We connect families with self-employed live-in carers

Elder is an award-winning marketplace connecting families and self-employed home carers.

More affordable

On average, services facilitated by Elder are 35% cheaper than traditional alternatives.

Keep your routine

Whenever and however you need it, you set the scope of your service.

Choose your carer

Pick your favourite self-employed carer from personalised matches.

5-star support

Use our platform to plan and manage care from anywhere, and chat to 5* rated support teams.

More value

On average, services facilitated by Elder are 35% cheaper than traditional alternatives.

More control

Whenever and however you need it, you set the scope of your service.

More choice

Pick your favourite self-employed carer from personalised matches. 

More support

Use our platform to plan and manage care from anywhere, and chat to 5* rated support teams.

We’re an award-winning care marketplace

Every care story is personal, and ours is no different. Our founder, Pete was inspired to help families like yours after struggling to find the right care for his own Gran, Frances. Fast forward to today and our platform has connected thousands of families and self-employed carers. Our tools personalise every care experience, eliminate unnecessary paperwork, and empower families to take control of later life.

6000+ self-employed carers on our platform
Over 13 million hours of home care enabled
9/10 families find their ideal carer first-time.

Elders care services

All carer profiles include:

An introductory video

Background checks and references

Reviews from families 

Elder's introductory services

All carer profiles include:  An introductory video       background checks and references     Reviews from families

Full-time live-in care

24hr support in your home

Short-term live-in care

24hr support when you need it

Visiting care

Flexible home visits

The self-employed carers on the Elder platform fulfilling these services provide personal care, companionship, and daily living support. For more on what self-employed carers can and can’t do, click here.

How does it work?

Search and connect in 3 easy steps

Share your care request

Tell us your care requirements using our request form, including the type of care you’re looking for, any specialist skills you need, and what daily life looks like.

Select your carer

You’ll start receiving profiles of suitable self-employed carers within 24 hours. Chat to them online or arrange a phone or video call, before choosing who you like best.

Manage care

Once your agreement with your carer begins, use your MyElder account to chat with them and the Elder team, manage your schedule and care information, and find respite cover if you need it.

Search and connect with carers

Find carers in your area who match your care needs

Transforming lives

We’ve helped thousands of families across Great Britain.

Peggy

Peggy’s dementia meant she really struggled  in a care home. Since returning to her own home she’s become herself again.

Patricia

Patricia and her carer Rose love to keep busy, from attending concerts and dances together, to taking day trips.

Jean & Fred

Married for 70+ years, Jean and Fred receive care at home so they can both stay part of their close-knit community.

What type of care is right for you?

Whether you’re looking for long-term live-in care or respite care, we’ll help you find the right care type for your loved one.

Time required: 2 mins

Care without the unexpected extras

Families pay 35% less on average when using Elder. 

Live-in care

Families pay from £1095+ p/w

  No joining fee

  Up to 2 wake-ups per night

  Trial period included

Carers don’t charge extra on bank holidays 

Short-term care

Families pay £625+ for 3 days | £1450+ p/w 

  No joining fee

  Up to 2 wake-ups per night

Carers don’t charge extra on bank holidays

What is live-in care?

A carer moves into your loved one’s home to provide full-time, bespoke care. It enables them to keep their home, routine, and independence.

Want to get started with Live-in Care?

*The Live In Care Hub

Want to get started with Live-in Care?

Services available across Great Britain

Whether you’re looking for long-term live-in care or respite care, we’ll connect you to self-employed carers with the skills and experience you’re looking for.

Popular locations

FOR CARERS

Join our platform

Looking for an easier way to find private live-in care clients? The ElderHub app is an award-winning platform for self-employed carers, designed to help you find work opportunities, manage a schedule, and get paid on time.

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