Home care service

Live-in care in Northern Ireland

Live-in care can help when someone needs more regular support and the family wants them to remain at home with continuity and reassurance.

Serving families across Belfast and Northern Ireland.

Live-in care
About this care

What live-in care means

Ongoing support at home for people who need more consistent care.

Live-in care can help when someone needs more regular support and the family wants them to remain at home with continuity and reassurance.

Who this care helps

People who need more regular support than short visits can provide

Families looking for continuity and reassurance at home

Adults whose needs have become more complex or more constant

Signs this care may be needed

Short visits are no longer enough

There are growing concerns about safety, isolation, or daily routine

A family wants more consistent support in the home

The person needs reassurance and practical help throughout the day

What support can include

Ongoing support at home

Help with routine and daily tasks

Companionship and reassurance

Personal support where needed

Family communication where agreed

How the inquiry process works

What happens next

We keep the next step clear so families know how support can begin.

Step 1

We talk through the level of support needed and the home situation

Step 2

We review whether live-in care is the right fit

Step 3

We explain the next step and how support can begin

Step 4

We keep communication clear as needs change

Request support

Request live-in care

Tell us what support is needed and our team will review your inquiry as soon as possible.

Care you can trust

Trust matters on every service page

Families should be able to see safe, respectful, local support without hunting for reassurance.

Safeguarding-led care

Safety, dignity, and clear action are built into the way support is planned and delivered.

AccessNI checks

Care workers should be thoroughly checked before working with vulnerable adults.

Trained care workers

Families need carers who understand routines, respect, and safe support at home.

Family communication

We keep families updated so they are not left guessing what is happening.

Clear care planning

Support should be easy to understand, with practical steps that match the person’s needs.

Respect and dignity

Every visit should protect comfort, privacy, and independence as much as possible.

Reliable scheduling

Consistency matters when families are arranging support around work, school, and hospital discharge.

Local Northern Ireland support

Local knowledge helps us respond to families, referrers, and communities more helpfully.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about live-in care

If you do not see your question here, contact the team and we will talk it through with you.

When do families usually ask about live-in care?

Often when needs have become more constant and short visits no longer feel enough.

Can live-in care support older adults or people with dementia?

Yes. Live-in care may be considered for different care situations depending on the level of support needed.

Will families know how care will work?

Yes. We explain the next step clearly so families understand the support plan.

Can live-in care be discussed before making a final decision?

Yes. Families can contact us for a care conversation before choosing the next step.

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Local team

Real people behind the care planning

We support families across Belfast, Lisburn, Bangor, Newtownabbey, Carrickfergus, Holywood, Antrim, and surrounding parts of Northern Ireland.

Our care coordination team is available to guide families, discuss support options, and explain the next step clearly.

Team

Our care coordination team

Care inquiries, guidance, and family support

Our team is available to guide families, discuss care needs, and explain the next step clearly.

Team

Care quality support

Safeguarding and service oversight

We focus on safe support, respectful care delivery, and clear communication for families.

Team

Care planning and scheduling

Assessments, visit planning, and updates

We help families understand the next step, arrange support, and keep communication clear as needs change.

Team

Recruitment support

Applications and candidate communication

Candidates can expect a straightforward recruitment process with clear communication and support.