Live life your way with live-in care
We’ll connect you with experienced self-employed carers, and ensure you have the tools and support you need to take back control of later life.
More affordable
Services facilitated by Elder are on average 35% cheaper than alternatives
Choose your carer
Pick from personalised matches and speak to them before they begin
No waiting times
Care can start within 24 hours if you need it - anywhere in Great Britain
Peace of mind
In-house clinical teams and 5-star phone support 365 days a year
Our care services
Live-in care
Long-term 24-hour support
- A carer lives in the home to provide round-the-clock support
- Suitable for people living with conditions like dementia, reduced mobility, etc.
- For long-term care needs
Respite care
Temporary 24-hour support
- A carer moves in for a few days to provide round-the-clock support
- Suitable to cover for a main caregiver or for a temporary increase in care needs
- Minimum duration of 3 days
Visiting care
Flexible home visits
- Book as many hours as you need for help in the comfort of your home
- Support with everyday tasks like grooming, walks, cooking, etc.
- From as little as 1 hour per week
The benefits of live-in care
Why 9 out of 10 elderly people would prefer to be cared for in their own home.
Personalised care
Live-in care means a focus solely on your loved one: care tailored to their unique needs and wants, from a familiar face, 7 days a week.
Better life quality
Care at home allows the elderly to preserve their independence, routines and friendships. 97% of people receiving it say it’s improved their quality of life.
Lower health risks
Moving to a care home often causes anxiety, whilst the unfamiliar location is proven to increase the chance of life-changing falls by 50%.
We are an award-winning marketplace connecting families and carers
Every care story is personal, and ours is no different. Our founder, Pete was inspired to help families like yours after struggling to find the right care for his own Gran, Frances. Fast forward to today and our platform has connected thousands of families and self-employed carers. Our tools personalise every care experience, eliminate unnecessary paperwork, and empower families to take control of later life.
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Excellent rating on TrustpilotWhich tasks can live-in carers support with?
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
Why Elder?
Our platform makes it easier for families to find their ideal live-in carer, and manage on-going care.
A personal touch
Our technology looks at over 25 skill and personality factors to uniquely match you with suitable self-employed carers. You can view each carer’s detailed profile and chat to them directly, before choosing who you like best. And, because we know care decisions are often a family affair, our platform allows you to collaborate and work together.
We keep you in control
No one knows your family like you do – therefore decisions over how your loved one is cared for should sit with you, rather than a care company. With Elder, your agreement will be between you and your self-employed carer – together you can agree how care takes place – protecting routines, and ensuring care stays personal.
More affordable than you think
People often think home care is unaffordable. However with Elder’s service you’ll only pay for the care you need, with no hidden costs or upfront fees. Because we work exclusively with self-employed carers, our introductory services are 35% cheaper on average than managed services.
Helping you find the right carer
We want you to find a self-employed carer you can trust and get on with. All cares pass a rigorous screening which includes a background check, character and skills assessment, and verifiable professional references. Only 2% of applicants to join Elder are successful. As a result, 9 out of 10 customers are very satisfied with their first carer.
Our Pricing: Clear, Simple, and Focused on Value
We believe that peace of mind shouldn't come with hidden costs. Our fee is clearly structured to ensure your loved one receives the safest, most supported care available.
Straightforward weekly rates
Full-time care from £1,150 p/w and short-term care from £684 for 3 days (or £1,595 p/w).
Fair, predictable costs
No joining fees, no long contracts. Includes 2x nightly wake-ups and a flexible 2-week trial period.
Optional add-ons
Carers who can drive, spousal support, and managed food budgets - added weekly only if your family needs them.
Clear,
Simple StructureYour weekly cost is broken into three easy-to-understand parts: the Carer's Fee, a transparent Travel Fee, and Elder's Booking Fee. This model provides simple, honest pricing with no additional VAT surprises.
Robust
ScreeningThe Booking Fee funds our rigorous screening, service and clinical processes, including Enhanced DBS checks and professional reference verification, so only vetted carers are made available on the platform.
Integrated
Clinical SupportUnlike other platforms, your fee ensures access to our in-house Clinical Team for complex care guidance and risk management. We also fund carer well-being and loyalty initiatives at no extra cost to you, ensuring a better quality of care.
Seamless
Financial ControlBenefit from automatic weekly billing and secure, encrypted payments—protecting you from the risks of informal arrangements. Our MyElder app gives you full visibility of invoices, care logs, and communication.
How it works
Share your care request
Tell us what you're looking for using our simple request form or speak with a dedicated care advisor to build your care profile and describe the care you need.
Select the right carer
You’ll start receiving profiles of your uniquely matched carers in 24 hours. Chat online to carers you’d like to know better, or arrange a phone or video call.
Prepare for care
Use MyElder to communicate with your chosen carer and the Elder support team, manage your care schedule, and set up secure payment.
MyElder is the only solution you need to arrange and manage care
MyElder is the only solution you need to arrange and manage care
FAQ's
Live-in care with Elder starts from £1,150.00 per week. The exact cost will depend on your loved one’s specific care needs. To get a personalised quote for live-in care, call our care advisors.
A wide range of tasks are included to support your loved one's wellbeing and daily routine. These tasks cover:
- Personal support: Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence care.
- Health management: Support with medication prompting and administration, along with mobility assistance.
- Home management: Planning and preparing meals, light housework, and caring for pets.
- Social engagement: Providing companionship, encouraging hobbies, managing errands, and accompanying to appointments and social outings.
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, absolutely! Live-in care is a quality and often cheaper alternative to a care home. Residential care frequently involves extra fees beyond the headline price, and can become especially costly for couples who typically need to pay for two separate rooms.
Your loved one remains in their familiar home, preserving their routine and freedom. With dedicated one-to-one support, they gain better value and greater peace of mind compared to the less individualised approach of residential care.
Thanks to Elder's nationwide network of self-employed carers, care 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.
Elder provides personalised home care services, including:
- live-in care - a carer lives with the care recipient for all-day support
- respite care - a carer moves in with the care recipient for a few days, for example whilst the main caregiver is away
- visiting care - a carer comes for a few hours a day to support the recipient in their home
For more information, speak to one of our care advisors.