HOME CARE SERVICE
Live-in care
Live-in care can support someone who needs regular help throughout the day but wants to remain in familiar surroundings. It is not the same as continuous one-to-one waking support.
WHO IT IS FOR
When this support may help
- Adults whose needs cannot be met by short visits alone
- People who want an alternative to moving into residential care
- Couples who need different levels of practical support
- Families looking for consistent help and reassurance
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Support agreed in your care plan
- Personal care and daily routines
- Meals, shopping and household support
- Companionship and planned activities
- Medication support when assessed and agreed
- Support with appointments
- A clear plan for rest breaks, night-time needs and cover
PLANNING
How this care is planned
A detailed assessment considers the home, sleeping arrangements, breaks, night support, moving and handling, medication, emergency plans and how cover will work.
QUALITY CONTROLS
What good support should show
- The live-in arrangement is reviewed regularly
- Carer breaks and boundaries are protected
- Night-time requirements are recorded accurately
- Contingency cover is agreed before support starts
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions about live-in care
Does live-in care mean someone is awake all night?
No. A live-in carer normally needs uninterrupted rest. Frequent or planned waking-night support requires a different staffing arrangement.
Will the carer need their own room?
Yes. Suitable private sleeping and storage arrangements are normally essential and will be discussed during assessment.
Can live-in care support two people?
Sometimes. Both people’s needs must be assessed so the plan and staffing are safe and realistic.
NEXT STEP
Discuss live-in care
A care conversation helps us understand what support is needed, where it is needed and what should happen next.