Search and connect with self-employed carers
We have connected over 6,000 families and self-employed carers across the UK. Start your search today.
3 easy steps to organise care
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.
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.
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 the right carer with our ElderMatch technology
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.
A companion you can count on
The technology recommends local carers, and looks at interests and hobbies to find a strong personality fit too.
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.
FAQs
Still have questions?
0333 920 3648You can expect to pay for live-in care with Elder starting from £1,150 per week. This rate is then adjusted based on the specific level of care your loved one needs. For an accurate expectation of costs, please contact our care advisors.
An Elder live-in carer performs a wide range of daily tasks tailored to your loved one's needs, including:
- Personal care: Bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence care.
- Health support: Medication prompting and administration, and mobility support.
- Household duties: Meal planning and preparation, light housework, and pet care.
- Companionship and outings: Providing companionship, helping with hobbies, running errands, and accompanying to appointments and social outings.
Please note, our carers do not provide complex medical procedures (e.g. Stoma care, PEG care and wound care) that require a registered nurse.
Yes, for many seniors, home care is a preferable choice over residential care. It's often more cost-effective, avoiding extra fees common in residential care and saving money for couples. Your loved one stays in their familiar surroundings, maintaining routine and freedom, while receiving dedicated one-to-one support for better value and greater peace of mind.
Thanks to Elder's nationwide network of self-employed carers, live-in care in 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 offers a comprehensive range of home care support, including live-in, respite and visiting care.
Ultimately, all our services are uniquely shaped to perfectly fit your loved one's individual needs.
