Live-in care in Ealing that feels like family
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Covering Ealing, Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham and surrounding areas of London.
Carers undergo interviews and background checks
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£1,272/wk
Typical live-in care in Ealing compared to £1,050–£1,400 with us
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people aged 85+ in Ealing
ONS mid-2025
11,837
one-person households aged 66+ in Ealing
Census 2021
What is live-in care in Ealing?
Live-in care in Ealing means a dedicated carer stays in the home, covering nights as well as days, so your relative can remain in familiar rooms rather than moving into a care home. Listed live-in care in Ealing averages £1,272/week on homecare.co.uk, compared with £1,050–£1,400/week with us. Ealing has 6,302 people aged 85+ (ONS mid-2025). Census 2021 counted 11,837 one-person households aged 66+ in Ealing. Live-in care is the usual alternative to a care home; CQC lists 26 care homes in Ealing. It often starts after a stay at Ealing Hospital.
It's ideal for people who need ongoing support but want to avoid moving into a care home. Live-in care can be arranged for individuals or couples and is often used for dementia care, mobility support, or palliative needs.
What a live-in carer in Ealing can help with
- Personal care
- Support to start the day
- Help getting ready for bed
- Meal preparation
- Mealtime assistance
- Medication support
- Mobility assistance
- Light housework
- Shopping
- Running errands
- Companionship
- Health monitoring
- Continence care
- Appointments
- Prescriptions
- Social activities
- Pets and plants
- Communication support
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
Benefits of live-in care at
your home
Stay home, skip the move
Keep familiar rooms and routines—often calmer and less disruptive than relocating to residential care.
Truly one-to-one
Support shaped around their day, preferences, and changing needs—not a generic rota.
Often better value than homes
Especially for couples: one household cost instead of two separate home fees.
One consistent carer
Trust grows when the same person knows habits, quirks, and how support should feel.
Cost of live-in care
Listed live-in care in Ealing averages £1,272 a week. With us a live-in carer is usually £1,050–£1,400 a week, depending on needs.
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How we work
- 1
Browse carers & speak to us
Explore carers in your area and tell us your needs. We'll confirm availability, answer questions, and help you shortlist.
- 2
Meet and choose your carer
We arrange free and no obligation introductions with your preferred carers so you can find the right fit. Once you've chosen, care can begin.
- 3
Start care, simply managed
We'll provide an agreement and handle the admin. Carers log visits through our app, and you'll receive a weekly invoice.
Carers you can trust
We begin screening every carer before introducing them and continue checks through the onboarding process.
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- ID & Right to work
- Enhanced DBS
- Professional References
- Interviewed
Areas in Ealing
We cover home care across Ealing including Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Hillingdon, Harrow. Many families near Ealing arrange visiting or live-in care after treatment at Ealing Hospital (London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust). Also nearby: Northwick Park Hospital.
Other care options that fit
the home you love
Visiting care in Ealing
Flexible visits that fit around daily life, from a few hours a week to regular ongoing support.
Respite care in Ealing
Short-term care when needed - whether for recovery, cover, or a break from caring.
Companion care in Ealing
Warm, consistent support focused on companionship, routine, and helping loved ones stay connected in Ealing.
Dementia care in Ealing
Expert support for memory loss and confusion, delivered in the comfort of home.
Overnight care in Ealing
Support through the night to keep your loved one safe, settled, and reassured.
Travel companion care in Ealing
A trusted carer to accompany you or a loved one on journeys, appointments, or holidays.
Your questions,
answered
Live-in care in Ealing can often be more affordable than a care home. It also tends to offer better value and quality of life for the care-recipient, if they prefer to be in the comfort of their own home.
Live-in care in Ealing can often start within a few days, depending on your requirements and carer availability. If your situation is urgent, we can prioritise matching and introductions to help you get support in place as quickly as possible.
The cost of live-in care in Ealing depends on factors like the level of care required, daily routine, whether night support is needed, and the carer’s experience. We’ll introduce carers with clear, agreed rates so you can understand the total cost before making a decision.
A live-in carer stays in your home, or your loved one’s home, and provides support throughout the day, based on an agreed routine. This can include personal care, meals, companionship, and help around the home, with time for breaks and rest built into the schedule.
CQC lists 107 home care agencies in Ealing (CQC locations August 2026). CQC lists 26 care homes in Ealing. Many families still choose an independent carer rather than an agency rota.
NHS QOF 2024/25 records 2,309 people on the GP dementia register in Ealing. This is diagnosed dementia, not an estimate of everyone living with the condition.
ONS mid-2025 estimates put 50,302 Ealing residents at 65+, 13% of the borough. 6,302 are aged 85+.
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