Live-in home care in Shiremoor
Find a qualified carer in Shiremoor to support your loved one in their home.
Organise care easily and receive support any time you need it from a dedicated care expert.
Why choose live-in care in Shiremoor?
A carer moves to your loved one's home to provide full-time, bespoke care. It enables them to keep their home, routine, and independence.
Personalised care
Live-in 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.
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.
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%.
What are the benefits of using Elder?
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 Shiremoor. Powered by industry-leading teams and technology, we deliver unique benefits:
Love-Your-Carer Guarantee
We handpick top carers in Shiremoor tailored to your loved one’s unique needs. You connect directly with them, so you stay in control and choose the perfect match. With our personalised approach, 9 out of 10 families find the right carer the first time.
Save up to £500/week
Enjoy a clear, transparent pricing structure, starting from £1,150 per week and up to £500 cheaper than traditional care agencies. With no deposits or hidden fees, only travel costs are extra, and quoted upfront.
Stay home, stay independent
Enable your loved one to remain comfortably in their own home in Shiremoor, preserving their familiar habits, routines, and hobbies. This significantly lowers common issues like anxiety, confusion, and the chance of falls often associated with moving to a care home.
Focus on family
Our trusted 24-hour support means you can fully return to being the son or daughter, not the carer. Unlike care homes, you gain unrestricted family time – exactly as it should be.
Flexible from day one
Elder's service is designed to seamlessly fit your loved one’s schedule around life events. Our online care portal makes it easy for families to collaboratively manage care from anywhere, ensuring adaptability.
Support every step of the way
You're never alone on this care journey. A dedicated family support specialist and clinical team are available by phone 7 days a week, complemented by hundreds of helpful articles on our blog.
Which tasks can live-in carers support with?
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
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How can I arrange live-in care in Shiremoor with Elder?
Arranging home care in Shiremoor with Elder involves a clear and supportive process, typically completed in three simple steps:
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.
Choose your carer
You’ll receive profiles of suitable self-employed carers in Shiremoor within 24 hours. Chat to them online or arrange a phone or video call, before choosing who you like best.
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.
Qualified carers for peace of mind
All carers on Elder pass a rigorous screening which includes a background check, character and skills assessment, and verifiable professional references. Only 2% of applicants are successful. As a result, 9 out of 10 customers are very satisfied with their first carer.
Find your ideal carer
We have connected over 5000 families to carers so far.
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's daily duties encompass tailored support for all aspects of personal and home life. This typically involves:
- Personal and health support: Assisting with personal care (such as bathing, dressing, and grooming), providing continence and mobility support, and overseeing medication prompting and administration.
- Home and errands: Managing meal planning and preparation, light housework, pet care, and running errands.
- Companionship and social engagement: Prioritising companionship, supporting hobbies, and accompanying your loved one on appointments and social outings.
Please note, complex medical procedures like Stoma care, PEG care, or wound care are not covered, as these require a registered nurse.
Yes, home care in Shiremoor is often a good and preferred alternative to a care home. It’s generally more cost-effective, as residential care often involves extra fees and can be more expensive for couples. Opting for home care allows your loved one to remain comfortably in their own home. They receive dedicated one-to-one support, ensuring greater peace of mind compared to less personalised group care settings.
Elder can provide live-in care in Shiremoor very quickly. Our nationwide network of self-employed carers allows us to often arrange care within just 24 hours. For immediate needs, we have even successfully matched families with a carer on the same day.
From Elder, you'll find a broad scope of home care assistance, including:
- Live-in care
- Respite care
- Visiting care.
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.
Start your care journey in Shiremoor today
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