Find a qualified carer to support your loved one.
Choose from a list of personalised matches and speak to them before you make a decision.
Matched to your loved one's care needs, hobbies and interests
Access to our care advisors, family support specialists and clinical team
No deposit, hidden fees or surcharges. Two-week trial period
Competitive or cheaper rates than care homes
Long-term 24-hour support
Temporary 24-hour support
Flexible home visits
We believe there’s nowhere better than the comfort of your loved one's home. That's why, at Elder, we're dedicated to providing the best live-in care in Fishtoft. Powered by industry-leading teams and technology, we deliver unique benefits:
Personal care
e.g. help with washing, toileting, and prompting medication
Dressing and grooming
e.g. shaving and hairstyling
Meal preparation
e.g. cooking meals to dietary requirements and tastes
Light housekeeping
e.g. vacuuming, keeping surfaces clean and doing laundry
Running errands
e.g. going to the shops or picking up prescriptions
Companionship
e.g. providing company and encouraging hobbies and interests
Pet care
e.g. feeding and exercising pets
Mobility support
e.g. encouraging gentle and suitable exercise
Light gardening
e.g. watering flowers and keeping pathways clear
Admin support
e.g. keeping on top of post, paperwork, and appointments
Medication prompting
e.g. ensuring medication is taken correctly
Ventilation and oxygen support
e.g. BiPAP or CPAP Support
Specialist drug administration
Including Controlled Drug Administration, Covert Medication Administration,
Glucose readings via finger pricks, Injections, Pessaries, Enemas, Suppositories
Stoma care
PEG care
Wound care
Arranging home care with Elder involves a clear and supportive process, typically completed in three simple steps:
Speak with Elder's specialist care advisors or use our request form to clearly outline your loved one's needs.
You’ll receive 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.
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.
At Elder, we make it easy to find a compassionate live-in carer. Get to know one of our local care professionals listed below.
Find your ideal carer
We have connected over 5000 families to carers so far.
Still have questions?
0333 920 3648Elder's live-in care service starts from £1,150 per week. The cost will depend on what your loved one needs support with. For a personalised quote for live-in care, call our care advisors.
With an Elder live-in carer, a wide range of tasks are included to support your loved one's wellbeing and daily routine. These tasks cover:
It’s important to know that our carers are not equipped to perform complex medical procedures like Stoma care, PEG care, or wound care, as these 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.
Starting Elder's live-in care can happen very rapidly. Thanks to our nationwide pool of self-employed carers, it's often possible to commence support within 24 hours. For urgent cases, we've proudly facilitated matches and begun care on the very same day.
From Elder, you'll find a broad scope of home care assistance, including:
All this assistance is tailored to your loved one's individual needs, ensuring they receive the exact support they require in the comfort of their own home.
Ready to explore personalised home care for your loved one in Fishtoft?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Leeds
23 years
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Greenwich
17 years
Patience is a very good carer to my parents, great cook & good companionship to ...
Leicester
18 years
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Shropshire
8 years
We feel so lucky to have found Maciej. He has settled in with my elderly parents...
Havering
16 years
Bola has provided an excellent and consistent service under very difficult circu...
Bexley
16 years
Stella stepped in at very short notice and is such a kind and hardworking carer ...
Glasgow City
9 years
Mum absolutely loved Margo as a carer and as a companion from the minute they m...
Ealing
24 years
An excellent carer and lovely person. Made every effort to get to know the famil...
Cannock Chase
7 years
Arine has been an invaluable help in very trying circumstances for my family. Sh...
Stockton-on-Tees
12 years
Thank you to Joice for being with Mum. She was a skilled and attentive carer kno...
Welwyn Hatfield
9 years
Elan is an excellent carer. He is currently looking after my Dad. Elan is kind a...
King's Lynn and West Norfolk
12 years
Piotr has just started with us and he is already worth his weight in gold- handl...
Haringey
40 years
Elfrida is a great carer. On top of her basic duties, she took the trouble to go...
Greenwich
11 years
Esther came to care for mum at short notice when the current carer had to leave ...
Stockport
7 years
Melissa came to our rescue, we needed someone at short notice, when my Uncle was...
Windsor and Maidenhead
15 years
We had a wonderful experience with Maria (known as Mina) as mum's carer and woul...
Mole Valley
10 years
Neta looked after mum for 2 weeks. She was very friendly, kind and efficient. Sh...
Enfield
69 years
Beatrice is a lovely lady kind friendly and looked after my dad amazing Beatrice...
Leicester
24 years
A lovely woman who has treated my mother who has parkinson's with real care. She...
City of Edinburgh
18 years
Although Sylvia was only with us for a short time, she showed great compassion a...