Costs of live-in care
Costs of live-in care
When considering live-in care for yourself or a loved one, understanding the cost and value is important. At Consultus Care and Nursing, we aim to provide clarity on all the costs involved and the exceptional benefits that come with our comprehensive live-in care services.
We believe in clear pricing for live-in care. You and your family can experience the unique and profound benefits of live-in care from £1,575 for our managed care service*.
* The price quoted for managed live-in care is subject to a comprehensive assessment of your needs
How much does live-in care cost in the UK?
The cost of live-in care varies significantly based on the level of support required and the specific needs of an individual. At Consultus Care and Nursing, we tailor our homecare services to provide exactly what you need, ensuring both quality and value.
Live-in care costs explained
Live-in care is an excellent option for individuals needing around-the-clock care and support, but do not want to move into a residential care or nursing home. Whether due to age and general frailty, health conditions or disability, live-in care provides a highly personalised solution that promotes independence, enriches life and delivers peace of mind for both clients and their families.
When considering which live-in care service is right for you, it is important to understand the differences in live-in care costs.
Managed live-in care costs
Our costs for live-in managed care are very competitive when compared to other live-in care providers.
Here is what is covered in a managed care service:
Carer recruitment, employment, supervision and management.
Comprehensive induction training and on-going professional development through our Skills for Care accredited Centre of Excellence.
Compliance with regulation through the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring the highest standards of care.
Provision of a dedicated Care Consultant local to you who will closely monitor and manage the care delivered, whilst providing much support to the client, their families and our care teams. Peace of mind for everyone.
24/7 emergency support. Legal and financial protections, such as insurance, holiday pay, and pension contributions.
With a managed care service, you do not need to find another carer when your carer takes a break or has a holiday, we find another suitable carer for you. The weekly fee covers all holiday cover and the carers travel cost to and from your home. The only other live-in care cost you will incur is if you need support through the night, then additional ‘night calls’ are chargeable.
Introductory live-in care costs
Our introductory live-in care service will see us recruit and introduce to you a trained self-employed carer. The weekly fee you pay will be agreed between you and your carer. However, following registration for this service, we can provide you a guide as to the weekly cost of care.
Whilst this service is more cost effective when compared to managed care, there are additional costs you will need to allow for:
A competitive weekly agency fee of £252 is chargeable by us and invoiced to you weekly. This fee covers carer recruitment, carer selection, specialist and on-going training and emergency out-of-hours support.
You will be required to pay your carers travel costs from their home location to your home and back again.
We charge a one-off registration fee for this service of £250.
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Give us a call to discuss your needs with one of our friendly, expert Care Advisors. They will guide you through your options to ensure you make the right choice for you and your family.
Our live-in care cost process
At Consultus Care and Nursing, our process for managed live-in care begins with a comprehensive assessment of your needs conducted by an expert Care Consultant, in collaboration with healthcare professionals if required. This assessment is either conducted in your home or in hospital, if you are awaiting discharge. Our assessment is holistic, taking into consideration not only your care needs, but your personal preferences and lifestyle. Based on this information, we provide a detailed quotation for a live-in care package that meets your individual requirements.
For introductory live-in care, your needs are discussed via a detailed telephone consultation with one of our Care Consultants. Similar questions are asked, concerning your preferences, lifestyle and individual care requirements to determine the level of care needed. You will then be matched with a Consultus trained, self-employed carer who will best meet your needs. The weekly fee you pay will be agreed directly with the carer we introduce.
Why choose Consultus Care and Nursing?
One of the longest-established and most trusted providers
Founded in 1962, we have always been innovators in live-in care and live-in nursing. With over 60 years’ experience, we are one of the country’s longest-established, most highly recommended and experienced providers.
Unrivalled choice and control over your care
We understand that every person’s needs are different and every family’s situation is unique. With our choice of fully managed live-in care and nursing, and our introductory service, we offer more flexibility and personalisation than any other provider.
Highly trained nurses and carers
We are nationally recognised for the quality of our nurses and carers. With market-leading training, delivered at our own, multi-award-winning training centre (a Skills for Care Centre of Excellence), they provide exemplary, compassionate care tailored to individual needs, offering total peace of mind for clients and their families.
Expert care and support, dedicated to you
Our Care Consultants oversee our nursing and managed care services supporting only a small number of families. This means our service is truly personal, with unrivalled support and continuity of care. Reassurance that we are there when you need us most.
Family-founded, family-owned
We continue to be a family-owned and family-managed business. The largest wholly family-owned live-in care provider in the UK, we focus on what our clients and their families need from a high-quality care service, not on meeting investors’ expectations.
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Comparing the cost of live-in care vs. a care home
Moving home at any time in life is stressful. As we get older it can be very disruptive, especially if we are living with a condition like dementia or Parkinson’s. With live-in care, your life doesn’t need to change. Sharing your home with a live-in carer means you can be cared for on a one-to-one basis in the place you feel most comfortable.
Receiving live-in care at home enables you to remain with your spouse and pets, continuing to spend your day as you wish – there are no set visiting hours, set menu or restricted activities imposed in a care home. You can continue to make your own choices whilst enjoying the company of a live-in carer who has been hand-picked for you. You can build meaningful relationships with your small rota of carers, who get to know you and how you wish to live your life.
Live-in care costs are broadly in line with a good quality care home, depending on the location of the care home in the UK. There are several factors that impact the cost of a care home, including where the home is located, the facilities available and the level of care required.
With our managed live-in care service, there is one weekly fee and our prices start from £1,575. The costs of receiving care in a residential care or nursing home vary significantly, but typically range from £1,500 to £2,000 a week, sometimes more depending on the type of care home and where you are in the country.
For couples, live-in care is a particularly cost-effective option. If one live-in carer can provide the care needed to both individuals at the same address, then only one weekly fee is chargeable (with a nominal fee for the second individual). If a couple receives care in a residential care home, two bedrooms will be needed, which means two weekly fees for care and accommodation. Very few care homes have bedrooms to accommodate couples together.
Your live-in care questions, answered
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"All my mother's carers have been fantastic: kind and extremely caring, conscientious and flexible. They and our care manager are very knowledgeable about her condition and circumstances, and always keep me informed. The Consultus Connect app gives detailed day to day updates and allows me to check her bookings. I am so grateful for the support and would highly recommend the agency."
Hannah, August 2024
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