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 Ashington. 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 3648Live-in care with Elder starts from £1,150 per week. The exact cost will depend on your loved one’s specific care needs. To get a personalised quote for live-in care, call our care advisors.
Elder's live-in carers offer dedicated support to ensure your loved one's comfort, safety, and well-being at home. Their comprehensive assistance typically includes:
It's important to understand that our carers do not perform complex medical procedures, such as Stoma care, PEG care, or wound care, which require a registered nurse.
Yes, for many, Elder's live-in care can be a significantly better choice than a care home. It allows your loved one to stay in their own home, maintaining their routine and freedom while receiving dedicated one-to-one support. It's also often more cost-effective, as care homes frequently have extra fees and can be more expensive for couples needing two rooms.
Elder can provide live-in care 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:
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 Ashington?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Barnsley
23 years
Excellent once again
Wakefield
23 years
Jonathan , was the perfect person to take care of our Dad , he was very understa...
Wigan
29 years
Sia was an angel as far as my mum was concerned, who can sometimes be challengin...
Falkirk
25 years
Gimmaima was a fantastic carer for my in-laws. She is a highly intelligent and ...
Croydon
20 years
Awurakua took care of our neighbour over Christmas and New Year and we are very ...
Peterborough
9 years
sandra was very efficient caring and kind with my father ...she was very patient...
Lewisham
12 years
Ayisat looked after my mother for a couple of weeks before she passed away. She ...
Exeter
6 years
Karen was a cheerful companion and a good carer for mum as she was knowledgeable...
North Tyneside
14 years
We really appreciated how Kudi took over care for our mum after our dad was rush...
Kingston upon Hull, City of
7 years
Joy looked after Mum for a week and it worked well. Joy noticed the little thing...
Thurrock
20 years
Hi My Mum liked Phylis very much, Mum always worries when a new carer comes to ...
Barnet
7 years
Any carer looking after our mother would need to have enormous patience and tole...
Greenwich
6 years
I could not have found a nicer carer who gave care and support when needed she w...
Greenwich
10 years
Myriam cared for our elderly father for one week and she was absolutely outstand...
Great Yarmouth
11 years
Gaynor was very reliable and helpful. She coped very well when my Mum had just c...
Sheffield
22 years
Rosina has a lovely caring nature, she is providing ezcellent care for my mum an...
Tameside
26 years
Brilliant - knowledgeable - ticks every box and more that care I would want my ...
Rochford
21 years
Claire is a very good carer who looked after my wife extremely well. She is also...
Leeds
8 years
Patricia is a warm and caring carer who fitted in well. Patricia was with us for...
Sefton
20 years
Rimute is very kind and caring and always puts her clients first. She is very go...