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 weekly cost of introductory live-in care is agreed between you and the self-employed carer we match to meet your needs.
* 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-goinig 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.
Talk to us
We provide exceptional, high-quality Live-in Care services throughout the UK. Call our friendly care consultants today to learn how Consultus Care & Nursing can support you or a loved one.
Our Live In Care cost process
At Consultus Care and Nursing, our process for managed 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.
Funding the cost of Live-in Care
Why Choose Consultus Care and Nursing?
Choice and control
Our live-in care services offer families choice and flexibility. We know that every family’s situation is different, so once we match you with a perfect carer, you can either manage the care arrangement yourself, or we can manage it for you.
Quality care for life
From respite care, through to on-going live-in care to nursing care at home, choosing Consultus means you do not need to move out of your home to get the care you need. We know continuity of care offers families much-needed peace of mind.
Established and trusted
Since 1962 we have been trusted by families to provide the highest standards of care with a reputation built on recommendation. We continue to be a family-owned and managed business, which means our focus is on the quality of our service, not on meeting investors’ expectations.
Accredited training
Unlike other care agencies, all our carers across all our services receive our market-leading training, accredited by Skills for Care for its excellence. This means carers are skilled and experienced to deliver the quality care our clients should expect.
Clinical oversight
Our live-in care service is overseen by our qualified registered nurses, who support our teams to ensure we can effectively help those living with complex conditions to live well at home.
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. 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 £1,000 to £2,000 a week.
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.