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Live-in Care in Lancaster
Relationship-led and supportive Live-in Care in Lancaster from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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The Lancaster Live-in Care team, here to help every step of the way
In Lancaster, Morecambe, and Garstang, we offer live-in care as a flexible, compassionate alternative to residential care homes, where a Care Professional lives with you in your own home. This option is tailored to individuals who need support with day-to-day tasks, from personal care to complex health needs, while enjoying the comfort and familiarity of their own surroundings. Our live-in care is about building a genuine relationship – whether that means helping with morning routines, preparing meals, or ensuring that loved ones enjoy their favourite activities.
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Get in touch Why Live-in Care may be right for you
Locally managed live-in home care with Home Instead Lancaster means truly personalised care. Rated 10/10 on homecare.co.uk reviews, you can trust our local service. Sam, our owner and former Royal Navy member, leads a team devoted to providing not only practical support but also companionship and continuity, the key to wellbeing. With regular visits and support from our office team in Lancaster, and in-depth training in areas such as dementia, Parkinson’s, and mobility care, our live-in Care Professionals are here to give families confidence and peace of mind, knowing their loved one has a familiar, compassionate face by their side each day.
What we do to care for your loved ones
We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of a unique mix of services to meet your needs.
Home help & meal prep
Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.Personal care
Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.Mobility support
Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.Health appointment management
We support you to attend those important health appointments.Community engagement
We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.Transportation
Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.Medication management
Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
“I love working for Home Instead. As a care professional, I feel valued by both the people I look after and by the management team. I am so glad to work in such a supportive environment! We provide care to a very high standard and our clients matter to us. I feel privileged to be part of a dedicated team who endeavours to do its very best”
Béatrice
“I’ve always wanted a job where I can help and support people. Home Instead has given me this opportunity. Since i started in September 2022 my confidence has grown thanks to the support from the office staff with all the training that helped me support my clients appropriately”
Mel
“Having retired from a 35 year career in Podiatry, I’m now part the Home Instead team.
The way the company is run is a breath of fresh air, they genuinely care about their clients and staff.
I feel I’m part of something special, working for a conscientious company with great colleagues.
My aim every day is to be supportive to our clients, help them feel independent and have a sense
of well-being in their own home with a smile and some laughter along the way”
Isobel
“I’m 60 years old and retired 4 years ago from a career in Finance. I soon realised that retirement left me with a lot of time, so I decided I needed to find something I could do to put something back in to society and feel I was making a difference. As a family we his used the services of Home Instead to assist my Father in Law to stay in his own home. I thought this is something I could do and felt I would enjoy. I joined the Home Instead Lancaster Team 2 months ago and absolutely love it. I now regular clients who I felt privileged to meet and assist in their own homes. I can honestly say it has changed my life and feel I am contributing to improve their quality of life and overall happiness. I wish I had thought of this a been my first career choice all those years ago. It’s great being part of a team, who have been incredible in their support and training. I’m learning new skills and this has enhanced my life as well as those I care for”
Andrew
Tailored Live-in Care in Lancaster
We approach each live-in care plan with a bespoke focus, reflecting both current needs and any evolving changes over time. Our service includes everything from medication reminders and complex condition support – such as PEG feeding, catheter care, and mobility assistance – to household tasks and companionship outings. For one local client, our live-in care support has meant the difference between relocating to a care home and maintaining a sense of independence with regular strolls along Morecambe’s Promenade. We listen, learn, and tailor care to ensure each client feels respected, safe, and at ease in their home environment.
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Get in touch Trusted Live-in Care from experienced home care professionals in Lancaster
Our Home Instead Lancaster team brings expertise to live-in care, and we’re recognised as a Top 20 Home Care Provider in the North West. Every Care Professional undergoes extensive training, including advanced skills in dementia and mobility care, ensuring they’re equipped to handle complex care needs and maintain clients’ dignity. Supported by our office team, they receive guidance, regular updates, and ongoing supervision to ensure each care plan is seamlessly managed. For our clients, this means the comfort of a familiar presence backed by the reliability of an entire professional team.
Additional support and activities in Lancaster
Community connections enhance our live-in care. We have working relationships with local health professionals, community groups as well as tradespeople, to provide well-rounded support. Our local connection ensures our clients stay engaged with their Lancashire community, from social activities to health resources, and reinforces our mission to provide both care and companionship at every step.
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Lancaster team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Sunderland, Lancaster, Morecambe, Heysham, Garstang, Bare, Preesall, Aughton, Bowerham, Skerton, Greaves, Catterall, Hambleton, Torrisholme, Hala, Scotforth, White Lund, High Bentham, Scale Hall, Galgate, Abraham Heights, Haverbreaks, Great Eccleston, Goosnargh, Moorlands, Forton, Stalmine, Pilling, Overton, Chipping, Stake Pool, Low Bentham, Bilsborrow, Scorton, St Michael's on Wyre, Wray, Cockerham, Bowgreave, Little Eccleston, Whittingham, Knowle Green, Quernmore, Calder Vale, Hesketh Lane, Myerscough, Austwick, Whitechapel, Dolphinholme, Winmarleigh, Barton, Sower Carr, Keasden, Inglewhite, Churchtown, Halton, Nateby, Wennington, Bay Horse, Bleasdale, Skitham, Aldcliffe, Claughton, Claughton, Heaton, Scronkey, Marsh, Hale Nook, Clapham, Stodday, Caton Green, Ratten Row, Eagland Hill, Lowgill, Whin Lane End, Broughton, Brookhouse, Middleton, Caton, Out Rawcliffe, Gressingham, Upper Thurnham, Hornby, Farleton, Lower Thurnham, Crossgill, Oakenclough, Eldroth, Newby, Cold Cotes, Hampson Green, Ellel, Staynall, Abbeystead, Old Wennington, Vale, Larbreck, Halton Green, Newsham, Eskrigge, Wharfe, Lower Burrow, Copp, Lee, Feizor, Lawkland, Tatham, Marshaw, Tarnbrook, Great Wood, Bulk, Hest Bank, Slyne, Bolton le Sands, Knott End-On-Sea, Bailrigg, Glasson Dock, High Salter, Middle Salter, Low Salter, Ortner, Thornley with Wheatley, Bowland with Leagram, Duncombe, Barnacre, Nether Wyresdale, Cabus, Pilling Lane, Old Glasson, Hillam, Bank Houses, Ashton with Stodday, Conder Green, Marsh Houses, Preesall Park, Stalmine Moss Side, Preesall Moss Side, Hambleton Moss Side, Crossmoor, Oxcliffe Hill, Greystonegill, Mill Houses, Littledale, Brock Mill, Shefferlands, Bonds, Bazil, Botton Head
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
LA3 1, LA1 5, PR3 1, LA3 3, LA1 2, LA4 5, LA1 1, FY6 9, LA3 2, LA4 6, LA4 4, FY6 0, LA5 8, LA1 3, LA2 8, PR3 6, LA1 4, LA2 9, PR3 5, LA2 7, LA2 6, LA2 0, PR3 2, PR3 0
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead Lancaster a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Lancaster is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - What local support is available?
Ensuring reliable live-in care means having robust support ready to handle any changes or emergencies. It’s important to ask how a provider manages carers schedules, especially if adjustments are needed or if a carer is unavailable.
At Home Instead we maintain a comprehensive local team that coordinates alternative arrangements in situations such as if the Care Professional is ill, without disrupting care continuity – ensuring your loved one always receives the attention they need.
- Are your carers employed or are they self-employed?
There are broadly two types of live-in care providers: self-employed carers and professional care companies. Self-employed carers typically offer flexibility and may cost less, but they often lack regulation, comprehensive training, and insurance, which can impact the quality and reliability of care.
Professional care companies, like Home Instead, directly employ Care Professionals who are rigorously trained and fully background-checked and insured. These employees are covered under the company’s policies, including national insurance and payroll, ensuring a secure, and high-standard care environment.
- What qualifications do your carers have?
Training and qualifications are vital in ensuring live-in carers deliver high-quality care. It’s a good idea to ask about the providers training levels and certifications.
Home Instead’s Care Professionals receive comprehensive training in areas such as mobility support, dementia and Parkinson’s care, catheter management, and end of life support. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures they are well-prepared to provide compassionate and effective care across various scenarios.
- How do you match caregivers with clients?
Compatibility between a live-in carer and client can greatly influence the quality of care. It’s beneficial to enquire about the matching process and how a provider ensures that the caregiver’s personality and skills align with the client’s needs and preferences.
At Home Instead, we carefully, match clients with one or more Care Professionals based on shared interests and care requirements to foster a comfortable and supportive relationship.
- How does your service ensure care continuity during emergencies or caregiver changes?
Continuity of care is essential, especially in emergencies or when regular live-in carers are unavailable. Ask your care provider how they handle such situations.
Home Instead has protocols in place to ensure that care continues seamlessly, with trained Care Professionals ready to step on so that your loved one’s needs are always met without interruption.
- What is live-in care?
Live-in care means a trained, professional carer will live with you in your home in order to provide the care you need on a regular basis, and support your specific needs. This is often a preferable alternative to a care home or nursing home, and it allows older people to remain living in their own home alongside a constant companion who can assist with things like personal care, specialist medical care, cooking, housework, and more.
Discover More - How much does live-in care cost?
Every live-in care package is unique to the individual client, so the best way to gauge how much this will cost you is to get in touch to discuss your loved ones needs. As a rough guide to cost, live-in care through an agency often ranges from around £1,350 to £2,000 per week in the UK, depending on their needs and other factors mentioned in our guide on cost linked below.
Discover More - How many hours does the Care Professional work?
Live-in care is not the same as 24-hour care. A Care Professional will typically work an 8 to 10 hour day. Those hours will be discussed in your initial assessment and tailored to suit the needs of the person receiving care. A live-in Care Professional is of course on hand in case of emergencies, but it is not generally expected that they will provide ongoing night care. The Care Professional also needs to have breaks throughout the day, and other Care Professionals may visit the home if a wrap-around care service is offered, giving the main care provider their needed breaks without any interruption in support.
- What will a live-in Care Professional require?
A live-in Care Professional must have their own bedroom for personal space. It is also typically expected that the home has an internet connection. Arrangements for food will be discussed in your consultation, but the Care Professional typically receives a weekly food allowance to purchase food for themselves. Live-in Care Professionals may cook and eat with their clients, or they may decide to do this separately, depending on the dietary requirements and personal preferences of everyone involved.
- What are the benefits of live-in care at home?
Live-in care at home empowers the elderly to maintain their independence, dignity, and a sense of control over their lives, while still receiving dedicated, comprehensive support. By far the main benefit is that live-in care allows care recipients to remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own home, which can significantly enhance emotional well-being and quality of life. This form of care is highly personalised, adapting to the specific needs and routines of the individual, ensuring tailored support for daily activities, medication management, mobility assistance, and more. The one-on-one nature of live-in care fosters a strong bond between the Care Professional and care recipient, providing companionship and reducing feelings of isolation. Staying at home eliminates the disruption and stress often associated with moving to a care facility, and even 24 hour live-in home care can also be considerably more cost-effective than residential care options, as it avoids facility fees which can often be extremely steep.
Reach out and talk to the Lancaster team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Lancaster team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Live-in Care service, please call us on 01524 951574, or fill out the form below.
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