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 Ripponden. 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.
An Elder live-in carer performs a wide range of daily tasks tailored to your loved one's needs, including:
Please note, our carers do not provide complex medical procedures (e.g. Stoma care, PEG care and wound care) that 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.
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.
Elder offers a comprehensive range of home care support, including live-in, respite and visiting care.
Ultimately, all our services are uniquely shaped to perfectly fit your loved one's individual needs.
Ready to explore personalised home care for your loved one in Ripponden?
Our expert team is ready to guide you.
Leeds
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Inverclyde
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Westminster
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Perth and Kinross
41 years
Exceptional in every area
Middlesbrough
22 years
Merida is a fantastic carer. She supports my brother who has young onset Alzheim...
Birmingham
14 years
Very lovely man meets all my dads needs , we very happy
Powys
19 years
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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
22 years
Emily was very different from Mum's usual carer but Mum seemed perfectly happy w...
Bedford
10 years
I didn't meet May for long but she seemed to have got on well with my Mum over t...
Middlesbrough
7 years
I can highly recommend Oumou as a carer. She is a great cook which suits John to...
West Northamptonshire
53 years
A lovely, thoughtful person who was very flexible with my Dad’s care needs. Than...
Bexley
11 years
She is really taking care of my mother and allowing her a great quality of life.
South Lanarkshire
11 years
Matthew has fitted in very well in with my mother in law and is always caring, c...
Powys
10 years
Patricia was caring and kind and helped mum to toilet in the night, several time...
Hillingdon
22 years
We were delighted to have Amina..it was a short visit but she I picked up on th...
Camden
5 years
A lovely person, very caring and a delight to talk to. Unfortunately my husband ...
Bristol, City of
5 years
Carrie is a delightful young lady,very kind,intelligent,patient and attentive.-q...
Milton Keynes
9 years
Ade was our first experience of having care for Mum and it was a very positive o...
Walsall
22 years
A Lovely person in every way
Oldham
13 years
Anne is a wonderful carer. Always in a good mood. Very kind and considerate and ...