What is Live-in Nursing Care?
Live-in nursing is a specialist service that enables individuals, particularly older people or those with complex healthcare needs, to receive one-to-one, round-the-clock care in the comfort of their own homes. This service is an excellent alternative to moving into a nursing home, as it allows you or your loved one to stay in familiar surroundings while receiving personalised, one-on-one care from a highly trained professional nurse.
If you are ready to be discharged from hospital, but require on-going nursing care, or you are living with a complex condition, or need palliative/end-of-life support, then live-in nursing care could be the answer - and all in the place you love most.
What is Live-in Care?
Live-in Care is when a dedicated, professional carer moves into your home to provide one-to-one care and support. This type of care is ideal for those who need support with the activities and tasks of daily life, care with health or complex conditions that impact a person’s ability to live independently, or simply for someone who needs companionship and social support.
Live-in Care is an attractive option for couples who both need assistance, where one carer can support them both to live well together, avoiding separation from a move to a care home. For a live-in care arrangement to work, you will need to have a comfortable bedroom for your carer and access to WIFI to enable them to complete their administrative tasks.
We offer two live-in care services at Consultus, an introductory live-in care service and a fully managed live-in care service.
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We provide exceptional, high-quality Live-in Care services throughout the UK. Call our friendly care consultants today to learn how Consultus Care & Nursing can support you or a loved one.
What does a Live-in Nurse do?
A live-in nurse from Consultus provides comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs. Our registered nurses are highly skilled and experienced in managing a wide range of medical conditions, in addition to supporting the tasks of daily life.
They assist with everything from administering medications and managing chronic conditions to helping with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. In addition to healthcare at home our nurses offer companionship and emotional support, helping to enrich wellbeing and quality of life.
Our nurses are able to support a variety of nursing needs and healthcare situations:
Chronic illnesses
- Diabetes: management of blood sugar levels, insulin administration, and monitoring for complications.
- Heart Disease: monitoring vital signs, managing medications, and providing education on lifestyle modifications.
Neurological conditions
- Dementia: assisting with daily activities, medication management, cognitive and communication support.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS): support with mobility, managing symptoms, and preventing complications.
- Motor Neurone Disease (MND): support with ventilation, PEG feeding and maintaining skin integrity.
Post-surgical care
- Orthopaedic surgery (e.g. hip or knee replacement): wound care, pain management, and physical therapy.
- Cardiac surgery: monitoring for signs of infection, managing medications, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
Respiratory conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Administering oxygen therapy, managing medications, and monitoring respiratory status.
Cancer care
- Palliative care: pain and symptom management, administering medications and other treatments and providing much-needed emotional support.
- Post-treatment recovery: managing side effects, wound care, and supporting nutrition and hydration.
Stroke recovery
- Stroke care: support with rehabilitation exercises, speech therapy, and managing secondary conditions like high blood pressure.
Wound care
- Pressure ulcers: regular dressing changes, infection prevention, and promoting healing.
The Live-in Nursing process
When you choose Consultus for live-in nursing, the process begins with a detailed assessment of your needs, which includes your health and social care needs, preferences, and expectations. This assessment allows us to match you with a nurse who has the right skills and experience to provide the care you need.
Once a suitable nurse is selected, they will move into your home. Whether you require short-term care following surgery or long-term support for a chronic condition, we provide a tailored approach to meet your specific circumstances.
What are the benefits of Live-in Nursing Care?
There are numerous benefits to receiving live-in nursing care from Consultus Care and Nursing:
Personalised care: You will receive one-to-one, highly personalised care from a dedicated nurse who understands your specific healthcare needs.
Comfort of home: Remaining in your own home surrounded by familiar comforts can significantly enhance your quality of life, recovery or rehabilitation.
Continuity of care: With the same nurse or rota of nurses caring for you, there is a strong sense of continuity, fostering trust between you and your nurse. This can positively impact overall health and well-being.
Reduced hospital admissions: Our nurses are professionals and by having an expert supporting you to live well, you can avoid unnecessary admissions into hospital.
Why Choose Consultus Care and Nursing?
Established and trusted
For over 60 years we have been trusted by families to provide the highest standards of live-in care and nursing care at home, with a reputation built on recommendation. We continue to be a family-owned and managed business, which means our focus is on the quality of our service, not on meeting investors’ expectations.
Expert regulated nursing care at home
Our live-in nursing service provided by qualified registered nurses is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which means you can be assured of the highest standards of nursing care. We match you with an expert nurse who will meet your nursing needs, and we manage the service to ensure continuity and consistency of nursing care.
Exceptional care for life
From respite care, through to on-going live-in care to nursing care at home, choosing Consultus Care and Nursing means you do not need to move out of your home to get the care you need. We know continuity of care, in the place you love most, offers families much-needed peace of mind.
Best practice nursing care
We know how important it is to provide best practice nursing care at home. All our nurses are registered, fully qualified and meet our exceptional standards for quality and compliance. We continue to invest in our nursing team’s professional development and support them to complete on-going training. This means nurses are skilled and experienced to deliver the quality nursing our clients expect.
Clinical oversight
Our live-in care and nursing service is overseen by our qualified registered nurses, who support our teams to ensure we can effectively help those living with complex conditions to live well at home.
Talk to us
We provide exceptional, high-quality Live-in Care services throughout the UK. Call our friendly care consultants today to learn how Consultus Care & Nursing can support you or a loved one.
How much does Live-in Nursing Care cost?
The cost of live-in nursing varies depending on the level of care and support needed. At Consultus, we ensure our pricing is transparent and competitive, with no hidden fees. Costs typically include the nurse’s salary, pension contributions, holiday pay, and on-going training. Contact our friendly team to discuss your requirements and better understand the cost of nursing care at home.
How can Live-in Nursing be funded?
In the UK, healthcare is provided free at the point of delivery. If you receive live-in care at home due to an identified healthcare need, you may be eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding. This funding is managed and provided by your local Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and covers the treatment, management, or prevention of diseases, illnesses, injuries, or disabilities, as well as aftercare for those living with these conditions.
NHS Continuing Healthcare is not means-tested, and if you qualify, the funding can be used to support live-in nursing care. However, the amount of funding available will depend not only on your specific healthcare needs but also on the location of your CCG, as this can affect the availability of this funding.