A smiling elderly woman sits in an armchair in a care home whilst a younger woman stands beside her, kissing her on the forehead and holding her hand. A standard lamp and plant are in the background.

Home care, live-in care or a care home? How to make an informed choice

By Beth Britton

December 1, 2025

Home care, live-in care or a care home? How to make an informed choice

Homecare or care home? Beth Britton looks at the differences between the two main types of professional care services and provides tips and advice for families looking for care

smiling lady and carer look at camera

Bridging the Gap: What Families Face When Dementia Care Moves into the Home

By Cristina Sequeira

July 24, 2025

Bridging the Gap: What Families Face When Dementia Care Moves into the Home

Families don’t just need services. They need guidance, empathy, and someone to walk with them through the messiness of real life. Cristina Sequeira offers advice

An elderly woman with a walker beams as she chats with a healthcare worker in a bright room, illustrating the warmth of in-home care surrounded by large windows and flourishing plants.

How to decide if in-home care is right for your loved one

By Julie Saunders

August 13, 2024

How to decide if in-home care is right for your loved one

Deciding on the right care option for a relative can feel challenging, particularly if you’re new to the process. Here, Julie Saunders looks at what to consider when it comes to in-home care

Two people sit at a desk; one shows the other something on a smartphone, perhaps comparing home care costs. A laptop and papers are scattered across the desk.

How Much Does a Live-In Carer Cost? Understanding the costs of home care 2025

By The Good Care Group

June 27, 2024

How Much Does a Live-In Carer Cost? Understanding the costs of home care 2025

How much does a live in carer cost? Learn about UK home care costs and what affects them. Get informed today.

What’s it like being a live-in carer?

By Elder

June 6, 2023

What’s it like being a live-in carer?

The team at Elder provides an insight into what life is like as a live-in carer. 

What questions should you ask when arranging live-in care?

By Elder

July 28, 2022

What questions should you ask when arranging live-in care?

Considering live-in care? Here are a few of the questions you should ask a care provider when looking for your live-in carer.

Is Live-in Care right for you

Could live-in care be the right care option for you?

By Elder

March 29, 2022

Could live-in care be the right care option for you?

Explore whether live-in care is the right option for you or a loved one, with realistic insights on benefits, costs, and what to expect.