in care, we also match people to home carers, home nurses and dementia home care providers.
Learn more about these home care options below.
Home carers
Home carers, also known as private carers, deliver home care to individuals who require assistance and support to manage their health or medical conditions at home. A home carer arrangement can support the individual to remain at home whilst receiving the bespoke care and support they need to maintain their independence and live safely at home.
Home nurses
Home nurses deliver specialist nursing care to support a person who prefers to receive their care at home. Depending on the individual’s bespoke needs, they may require the assistance of a home nurse and home carer to manage their care. In this instance, the home nurse will offer clinical oversight and guidance to the home carer who provides the daily support and assistance.
Dementia home care
Dementia home care enables people living with dementia to receive care in the comfort of their own home. Depending on the person’s condition and how complex their dementia symptoms are, a dementia nurse or carer will manage their care, supporting them with daily activities, physical movement, meal preparation, medical administration and personal care.
Why choose CHS Healthcare to help find you a live-in care agency
At CHS Healthcare, we successfully match people to their perfect live-in care arrangement from our extensive network of rigorously vetted CQC-registered UK home care providers and agencies.
30+ years of experience and a specialist expert team helping people find the right care placement
Commissioned by the NHS and recognised and trusted by healthcare professionals in the UK
Supporting over 45,000 families and individuals to find the perfect home care placement
Growing network of CQC-regulated care at home providers and agencies across the UK
Offering continuous support from our advisors following your home care placement
Providing specialist support and guidance to help you find the best home care arrangement
Find a live-in care agency
Our specialist care liaison advisors are readily available to help you find the perfect live-in care arrangement that best meets your needs.
To begin your journey to choosing the best possible live-in care for yourself or a family member, complete the short form below, and our team will contact you.
Or, if you wish to speak with our team directly, please call 0808 175 3609.
Advice and support about live-in care
If you’re looking for advice and guidance about home care, we have a range of articles, tips and information to help you during your care journey.
FAQs about live-in care
For more information about live-in care, please refer to our FAQs below.
1. What are the benefits of live-in care?
Live-in care offers a person-centred care arrangement from the comfort of your home. As a carer will move into your home to provide the care, this guarantees a consistent structure and routine amongst many other benefits, which include:
- Providing 24/7 care and support
- Supporting with housework and chores
- Helping with personal care and medication
- Carrying out errands
- Preparing your meals
- Encouraging you to maintain independence and spend time with loved ones
2. What is the difference between live-in care and a care home?
Live-in care is a type of home care provided to someone in their own home. A live-in care agency or provider will arrange for the appropriate nurse or carer to move into your home and deliver the bespoke care and support you require to manage your health or condition day and night. Live-in care supports people to remain in their own home and receive specialist care in a familiar environment where they can maintain their routines and hobbies.
A care home is a safe establishment where people can live and receive care and support 24 hours a day. The residents living in the care home are often in their later life and require daily assistance with their movement, health, personal care and diet. There are different types of care homes available which specialise in providing bespoke care to manage a person’s condition or circumstance, these include residential, nursing and condition-led care homes.
3. How much does live-in care cost?
The cost of a live-in care placement can vary depending on the type of arrangement you’re looking for and your unique needs and preferences, such as:
- The healthcare professional you require to provide the care – nurse or carer
- The live-in agency or provider you choose
- The type of care you require
- The location of your home
4. Are CHS’s recommended live-in care agencies registered with the CQC?
The live-in care agencies and providers we match to individuals and families are all registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). At CHS Healthcare, we are committed to finding the perfect care placements for people across the UK. We do this by assessing our network of CQC-registered care providers against your bespoke needs and wishes, helping you choose the right care for you or your loved one.
5. How do I find a live-in care agency?
Our home care selection service helps people and families choose their ideal care placements. By offering tailored support and our localised knowledge of live-in care agencies in your chosen area, we will match you to the best care arrangement from our trusted network of providers.
Whether you require an urgent live-in care placement or you’re preparing in advance, our teams are on hand to support you in making an informed choice when it matters most.
If you’re looking to arrange live-in care and need support, please get in touch with our team by completing our short form above.
