✦ 24-Hour Home Support
Live-In Care Services in Lewes & London
A dedicated, fully trained carer living in your loved one’s home — providing round-the-clock
support, companionship, and peace of mind, without leaving the place they love most.
support, companionship, and peace of mind, without leaving the place they love most.
✦ What Is Live-In Care?
Dedicated Round-the-Clock Support at Home
Live-in care is a type of home care where a fully trained, compassionate carer moves into your loved one’s home to provide continuous, personalised support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Unlike care home placements, live-in care allows your loved one to remain in the familiar surroundings they know and love — with all their personal belongings, pets, routines, and cherished memories around them. A dedicated carer becomes part of daily life, offering not just practical support but genuine companionship and reassurance.
“Live-in care is widely regarded as the gold standard of person-centred care — enabling individuals to thrive in their own home with consistent, expert support.”
At Choice Help Care, every live-in care placement is individually assessed, carefully matched, and regularly reviewed to ensure the highest quality of support for both client and family.
✦ Making the Right Choice
Live-In Care vs. Residential Care Home
Many families don’t realise that live-in care can offer the same level of round-the-clock support as a
care home — often at a comparable cost — while keeping your loved one in their own home.
care home — often at a comparable cost — while keeping your loved one in their own home.
✓ Live-In Care at Home
Choice Help Care Live-In Service
Residential Care Home
Traditional Care Home Placement
✦ Why Choose Live-In Care
The Key Benefits of Live-In Care
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Stay in Your Own Home
Your loved one stays in the home they know and love — surrounded by their memories, belongings, and community. No disruption, no transition.
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True One-to-One Care
Unlike care homes where carers manage multiple residents, your loved one has a dedicated carer focused entirely on them.
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24-Hour Peace of Mind
Day or night, help is always at hand. Families can rest easy knowing professional support is always present.
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Genuine Companionship
A live-in carer becomes a trusted companion — sharing meals, conversation, hobbies, and day-to-day life in a meaningful way.
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Fully Personalised Routine
The care adapts to your loved one’s preferences and timetable — not a fixed institution schedule. They stay in control of their day.
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Cost-Effective Alternative
When compared to care home fees, live-in care can be a financially comparable — and far more personal — solution for full-time support.
✦ Full Service Detail
What Our Live-In Care Service Includes
🧍 Personal & Medical Support
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Washing, bathing & personal hygiene
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Dressing, grooming & oral care
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Medication administration & recording
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Mobility support & fall prevention
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Liaison with GPs & healthcare teams
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Night-time support & reassurance
🏠 Household & Daily Life
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Meal planning, preparation & cooking
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Light housekeeping & laundry
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Shopping, errands & prescription collection
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Accompanying to appointments & outings
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Companionship & social engagement
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Regular family updates & communication
✦ A Typical Day
What a Day With a Live-In Carer Looks Like
Every routine is unique — but here’s an example of how a day with a Choice Help
Care live-in carer might unfold.
Care live-in carer might unfold.
7:30 AM
🌅 Morning Routine
Carer assists with waking, washing, dressing and preparing a nourishing breakfast to the client’s preference.
10:00 AM
🌸 Morning Activity
Shared activity — a walk in the garden, reading, puzzles, or a favourite hobby based on the client’s interests.
12:30 PM
🍽️ Lunchtime
Fresh lunch prepared and enjoyed together, followed by medication support if required and a relaxed afternoon rest.
3:00 PM
🚗 Afternoon Outing or Visit
A GP appointment, visit to family, shopping trip, or simply a cup of tea and conversation at home.
6:30 PM
🌆 Evening Meal & Wind-Down
Evening meal prepared and shared, followed by the client’s usual evening routine — TV, reading, or conversation.
9:00 PM
🌙 Bedtime Routine
Carer assists with night-time personal care, ensuring the client is safe, comfortable and settled before retiring nearby.
✦ Common Questions
Live-In Care — Frequently Asked Questions
Does the carer live in the home full time?
Yes — your live-in carer will reside in the home and be available throughout the day and night. They are entitled to rest breaks and we ensure all rotas are sustainable and fair.
Will my loved one get to meet the carer first?
What happens if we need to change carers?
Is live-in care suitable for dementia?
How much space does the carer need?
Have More Questions?
Our team is happy to talk through live-in care in detail — with no pressure and no obligation.
✦ Explore More
Other Services You May Be Interested In
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Domiciliary Care
Scheduled care visits — from one short call per day to multiple daily visits tailored to your routine.
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Companionship Care
Warm social visits focused on reducing loneliness and enriching your loved one’s daily life.
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Respite Care
Short-term live-in or visiting care to give family carers a much-needed break with confidence.
Find out more →
✦ Take the Next Step
Find Out If Live-In Care Is Right for Your Family
A free, no-obligation home assessment is the perfect starting point. We’ll listen,
advise, and guide you with complete honesty.
advise, and guide you with complete honesty.