What is Live-In Care?

Live-in care is a full-time care solution where a professional carer lives in your home to provide round-the-clock support. They are available both day and night to help with personal care, medication, cooking, housekeeping, companionship and more. It allows older adults to remain in their own homes, rather than moving into a residential facility or nursing home. It's ideal for those needing constant supervision or ongoing help due to long-term conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's, MS or stroke recovery.

What are the Benefits of Live-In Care?

There are many benefits to choosing live-in care over other types of support: Stay in your own home, surrounded by your memories, pets and familiar comforts. Receive one-to-one, personalised care that adapts to your daily routine. 24-hour companionship, reducing loneliness and improving emotional wellbeing. Support with mobility, medication, personal care, household tasks and more. Flexible care that can change as your needs evolve. For couples, it allows both people to remain living together, even if one needs more support. Choosing live-in care also gives families peace of mind, knowing someone is always there to help.

Is Live-In Care Cheaper than a Nursing Home?

Live-in care costs vary depending on your care needs, but it can often be more cost-effective than a care home – especially for couples or those needing complex, individualised support. Unlike a care home, where you pay for accommodation and shared staff time, live-in care provides one dedicated carer focused solely on you. It can also save on costs like selling your home or relocating, which may be required for residential care. And importantly, it offers better value for those who wish to stay in control of their environment and routine.

How Does Live-In Care Work?

Live-in care works by having a fully trained carer live in your home to provide help with your day-to-day needs. They typically work a set number of hours each day (usually 10–12), and are available for emergency or occasional night-time support if needed. The carer gets their own room and breaks during the day. They support with tasks like washing, dressing, cooking, cleaning, mobility, managing medication and running errands. Kelly or Marisa will personally visit you to understand your lifestyle, preferences and needs. They select and introduce a carer we think you'll get on well with. You'll meet them before care begins, and your match is carefully chosen, not just assigned.

Is 24-Hour In-Home Care Right for You?

If you want to stay in your own home but need more support to do so safely, 24-hour live-in care could be the ideal solution. It suits people who: Need daily or overnight assistance, Live alone or with a partner who can't provide full-time care, Have complex medical needs, memory loss or mobility issues, Want to avoid moving into a care home. We understand that you'd prefer to stay in familiar surroundings – i.e. sleeping in your own bed, surrounded by personal belongings, with the freedom to eat what you want, when you want. Live-in care enables this, while still giving you the help you need.

Cost of Visiting Care

Live-in care

Visiting care provides flexible support while allowing you or your loved one to remain independent at home.

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How Much Does Visiting Care Cost?

Understanding the cost of visiting care is often one of the first questions families ask when exploring support at home. At Kemble at Home, we aim to make pricing clear and transparent so you can make the right decision with confidence.

Visiting care is typically charged hourly, depending on the level of support required.

Costs generally range from around £35 per hour, depending on the type of support needed, the time of day (e.g. evenings or weekends) and the frequency of visits

We will always work with you to create a care plan that suits your needs and budget.

What’s Included in the Cost?

Visiting care provides flexible, personalised support during scheduled visits.

This typically includes:

Personal care (washing, dressing, mobility support)
Medication support (timely administration and keeping you on top of prescriptions)
Meal preparation (Hot and cold meals, preperation and washing up)
Light household tasks (sweeping, folding clothes, wiping the surfaces)
Companionship and well-being support (making sure you have regular visitors)
Help with errands or appointments (getting ready, transportation and support)

Care is tailored to your routine and can be adjusted as your needs change.

What Affects the Cost of Visiting Care?

The cost of visiting care depends on your individual needs.

Factors include the length of each visit, the distance from Hereford, and wherever there is a mileage charge needed, as well as the time of day (e.g. evenings, weekends, holidays).

We take a personalised approach to ensure care is appropriate and cost-effective. We are fully transparent with our costs from before you start receiving support, and don’t have any hidden costs, so you can plan effectively.

Why Families Choose Visiting Care

Many families choose visiting care because it allows their loved one to remain in their own home while maintaining their existing independence and routine.

It’s often the first step in getting support at home, as a full live-in carer may be too invasive at this early stage. Most people feel comfortable at the beginning of their care journey with a visit a few times a week to help with more complex or physically demanding tasks.

With visiting care, you or your loved on can receive flexible support as needed, with care that can increase or decrease gradually over time.

Kemble at Home were amazing. They couldn’t have done more and been more helpful if they tried. They helped me to work through a maelstrom of information and options and were an incredible source of support and information. Their care staff were all wonderful and the office was so lovely to deal with. I absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for help/carers.

Emma F -

Client's goddaughter

I asked Kemble at Home for help following an operation for a knee replacement, which they provided over a six week period. I was delighted with the standard of care, professionalism and friendliness of every carer who came to my home, and would have no hesitation in recommending Kemble to anyone needing similar support. Thank you.

John M -

Client

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If you’re exploring live-in care and would like to understand costs in more detail, we’re here to help.

We can talk through:

Your situation and care needs

Likely costs based on your circumstances

The next steps to arrange care would involve a meeting with one of our managers.

In this meeting, they would look at:

Care & Support Requirements

Client Preferences & Carer Matching

Questions & Collaborative Planning

Our assessments are all free with no obligations, but most importantly, an opportunity for you or a loved one to talk through your needs and if you feel we can support you

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Cost of Visiting Care

How Much Does Visiting Care Cost?

What’s Included in the Cost?

Is Visiting Care More Affordable Than a Care Home?

Pay only for the hours you need

Flexible, scalable support options

No additional accommodation costs

Fixed weekly fee structure

Includes accommodation and shared care

Less flexibility in care options