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 Birkenhead. 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 3648You can expect to pay for live-in care with Elder starting from £1,150 per week. This rate is then adjusted based on the specific level of care your loved one needs. For an accurate expectation of costs, 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, 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.
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.
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 Birkenhead?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Redbridge
7 years
Idi was great and glad she’s coming back!
Leeds
9 years
Sif is a young but very mature carer. She is extremely kind and considerate and ...
Birmingham
9 years
Our experience with Selma was entirely positive. Selma has a quiet professionali...
Leeds
7 years
Lourens cared for my father, who has dementia, and my mother, who has debilitati...
Stockport
15 years
Lynette is wonderful- calm, caring and so kind. I couldn’t recommend her more hi...
Braintree
10 years
Elisabete is a fantastic carer in every way. Her care and compassion is amazing....
Aberdeen City
6 years
Deborah was kind beyond words and very practical. She is an excellent carer.
Bristol, City of
3 years
Jana proved to be an excellent cater for my mother. She was reliable, encourage...
Leicester
23 years
A wonderful carer. We look forward to many more care visits from Mavis
Newham
7 years
Jennifer is a wonderful carer with a very stable and happy disposition, extremel...
Southampton
14 years
Fantastic
Coventry
15 years
Muna continues to be an excellent fit for Mike and Marie. They like her company ...
County Durham
10 years
Antal immediately made my Dad and the whole family feel very comfortable and con...
Richmond upon Thames
10 years
Carmen is the best carer Mum has ever had, wish we had found her earlier. Such a...
Windsor and Maidenhead
8 years
As a family we liked Consuelo. As is well noted aunt Sophie can be stuck in her ...
Coventry
45 years
Wanda was an amazing carer. Knowledgeable, skilled a great cook and great compan...
Lewisham
4 years
Lorraine has become part of the family now. She looks after our mum so well and ...
North Devon
9 years
Great company very calm and easy to get on with
County Durham
8 years
We consistently feel confident that our mother is in safe hands. Lyne is attenti...
Preston
25 years
Juliet is wonderful. We, as a family are so fortunate to have her as mum's prima...