Areas We Cover Across the UK
We provide live-in care across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Wherever your loved one lives, we can help find a dedicated carer near them.
Nationwide live-in care coverage
The Live-in Care Agency provides professional live-in care services across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We have carers available in cities, towns, villages, and rural areas — wherever your loved one calls home.
Because a live-in carer moves in with you, we aren't limited to towns where a local branch has staff on the rota. We recruit carers who are willing to travel, so rural villages and remote addresses are covered as well as cities.
Live-in care by city
Each city page covers local care assessments, funding rules for that nation and the NHS services nearby.
London and the South East
Midlands
South West England
North East England
East of England
Northern Ireland
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We cover towns, villages and rural addresses too. Search for yours, or call 0800 368 8558 and we'll tell you about carer availability nearby.
What is Live-in Care?
Live-in care is a form of home care where a professional, fully vetted carer moves into your loved one's home to provide around-the-clock, one-to-one support. Unlike visiting care — where a carer pops in for 15 to 30 minutes a few times a day — a live-in carer is always there, helping with everything from personal care and medication to cooking, companionship, and keeping the home running smoothly.
It's the most personalised form of care available. Everything revolves around the individual — their routines, their preferences, their home. There are no institutional schedules, no shared facilities, and no compromise on quality of life. Your loved one stays where they're happiest, surrounded by their belongings, memories, and the community they know.
For many families, live-in care is a genuine alternative to a residential care home — often at a comparable or lower cost, particularly for couples. And because the carer is matched to your family member based on personality, interests, and care needs, the relationship that develops is often deeply rewarding for both.
Why Families Choose Live-in Care
The decision to arrange care for a loved one is never easy. Many families initially assume a care home is the only option — but live-in care offers a genuine, often preferable alternative that lets your family member stay in control of their life.
Independence & Dignity
Your loved one continues living on their own terms — waking when they want, eating what they enjoy, and spending their day how they choose. A live-in carer supports independence rather than replacing it.
Pets & Home Comforts
Pets are family too. With live-in care, beloved cats, dogs, and other companions stay exactly where they are. The carer helps with feeding, walking, and vet appointments as part of the daily routine.
Better Outcomes for Dementia
Research consistently shows that people with dementia do better in familiar surroundings. The consistency of one-to-one care at home reduces confusion, anxiety, and behavioural challenges.
Couples Stay Together
When one partner needs more care, couples shouldn't have to be separated. Live-in care lets both partners stay in their home together, even when care needs differ significantly.
Types of Live-in Care We Provide Across the UK
Our live-in carers across England, Scotland, and Wales are trained to support a wide range of conditions and care needs. Whatever your loved one's situation, we can help.
Elderly Care
Comprehensive daily living support for older people who want to remain independent at home.
Dementia Care
Specialist support for Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, with trained, patient carers.
Couples Care
One carer supporting both partners at home — often far more affordable than two care home places.
Respite Care
Short-term live-in care to give family carers a well-deserved break, from a weekend to several weeks.
Palliative Care
Compassionate end-of-life care at home, working alongside district nurses and hospice teams.
Post-Hospital Care
Recovery support after surgery or illness, helping your loved one get back on their feet at home.
Complex Care
Support for conditions like Parkinson's, MS, stroke recovery, and other complex medical needs.
Companionship Care
For those who are largely independent but would benefit from company and light support at home.
Night Care
Waking or sleeping night care for those who need assistance or reassurance during the night.
Rural and Remote Areas
Live-in care is particularly valuable in rural areas where local care services may be limited. Visiting care agencies often struggle to cover remote locations due to travel time, resulting in shorter visits and less reliable service.
A live-in carer eliminates this problem entirely — they're already in the home, 24 hours a day, regardless of how remote the location. Whether your loved one lives in a village in the Cotswolds, a farmhouse in rural Wales, or a croft in the Scottish Highlands, we have carers willing and able to provide exceptional care.
Because our carers travel to live with the people they support, we can cover areas that visiting-care agencies often can't reach. We regularly provide live-in care in locations where there is no local domiciliary care agency, and where the nearest care home may be 30 miles or more away.
If you're unsure whether we cover your area, simply call us on 0800 368 8558 and we'll confirm immediately.
How to Get Started With Live-in Care
Arranging live-in care is simpler than most families expect. Call us on 0800 368 8558 for a free, no-obligation conversation about your loved one's needs. We'll explain how live-in care works, discuss costs, and answer any questions you have.
If you'd like to proceed, we'll create a personalised care plan and match your loved one with a carer from our network. Most families have a carer in place within a week — and in urgent cases, we can often arrange care within 24 to 48 hours.
There are no long-term contracts and no hidden fees. You can adjust the care or stop at any time. Our goal is simply to find the best possible care solution for your family, wherever they are in the UK.
Related pages
Understanding Live-in Care
Everything you need to know about how live-in care works.
Live-in Care vs Care Homes
An honest comparison of the two main care options.
Cost Calculator
Get an instant estimate for your care needs.
Funding Your Care
Understand NHS funding, local authority support and self-funding.
Meet Our Carers
Learn about the dedicated professionals who provide our care.
Our Care Services
Explore the full range of live-in care services we offer.
What families say about us
The Live-in Care Agency is powered by Live-in Care Direct. These are reviews families have left for Live-in Care Direct on Trustpilot and Google - follow the links to read them all.
"We recently booked a carer for a fortnight at short notice. My carer Sharon has been absolutely superb providing the exact level of care I needed. She is also a good cook too. They are very well organised. We made the right choice."
"Urgent live-in care needed in Devon for elderly mom having been let down by another agency. Response from Jason was compassionate and effective — live-in carer in place the next day, arranged in just 3 hours. Thank you so much."
"Jason makes our lives as a family caring for my mother with Alzheimer's so easy. He creates a family for my mother by his choice of carers and we have consistency of care. He listens to our concerns and overcomes them. This agency is to be highly recommended."
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