Live-In Care

Live-in Aged Care Services

Live-in care services empower aged care recipients to remain in their own homes—even during the later stages of life. On this page, you will find details about live-in care with The CareSide, plus information about Home Care Packages and the advantages of live-in care services over residential aged care facilities.

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Why Choose Live-In Care?

With live-in care, older Australians can live safely and independently in their homes late into life. Live-in caregivers provide a secure and stable environment in the family home, which allows care recipients to maintain the comforts and daily routines they enjoy while receiving the support they require.

But live-in care is more than just a way to address care needs.

Older people who leverage in-home care services don’t have to uproot their lives to do so; they don’t have to pack up their belongings and say goodbye to things they love, such as pets, gardens and neighbourhood friends. That’s why most older Australians today opt for home care instead of moving into a nursing home: it occurs on their terms and doesn’t necessitate a top-to-bottom lifestyle change.

Live-in care with The CareSide is an affordable, trustworthy alternative to aged care facilities.

Our care team will work with you, your loved ones and the other health professionals assisting your family (such as GPs and doctors) to create a care plan and deliver holistic services that fit your unique situation.

Whether it’s a short-term arrangement or a full-time commitment, we recognise that our live-in care clients welcome us into their homes—and we do not take that privilege lightly.

Our professional caregivers always operate with respect and understanding, ensuring our live-in care clients receive the support they need without sacrificing their identities in the process.

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Get the Most from Your Home Care Package

Live-in care services with The CareSide are available through approved Home Care Packages or private funding.

Many people ask us: How much does live-in care cost?

Live-in care is commonly used in Home Care Package levels 3 and 4. Visit My Aged Care for up-to-date costs and subsidy amounts. If you do not have a Home Care Package and think you’re eligible, contact us and we will help you apply for one immediately.

The CareSide is an approved government provider of Home Care Packages. Since 2017, our family-run company has been on a mission to deliver the best home care in Australia at the most affordable prices. We know how important it is that you maximise your Home Care Package funding while receiving the best care possible, which is why we…

Live-in care prices with The CareSide are 25% lower on average than other home care providers, meaning our clients often receive substantially more care, support and benefits. We happen to believe that your home care budget should go toward your health and wellbeing, and that simple notion has helped us deliver more than one million hours of premium home care in just a few short years.

Questions about pricing?

We maximise your Home Care Package funds so you receive more care and support. Contact us today to learn about our industry-leading rates.

Live-In Care with The CareSide

We hire and train the best.

Welcoming someone into your home is a big decision. Unlike other home care providers, we directly employ and train all of our caregivers. We do not outsource labour hire or subcontract professionals through other agencies, so you will never encounter strangers on your doorstep.

Our team of experts brings decades of combined experience to the table with varied skill sets and specialisations, which means we can match you with care workers whose education and training fit your unique needs.

Live-in care demands patience, compassion, and adaptability. It is about creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood and respected. From daily routines to emotional support, consistency and empathy are key in ensuring their wellbeing and quality of life.

Mackenzie WedratCaregiver in the Sunshine Coast

Since moving from another provider to The Careside, we are happy with the service. Our Mum’s needs are met and we are contacted frequently to bring up any issues should they arise. Their fees are lower and our case has been handled professionally.

Sue KellyDaughter of HCP level 3 recipient

What to Expect

Live-In Care vs. Residential Aged Care

In the past, older Australians directed to enter residential care didn’t have many alternatives. Today, seniors and their families have options. Home care means elderly individuals don’t have to uproot their lives to receive the care they need.

The vast majority of older Australians today prefer to age in place. No one should have to live somewhere that makes them uncomfortable or unhappy—especially when cost-effective and reliable alternatives are available.

The CareSide offers a wide range of care solutions that we can adapt to your needs, such as emergency care services, palliative care, respite care, 24-hour care, and in-home nursing care.

Lack of Freedom

Residents of aged care facilities have limited personal choices. In other words, they don’t get to do things their way and are bound by rigid policies and routines dictated by facility management.

Lack of Control

As adults, we grow accustomed to having control of our environment. Much of that control falls to the wayside in residential facilities, where seniors endure sterile surroundings. These environments can cause residents to feel disengaged, confused and anxious.

Lack of Companionship

Residents of aged care facilities typically receive assistance from several staff members throughout the day. Such frequent turnover is not conducive to building relationships. It deprives residents of the opportunity to become comfortable with their caregivers, making support services feel transactional.

Lower Levels of Care

Elderly people in residential facilities receive fewer hours of direct care, and the care itself is not as intimate and personalised as in-home care.

Higher Risk of Injury

Research indicates that elders residing in nursing homes face a higher risk of falling compared to those living at home.

Immediate Care

With live-in care, there are no waiting lists. Professional support workers can immediately match with care recipients based on requirements and preferences, enabling support services to commence promptly. This process contrasts greatly with residential care, which can be time-consuming and complicated as applicants search for suitable facilities and wait for availability.

Stability and Consistency

Our live-in care clients get the same caregivers throughout the week. That consistency enables care recipients to build deep personal bonds with the support workers, fostering feelings of comfort, safety, and happiness within their daily routines.

Personal Connections

Older people who receive home care can continue to be active members of their local communities and sustain relationships with family and friends. In contrast, aged care facilities can create barriers between residents and their loved ones. Live-in care eliminates such obstacles since care recipients can live where they want and with whom they want—pets included.

Privacy

Interruptions are common in large residential facilities, where staff turnover tends to be high and new personnel consistently rotate in and out. The CareSide’s one-on-one care eliminates that revolving door so aged care recipients can enjoy privacy, respect and dignified treatment.

How Live-In Care Works

At The CareSide, we prioritise the client-caregiver relationship. We document each client’s preferences so our caregivers respect their desires. We aim to ensure that every live-in care recipient feels as happy and comfortable in their home as possible.

With that in mind, here is how live-in care through The CareSide works:

We rotate two live-in caregivers throughout the week. The first caregiver typically works four days, and the second caregiver works three days.
Our caregivers sleep through the night to ensure they are refreshed and able to provide the highest quality care the following day. If the client requires aid overnight (with toileting, etc.) or becomes disoriented, our caregiver is there to assist.
We provide up to 8 hours of active direct care during a 24-hour period, and we are available for assistance during all other hours.
When a caregiver goes on holiday or is sick, the other caregiver covers their shifts or a third caregiver steps up in their absence.
For the privacy and security of our clients, our caregivers do not drive branded vehicles. If friends or family members visit, caregivers can help get everyone settled and comfortable before leaving the room.

Our free Guide to Live-In Care contains additional details.

You can also learn more about typical activities and services during daytime and nighttime shifts by visiting our companion care, personal care, and nursing care pages or contacting us with any questions.

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