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Live-in home care in Broughton Astley

Find a qualified, hand-picked carer near you in Broughton Astley. Speak to them before you commit, and get started in as little as 24 hours with no hidden fees.

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Home care services in Broughton Astley

Choose the level of support your loved one needs in Broughton Astley, from long-term support to flexible visits.

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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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    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 care at home

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

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Personalised care

Home 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.

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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.

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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%.

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There's nowhere better than the comfort of home

Love-Your-Carer Guarantee

We hand-pick top carers for your loved one’s needs. You connect directly and choose your match.

Transparent, fair pricing

No deposits, surcharges or hidden fees. A final price is quoted upfront – kept below traditional agencies and care homes.

Focus on family

Trusted 24-hour support means you can go back to being a son or daughter – not the carer.

Support every step of the way

A dedicated family specialist and clinical team are on the phone seven days a week, whenever you need them.

Stay home, stay independent

Help your loved one remain safely and comfortably in their own home. Live-in care preserves familiar habits, routines and hobbies – reducing the anxiety, confusion and risk of falls often associated with moving into residential care.

Flexible from day one

Elder’s service adapts as your loved one’s needs change. Whether you need short-term or long-term care, our flexible approach means nothing is fixed. Our online care platform makes it easy for families to manage and coordinate care from anywhere.

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What can a live-in carer help with?

From everyday companionship to more complex needs – here’s what a carer introduced through Elder can support with, and where their role has limits.

What live-in carers can do

  • checkPersonal care, e.g. help with washing, toileting, and prompting medication
  • checkDressing and grooming, e.g. shaving and hairstyling
  • checkMeal preparation, e.g. cooking meals to dietary requirements and tastes
  • checkLight housekeeping, e.g. vacuuming, keeping surfaces clean and doing laundry
  • checkRunning errands, e.g. going to the shops or picking up prescriptions
  • checkCompanionship, e.g. providing company and encouraging hobbies and interests
  • checkPet care, e.g. feeding and exercising pets
  • checkMobility support, e.g. encouraging gentle and suitable exercise
  • check Light gardening, e.g. watering flowers and keeping pathways clear
  • checkAdmin support, e.g. keeping on top of post, paperwork, and appointments
  • checkMedication prompting, e.g. ensuring medication is taken correctly

What live-in carers can't do

  • closeVentilation and oxygen support, e.g. BiPAP or CPAP Support
  • closeSpecialist drug administration, including Controlled Drug Administration, Covert Medication Administration,
Glucose readings via finger pricks, Injections, Pessaries, Enemas, Suppositories
  • closeStoma care
  • closePEG care
  • closeWound care

How can I arrange live-in care in Broughton Astley with Elder?

Arranging home care in Broughton Astley with Elder involves a clear and supportive process, typically completed in three simple steps:

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Tell us what you need

Speak with Elder's specialist care advisors or use our request form to clearly outline your loved one's needs.

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Choose your carer

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

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Manage care

Once a carer is matched with your loved one, 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.

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Looking for dementia home care?

85% of us would want to stay in our own home if diagnosed with dementia. Elder makes this possible.

  • We've helped thousands of families living with dementia
  • We'll only match you to carers with dementia care experience
  • We're part of Alzheimer's Society's Dementia Friends' initiative
  • Live-in care prevents the anxiety associated with leaving the home
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Live-in dementia care: Real stories of staying home

When dementia progresses, familiar surroundings can make all the difference. Discover how families have used live-in dementia care to bring reassurance, routine, and peace of mind.

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    How Sue found relief with live-in dementia care for her mum

    Sue shares how dementia care helped her mum stay safe and happy in her own home. This allowed Sue to stop being a carer and become a daughter again, providing her with immense peace of mind.

    Read Sue's story
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    How live-in Alzheimer's care helped Pat stay safe

    Penny discusses her mum's experience with Alzheimer's, highlighting why live-in care was the crucial choice for her safety, happiness, and continued quality of life.

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Find your ideal carer

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