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Live-in Care for Couples — Stay Together at Home
Our couples care service keeps partners together in their own home with one dedicated live-in carer, often at a fraction of the cost of two care home places.
Why couples choose live-in care
One of the most heart-wrenching aspects of residential care is that couples are often separated. Different care needs can mean different care homes, sometimes miles apart. After decades of marriage and shared life, being apart can be devastating for both partners.
Live-in care for couples solves this problem entirely. A single dedicated carer moves into the home and provides support for both partners, regardless of whether they have different care needs. One partner might need help with dementia while the other needs mobility support — the carer adapts to both.
Couples can continue to share meals together, sit in their favourite chairs, sleep in their own bed, and enjoy the daily rhythms of the life they've built. The carer becomes a trusted member of the household, supporting both partners while respecting their relationship.
The cost advantage for couples
Live-in care offers a significant financial advantage for couples. Consider the comparison:
- Two care home places: Care home fees are charged per person - commonly £1,100–£1,500 a week each - so two places often cost £2,200–£3,000 a week, or roughly £115,000–£155,000 a year.
- One live-in carer for both: A single live-in carer supporting both partners costs significantly less than two separate care home placements.
Beyond the financial savings, the emotional benefits are immeasurable. Couples who stay together at home typically experience better mental health, less anxiety, and a higher quality of life than those separated into residential care.
Our care plans for couples are tailored to each partner's individual needs while supporting the relationship they share. We understand that maintaining this connection is just as important as the physical care we provide.
What does couples care include?
Our live-in couples care includes everything both partners need:
- Individual personal care plans for each partner
- Meal preparation tailored to different dietary needs
- Medication management for both individuals
- Companionship and social activities
- Household tasks — cleaning, laundry, shopping
- Support with mobility and daily activities
- Night-time support as needed
- Accompaniment to appointments and outings
- Coordination with GPs, district nurses, and other professionals
If both partners have complex needs that one carer cannot safely manage alone, we can arrange two carers working in shifts. Our care managers will assess the situation carefully and recommend the safest, most appropriate arrangement.
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What families say about us
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"I can thoroughly recommend Live-in Care Direct. Jason was able to find a live in carer for my mother, on her discharge from hospital, with only 24 hours notice. The carers were kind and professional and there were never any problems."
"My wife recently suffered a stroke and after being in hospital for almost 2 months she has finally returned home. Without the help of Live-in Care Direct this would not have been possible. From my first contact, they were amazing and incredibly supportive."
"We had a wonderful carer called Elva care for my nan. She showed such kindness and compassion. The care provided was exceptional. Having a live-in carer meant our nan could remain living in her own home safely. I would definitely recommend Live-in Care Direct."
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