Overnight Care​

Watchful Overnight Care ​

Aged care services aren’t only needed during the day—overnight care is a crucial part of support for many older Australians and their families. On this page, you will find information about overnight care with The CareSide, including FAQs and details on how to use a Home Care Package to secure the best overnight care for your needs.

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What is Overnight Care?

Most older Australians today prefer to remain in their own homes rather than move into a nursing home or residential care facility. In-home care services and government-funded Home Care Packages (HCP) make that possible, and often, care plans need to provide 360-degree support to ensure care recipients are safe and comfortable in every facet of life.

Overnight care services—sometimes referred to as sleepover support services—are a critical part of the process, particularly for family members and loved ones who have taken on a caregiving role for an elder.

It’s no secret that consistently getting up overnight to care for someone can be exhausting. Carer burnout in Australia is a pressing issue, and loss of sleep has a serious impact on the health and happiness of unpaid carers across the country.

It’s also true that some older people face increased risks at nighttime, especially with falling due to diminished vision or disorientation. Trip hazards throughout the home can heighten the likelihood of accidents, and falls can result in weeks or months of hospitalisation and rehabilitation.

With The CareSide, overnight care services begin with a free consultation. During this consultation, one of our skilled registered nurses assesses the care recipient for fall risk and the home for trip hazards. 

Our recommendations for practical solutions—such as safety rails—can minimise the risk of overnight accidents. However, professional overnight care might be necessary for families seeking additional assistance and peace of mind.

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Overnight Home Care That Brings Relief

Haley Pash
Daughter-in-law of HCP level 4 recipient

The CareSide goes above and beyond for our mother-in-law. She has dementia and can get confused and aggressive, especially during the evening. They are kind and patient, and cater to her many needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Active overnight care is for care recipients who require intensive care and assistance several times during the night. Generally speaking, active care clients are people who:

  • Have mental health needs and are in danger of getting hurt

  • Need regular medication during the night

  • Get confused between day and night and need regular assurance that all is well

  • Need palliative care
Inactive overnight care is a type of passive support for care recipients who require limited assistance overnight, such as safely going to the toilet. Inactive overnight care recipients are people who:
  • Need basic medication, such as pain relief
  • Require assistance getting back to bed due to disorientation or confusion
  • Tend to wake carers because they need help settling back to sleep
  • Need comfort during the night, such as a quick reassuring chat, a cup of tea, or a warm glass of milk to calm feelings of anxiety
With inactive overnight care, The CareSide’s support workers sleep between 10pm – 6am and get up to assist clients once per night. If more care is required, active care is more appropriate for your care needs.

Meal Preparation

Our caregivers prepare the evening meal for both the client and their primary carer, ensuring adherence to any dietary guidelines. The next morning, they prepare breakfast for the client and their carer, allowing carers to navigate through their morning routines without interruptions.


Hygiene Routine

Our caregivers also assist with toileting, showering, teeth and denture cleaning, grooming and bedtime preparations. They repeat the same routine the following morning, enabling primary carers to enjoy a full night of sleep and start mornings in a relaxed and refreshed manner.

Get the Most from Your Home Care Package

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

Many people ask us: How much does overnight care cost?

Overnight care is most 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.

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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…

Developed proprietary software that drastically reduces administrative waste

Use technology to streamline our processes so we can devote our resources toward delivering personalised overnight care

Pass those savings on to you and your family so you receive more care with your budget

Overnight care costs 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.

Speak with our team about your home care needs.

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Overnight 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 overnight care professionals whose education and training fit your family’s unique needs.

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My favourite part about being a Care Manager is the direct communication I have with clients and suppliers. Listening to clients' preferences and implementing services that truly support their lifestyle and allow them to safely remain at home brings me immense satisfaction. 

Su LiuCare Manager in Adelaide
  • 3+ years of experience in home care
  • Master’s degree in Social Work, AASW qualification
  • Expertise in mental health, dementia, and social support
I've received outstanding support from the entire team at The CareSide. My Care Manager, Su, along with the finance department, work so well together to assist me whenever needed.
Lesley CockingHCP Level 3 Recipient
Lesley Cocking
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We adapt to your needs.

If you already have a carer or know someone who you’d like in that role, we can make it happen. We can employ caregivers from other providers since that is within your rights under home care legislation, and we can also onboard and certify family members and friends if appropriate. We are here to meet your needs—not the other way around.

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We prioritise continuity of care.

Our clients get the same caregiver every visit. It takes time to feel comfortable with a caregiver and care manager. It’s not just about getting tasks done—it’s also about developing a relationship. Our goal is to support your family through the ups and downs, and that can only happen if you know what to expect.

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We respect your time.

We schedule your caregiver precisely when you want them because we know your time is valuable. The CareSide enables you to choose the exact times of day you’d like to receive home care services, which gives you and your family members the freedom to plan your days confidently.

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We never surprise you with unexpected expenses.

If you have a Home Care Package, you can choose to have no out-of-pocket expenses with The CareSide. We will not require you to ‘top up’ your package or pay daily contributions and income-tested care fees. That means more of your budget goes towards what matters most: the care you need and deserve.

What to Expect

Phone Call

Speak with a Home Care Consultant to learn more about The CareSide's overnight care services and holistic approach to home care.

Home Visit

One of our Care Managers visits you or your loved one. We want you to be an active participant in developing a personalised care plan that meets all of your needs.

Receive Care

Once you're comfortable with the process, begin receiving in-home overnight care. Relax knowing you’re in good hands.

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Tips on How to Supplement Overnight Care

For many families and older Australians, overnight care is an important part of an optimised home support routine. However, life can be unpredictable and force routines to change, even temporarily, which can severely inconvenience care recipients and their loved ones.

That’s why The CareSide offers a wide range of high-quality care options. We want you to have the flexibility and freedom to select the precise services that fit your family’s unique needs. Our care team includes a full roster of incredibly talented and experienced care workers, and they deliver the best home care in Australia through services such as:

If you need additional support beyond overnight care, please contact us to learn about all the options available to you and your family.

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