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 Wigton. 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.
You can expect comprehensive, personalised assistance from an Elder live-in carer across various aspects of daily living. This includes:
It's important to note that our carers do not provide 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.
With Elder’s extensive network of self-employed carers, we can typically set up live-in care within 24 hours. In urgent cases, it's often possible to find a suitable carer on the same day.
You can find the following home care services with Elder:
All our services are carefully designed to meet the individual’s specific requirements, ensuring personalised support for your loved one.
Ready to explore personalised home care for your loved one in Wigton?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Croydon
15 years
Mihaela is mum’s regular carer and I don’t know how we would manage without her....
Barnet
9 years
I would thoroughly recommend Andrea to others as a carer. She looked after my Mo...
Cambridge
9 years
Lovely friendly lady. Made mum feel comfortable and at ease in her own home
Sutton
8 years
Rebecca is a very pleasant lady and a good carer. She gets on well with my paren...
Nottingham
19 years
Sarjo has been in our lives for 2 years now and is considered as a family member...
Kingston upon Thames
20 years
Trudie came to us for a month over Christmas at short notice when our planned ca...
Powys
19 years
Found Jolene very knowledgable ,a lovely attitude and helpful a pleasure to work...
East Devon
7 years
Elena was a credit to Elder. She was unfailingly helpful and efficient. Over and...
Birmingham
12 years
BB has become a permanent fixture looking after Dad over nearly 2 years and know...
Northumberland
10 years
Lola only stayed with my parents in law for a week, as a relief to their usual ...
Salford
22 years
Patricia is an experienced carer. She is very understanding of dementia. I was h...
Manchester
18 years
Ola is a very caring compassionate individual who brings a high degree of profes...
Leicester
15 years
Dorothy is highly professional, experienced and has a fantastic attitude.
Cornwall
23 years
Alfie was great because he was kind and friendly and knew what he was doing. He ...
West Lothian
9 years
Frances is so compassionate in her job.
Cornwall
17 years
A very good career , Valentina was caring and professional
Denbighshire
17 years
Fantastic carer with a strong bond with Mum
Bexley
16 years
Stella stepped in at very short notice and is such a kind and hardworking carer ...
Newham
27 years
Joan has a patient and kindly manner, a good sense of humour but is serious and ...
Peterborough
22 years
Lynne is very caring. She has looked after Eileen extremely well, cooking nice f...