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 Crofton. 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 3648The price of live-in care with Elder typically begins at £1,150 per week. The precise cost is always tailored to the individual, depending on their specific care needs and the level of support required. For a personalised and accurate pricing plan, please speak with our dedicated 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 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.
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 Crofton?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Middlesbrough
9 years
Very genuine, caring and attentive.
Dundee City
42 years
Laura is an excellent carer. I felt so reassured my dad was being well cared for...
Leicester
23 years
Respect has settled in quickly in our household in circumstances where my father...
Bristol, City of
5 years
Carrie is a delightful young lady,very kind,intelligent,patient and attentive.-q...
Northumberland
6 years
Edith came into our lives at a time when we'd been coping for more than 2 years ...
Leeds
7 years
Sarah Leach is wonderful from every angle She has looked after my mother for ov...
Leicester
24 years
A lovely woman who has treated my mother who has parkinson's with real care. She...
Wandsworth
21 years
Paul was great for taking control of my mother's medications and helping her get...
Stockton-on-Tees
34 years
Adelle was fabulous. Kind and compassionate with my Dad. nothing phased her. ...
North Yorkshire
11 years
He is willing, has a good sense of humour and is happy to assist.
Dumfries and Galloway
5 years
Kouna continues with alround capability. She is getting more relationship with R...
35 years
Villy was very energetic and kind. She quickly adapted to the household because ...
Luton
5 years
Petra was caring, sensitive and gentle
North East Derbyshire
10 years
Pauline is great. We got off to a shaky start until we discussed in more detail ...
South Lanarkshire
11 years
Deborah was excellent , very patient & caring towards the lady( friend of ours w...
Stoke-on-Trent
5 years
Yanni is our Mary Poppins / Florence Nightingale / part of the family - we reall...
Manchester
22 years
Kuzi was a super carer - very patient and helpful towards my mother, always with...
Southwark
7 years
Bennie is a great companion. She was only with mum for a week (cover for our usu...
County Durham
10 years
Antal immediately made my Dad and the whole family feel very comfortable and con...
Cornwall
23 years
Alfie was great because he was kind and friendly and knew what he was doing. He ...