Specialist Live-in Dementia Care
Expert, compassionate live-in care for people living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other cognitive conditions. Our specialist carers create a safe, calm, and familiar environment at home.
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Understanding dementia care at home
Dementia is not a single disease — it's an umbrella term for a range of conditions that affect the brain, including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Each type affects people differently, and each person's experience of dementia is unique.
Live-in dementia care allows your loved one to remain in the home they know, surrounded by familiar objects, routines, and memories. For people with dementia, familiarity is incredibly important — moving to an unfamiliar environment like a care home can accelerate confusion and distress.
Our specialist dementia carers are trained in the latest evidence-based approaches to dementia care. They understand how to communicate effectively, manage challenging behaviours with patience and empathy, and create structured daily routines that reduce anxiety and confusion.
How our dementia carers help
Cognitive Stimulation
Activities designed to engage the mind — puzzles, reminiscence therapy, music, and conversation to help maintain cognitive function.
Safety & Supervision
24-hour presence to prevent wandering, falls, and accidents. Discreet supervision that maintains dignity while keeping your loved one safe.
Structured Routines
Consistent daily routines that provide comfort and reduce agitation. Mealtimes, activities, and rest periods at predictable times.
Emotional Support
Patient, understanding companionship through the confusion and frustration that dementia can bring. A calm, reassuring presence at all times.
Meaningful Activities
Personalised activities based on your loved one's interests and life history — gardening, cooking, music, art, or simply looking through old photographs.
Home Adaptations
Advice on making the home safer and easier to navigate — clear signage, good lighting, removing trip hazards, and installing simple safety measures.
Behaviour Management
Skilled management of sundowning, aggression, repetitive behaviours, and other challenging symptoms using gentle, person-centred techniques.
Family Support
Regular updates, guidance on what to expect as dementia progresses, and emotional support for family members navigating this difficult journey.
Types of dementia we support
Our carers have experience supporting people with all types and stages of dementia, including:
- Alzheimer's disease — the most common form, causing gradual memory loss, confusion, and changes in behaviour
- Vascular dementia — caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, often following a stroke
- Lewy body dementia — causing visual hallucinations, movement problems, and fluctuating alertness
- Frontotemporal dementia — affecting personality, behaviour, and language, often at a younger age
- Mixed dementia — a combination of two or more types
Whatever the diagnosis, our approach is always person-centred. We get to know the individual behind the condition — their life story, preferences, fears, and joys — and use this understanding to deliver care that truly makes a difference.
Why home is better for dementia care
Research from the Alzheimer's Society and other leading organisations consistently shows that people with dementia benefit from staying in familiar environments. The reasons are compelling:
- Familiar surroundings help maintain orientation and reduce confusion
- Personal belongings and photographs support memory and identity
- Consistent one-to-one care reduces agitation and distress
- Established routines provide comfort and predictability
- Pets, gardens, and neighbourhood connections maintain quality of life
- Family and friends can visit freely without restrictions
A live-in carer provides continuous, personalised support that simply isn't possible in a care home setting, where staff are typically shared between many residents. With live-in care, your loved one receives undivided attention from someone who knows them, understands their needs, and genuinely cares about their wellbeing.
Cost of live-in dementia care
Live-in dementia care typically costs from £1,450 per week for our specialist plan, which includes access to our 24-hour care line and carers with specific dementia training and experience.
This may seem significant, but it's important to consider that the average care home specialising in dementia care charges £1,300–£1,600 per week — and that's for shared facilities and shared staff attention. With live-in care, your loved one gets one-to-one support in their own home.
There are also funding options that can help with the cost. NHS Continuing Healthcare, local authority funding, Attendance Allowance, and other benefits may be available. Our team can help you explore these options.
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"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."
"We currently have a live-in carer provided by Live-in Care Direct. She is doing a fantastic job with mum, we feel she is being very well looked after. Great communication with the carer and competitive pricing. Highly recommended."
"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."
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