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 Cowpen. 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. This rate adjusts based on the individual needs of your loved one. To discuss their requirements and receive a personalised quote, 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:
Please note, complex medical procedures like Stoma care, PEG care, or wound care are not covered, as these 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.
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 provides a variety of home care options, including live-in, respite and visiting care.
Each option is entirely adaptable, with every care plan meticulously tailored to your loved one's specific requirements for truly personalised support.
Ready to explore personalised home care for your loved one in Cowpen?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Middlesbrough
6 years
Karen was a very good carer. She blended in very well with the family and was ve...
Birmingham
8 years
Pamela was friendly, efficient, helpful and caring. Spent time talking to mum an...
11 years
Primrose has become a vital and loved part of our family. She has looked after ...
Exeter
6 years
Karen was a cheerful companion and a good carer for mum as she was knowledgeable...
Croydon
9 years
Everything abot Ioana is fantastic. The care she provides is second to none. I...
Manchester
24 years
Sylvia came to care for my Mother at short notice and had a very positive attitu...
Newham
17 years
Amie fitted in really well and it was a smooth handover, she was very positive a...
Milton Keynes
9 years
Ade was our first experience of having care for Mum and it was a very positive o...
Redbridge
6 years
Alma is a very pleasant lady who is always amenable to carrying out duties when ...
Birmingham
13 years
Susanna came in at a difficult time and just got on with it as if she had been t...
South Kesteven
15 years
Highly professional
Hackney
16 years
Very patient and calm. Spoke good english
North Devon
24 years
Sandy is fun, capable, caring, helpful and reliable.
Southwark
23 years
Our aunt’s experience with Elder could not have been better. All was set up and...
Darlington
3 years
Promise provided good care for my sister after her stroke. I certainly felt conf...
Milton Keynes
5 years
Shayla was absolutely fantastic! We did not have a clue to start with but Shayla...
West Northamptonshire
25 years
We found Abegirl to be quietly confident, very willing and could not fault her c...
Three Rivers
8 years
excellent carer
Glasgow City
14 years
Laimi has been really great, especially in recent weeks when mums health has not...
Greenwich
6 years
Friendly, kind and considerate. Punctual, hard working and well presented.