Live-in Care in London
Live-in care in London provides round-the-clock support from a dedicated carer who lives in your home, offering continuous companionship and assistance whenever it's needed. Our professional live-in carers serve Central London, Kensington, Chelsea, Richmond, and across Greater London.
This type of home care allows you or your loved one to remain in the comfort and familiarity of home in London, surrounded by cherished memories, while receiving the support needed to live safely and independently. Whether you need elderly care, dementia care, or 24-hour care at home in London, our experienced carers are here to help.
24/7 Support
Round-the-clock care and assistance whenever you need it
Stay at Home
Remain in the comfort and familiarity of your own home
Personal Attention
One-to-one care tailored to your unique needs
Who This Service Is For
- People who want round-the-clock support without leaving their own home
- Those who want to maintain familiar routines, surroundings and neighbours
- Families for whom a residential care home would be more disruptive or costly than staying at home
- People who want to keep beloved pets and possessions close by
- Anyone who prefers one-to-one, personalised attention over shared staff ratios in a care home
What's Included
What does a live-in carer do?
A live-in carer's role is shaped entirely around the person they support. Typically that includes help getting up, washing and dressing; preparing meals and drinks; medication prompts at the right times; light housework and laundry; shopping and errands; accompanying you to GP and hospital appointments; and companionship throughout the day. At night, your carer is in the house if you need reassurance - with waking-night support available where needs are higher.
Just as importantly, a live-in carer helps you keep doing the things you enjoy, from a walk in your local park to visiting friends, going to church or the theatre, or simply keeping your garden the way you like it.
Live-in care costs in London
Live-in care with Live-in Care London starts from £1,100 per week. The exact cost depends on how much support is needed, whether specialist experience such as dementia or Parkinson's care is required, and whether one or two carers are needed (for example for couples). By comparison, residential care homes in London commonly charge around £1,450-£1,600 per week in 2026, and nursing homes more - for shared rather than one-to-one care.
Many people pay privately, but you may also be entitled to Attendance Allowance, council support or NHS Continuing Healthcare. Our guide to paying for live-in care explains each option.
How Live-In Care Works in London
When you choose live-in care in London with Live-in Care London, a professional carer moves into your home to provide continuous support across Greater London. They'll have their own private room and will be on hand day and night to help with whatever you need - from personal care and medication to companionship and household tasks. Our London-based carers provide expert elderly care, dementia care, and 24-hour home care services.
Your carer will follow a personalised care plan created specifically for you, but with the flexibility to adapt to how you're feeling each day. They'll respect your routines, support your independence, and be there whenever you need them. Whether you're in Central London, Richmond, Bromley, or anywhere in Greater London, we provide quality care at home.
Carefully Matched Carers in London
We understand that inviting someone to live in your home in London is a big decision. That's why we take great care in matching you with a local carer who not only has the right skills and experience but also shares similar interests and values. All our carers are DBS-checked and trained in elderly care, dementia care, and personal care.
Many of our clients across London and our carers develop wonderful, lasting friendships built on mutual respect and understanding. Your carer becomes a trusted companion who knows your preferences, respects your privacy, and helps you live life on your own terms in the comfort of your London home.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Personal Care
Assistance with daily activities including bathing, dressing, and grooming, delivered with dignity and respect.
Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
Specialist, person-centred live-in support for people living with dementia or Alzheimer's, from carers trained in dementia-safe care.
Overnight Care
A dedicated carer through the night, providing reassurance, assistance and peace of mind for you and your family while you sleep.
Live-In Care Across London
We provide live-in care throughout London and Greater London. Choose your area for local information, including the neighbourhoods we cover and nearby NHS hospitals:
Helpful guides
- Live-in Care vs Care Home: Which Is Right for Your Family?
An honest side-by-side comparison of live-in care and care homes, including costs, dementia, couples and pets.
- How to Pay for Live-in Care in London: 2026/27 Funding Guide
Council funding, the 2026/27 means test, Attendance Allowance, NHS Continuing Healthcare and other ways to pay.
- Dementia Care at Home in London: A Practical Guide for Families
How to help someone with dementia or Alzheimer's live safely at home - signs, routines, night-time care and support.
- Arranging Care at Home After a Hospital Discharge in London
How hospital discharge works, what to ask the ward, free reablement, and arranging care for discharge day.
- How to Choose a Live-in Care Agency in London: 10 Questions to Ask
Introductory vs managed agencies explained, plus the questions to ask any live-in care provider.
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