Live-in care
Live-in care at home
A carer who lives in the home and gives continuous support and company, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
At a glance
Live-in care is for people who need support throughout the day and night but want to stay at home rather than move into a care home.
Live-in care suits people with higher or changing needs, people who feel anxious being alone, and families looking for an alternative to a care home.
Covering Livingston, Bathgate, Linlithgow, Broxburn, Whitburn, Armadale, Uphall and winchburgh. All areas
Paying for care: free personal care, Self-directed Support or privately. We explain costs on your first call.
How we help
- Personal care at any time of day or night
- Medication prompting and support
- Cooking, housework and laundry
- Help getting to appointments and staying connected with friends and family
- Company and reassurance, day and night
- Peace of mind for families who live further away
Questions
Good to know
What does a live-in carer need?
A live-in carer needs their own private bedroom and time to rest each day. We talk through the practical details with you before care begins.
Is live-in care available every day?
Yes. Live-in care is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Can live-in care be short term?
Talk to us about what you need, including support after a hospital stay or while a family carer takes a break.
- Registered with the Care Inspectorate
- Carers trained before they start
- A care plan written with you
- Reply by phone, WhatsApp or email
Let’s talk.
A free, no-obligation conversation with a real person.
Arranging care for yourself? Talk to us directly. We will go at your pace.
Office Mon to Fri, 9am to 5.30pm. On call at weekends.