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Live-in Care in London
As the UK's capital, London presents unique challenges for elderly care. The city's size, diversity, and fast-paced lifestyle can make it difficult for older residents to maintain independence. Live-in care provides a personalised solution, allowing your loved one to stay in the home they know, close to family, friends, and familiar communities across London's 32 boroughs.
8.8 million
Population
1.1 million
Aged 65+
12.4%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in London
Understanding the needs of older residents in London helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Greater London area:
Over 1.1 million Londoners are aged 65 or over, making up around 12.4% of the population
London has the fastest-growing elderly population in the UK, expected to increase by 37% by 2035
Around 250,000 older Londoners live alone, with many experiencing loneliness and isolation
Dementia affects approximately 72,000 people in London, with numbers rising each year
Arranging Live-in Care in London
From the quiet streets of Richmond to the bustling energy of central London, London has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover all 32 London boroughs, from Westminster to Greenwich, Hampstead to Croydon
- Our London carers are experienced with the city's diverse communities and cultural needs
- We can coordinate with local NHS trusts and GP surgeries across the capital
- Transport links make carer changeovers smooth and reliable throughout London
Care Services Available in London
Every Part of London
Our carers live with the people they support, so we cover the whole of London - from Abbey Wood, Acton, Addington, Aldgate to Worcester Park. Search for your area:
Care Assessments and Funding in London
A free care needs assessment in London is carried out by your London borough council. Anyone who appears to need care can ask for one, whether or not they will pay for care themselves.
Each of the 32 London boroughs, and the City of London, runs its own adult social care service, so contact the council for the borough where the person lives.
In England the council means-tests care. If savings and investments are above £23,250 you are likely to pay for care yourself, but the value of your home is not counted when care is provided at home.
We can arrange live-in care privately straight away, alongside or instead of council support. Our funding guide explains the options, including NHS Continuing Healthcare and Attendance Allowance.
Live-in Care Elsewhere in London and the South East
Questions About Live-in Care?
How live-in care works, what a carer does each day, costs and how it compares with a care home are the same wherever you live. Our guides cover them in full: what is live-in care, prices, live-in care vs care homes and FAQs.
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"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."
"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."
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