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 Manchester. 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.
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, home care 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.
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.
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 Manchester?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Southwark
5 years
I had to leave my wife for 3 days. She is disabled and suffers from dementia. ...
Midlothian
7 years
Eva has only been on this placement for a week but she has cared for our daughte...
Birmingham
25 years
Melissa is both a wonderful carer and companion to my mother. We are all very fo...
Hammersmith and Fulham
32 years
We were very grateful that Caroline was available and willing to come to help Mu...
South Lanarkshire
11 years
Deborah was excellent , very patient & caring towards the lady( friend of ours w...
Stratford-on-Avon
22 years
Her approach to the work was intelligent, sensitive and complete. A lovely lady.
Somerset
6 years
Matilda looked after my Mum for s short while. She was a lovely, caring, hard w...
County Durham
8 years
Janine is an amazing carer in every way and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her...
Barking and Dagenham
11 years
Yemi has been with us for 3 years now and is a great asset
11 years
Primrose has become a vital and loved part of our family. She has looked after ...
Calderdale
14 years
Evelyn is a fantastic carer, she is very compassionate person and takes fantasti...
Cheshire East
17 years
Mum really enjoyed having Joy with her and we would certainly have her back. Joy...
South Holland
7 years
Olivia was an angel sent from heaven. Pro-active and caring - the change in mum...
Nottingham
17 years
Jayne is a delightful and intelligent young woman and my husband enjoyed her com...
Liverpool
9 years
Fay has been a great help in being a companion to, and in caring for, my mother ...
Hackney
31 years
Eva has been a real pleasure, such a reliable, hard working individual. She is a...
Bradford
7 years
Natalia was wonderful because she was patient, calm and kind with my mother, wh...
Stoke-on-Trent
20 years
Elaine came to care for my relative when we were facing a very difficult time. S...
Rutland
47 years
Joanne was a delight, she and Marjorie had a lovely week together, she made Marj...
Newham
38 years
Words cannot express the gratitude and appreciation for Sheila. She is a carer...