Live-in Care For Couples
Helping You Stay Together at Home
Many couples wish to remain living together in their own home, even when care and support become part of everyday life. Live-in care for couples makes this possible — offering practical assistance, reassurance and companionship, while preserving independence, dignity and the comfort of familiar surroundings.
At Access Care, we specialise in introducing experienced, self-employed live-in carers who can support couples with shared or differing needs, enabling you to continue life together at home for as long as possible.
The reason Live-in Care for couples is such a wonderful option is perhaps obvious; couples can stay together. We believe home is truly where the heart is and where people feel most at ease and happy. We arrange private Live-in Carers to care for and support couples in the comfort of their own home. Any age couples at that! From younger couples to elderly parent’s Live-in Care is a super solution for couples.
Live-in care for couples is a flexible solution and in most cases the couple will require a different ‘level’ of care per person. This is normal.
Here’s an example of how care for a couple may work with one Live-in Carer:
Dr Jones requires assistance to wash and dress/undress and to use the bathroom. Mrs Jones would benefit from medication prompts, assistance to prepare the meals (or even sometimes popping her feet up and the Carer can prepare) & help to get in and out of her bath.
Dr & Mrs Jones would like a Carer to help them entertain their family on occasion, escort them to functions and keep on top of the day-to-day laundry and cleaning.
Here’s another example of how couples Live-in Care can work:
Mrs Allen has a ceiling track hoist and requires full assistance with her moving and handling. Mrs Allen also needs help with her diet and nutrition as well as continence care. Mr Allen requires social and emotional support, companionship, and respite to help him care for his beloved wife at home.
Can a couple have live-in care at home?
Yes. Live-in care is an excellent option for couples who want to remain together rather than moving into a residential care home.
A live-in carer lives in your home and provides personalised support tailored to both partners. This can include help with daily routines, housekeeping, personal care, household tasks, medication prompts and companionship — all delivered in a way that respects your lifestyle, preferences and privacy.
For many couples, live-in care offers reassurance without disruption, allowing life to continue much as it always has.
Can one live-in carer care for a couple?
In many cases, yes. One live-in carer can often support both partners safely and effectively, particularly where care needs are moderate or shared.
This might be suitable where:
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One partner requires more support than the other
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Both partners need light to moderate assistance
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Support is spread throughout the day rather than intensive
A conversation with one of our friendly care consultants will help you discover if one carer will be appropriate for your needs.
When might a couple need two carers?
Some couples may require two live-in carers, either permanently or at certain times.
This may be appropriate if:
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Both partners have high or complex care needs
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Mobility support/moving & handling requires two people
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One partner needs overnight or specialist care
Our role is to advise honestly and sensitively, ensuring care arrangements support wellbeing, safety and dignity — without unnecessary escalation.
Why live-in care helps couples stay together
For many couples, the prospect of being separated due to care needs is deeply distressing. Live-in care offers an alternative that protects what matters most.
Benefits include:
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Remaining together in your own home amongst familiar memories and surroundings
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Maintaining shared routines and independence
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Greater privacy and personal space than residential care
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One-to-one, relationship-led support
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Emotional reassurance for both partners and family members
Live-in care supports not just physical needs, but the emotional bond and companionship that couples value.
Live-in care vs care homes for couples
Care homes can sometimes require couples to live separately or compromise on space, routine and privacy.
Live-in care offers:
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Often better value, and therefore lower cost than two separate care home placements
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Familiar surroundings and continuity
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The freedom to live as a couple, not as residents
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Flexible care that adapts as needs change
For many families, live-in care feels like a more personal and compassionate solution.
How much does live-in care for couples cost?
The cost of live-in care for couples depends on the level and complexity of support required.
In many situations, live-in care for a couple can be more cost-effective than two residential care placements, while also offering a higher level of personalised attention.
We are always transparent about costs and will talk you through your options clearly, with no pressure or obligation.
Will live-in care respect our privacy?
Absolutely. We understand that inviting a carer into your home is a significant step.
Our carers are experienced in supporting couples sensitively and instinctively understand when to assist and when to step back. If you’d rather eat meals without your carer that is absolutely fine, they will happily facilitate your evenings/time as a couple.
The aim of live-in care is for life to continue as normal. Privacy, dignity and respect are central to how care is delivered, ensuring you continue to feel at home, not observed.
Listen to Jack & Catherine chat about their Live-in Care experience:
How we help – the Access Care approach
As a family-run, private, independent agency with over 30 years’ experience, our approach is thoughtful, personal and relationship-led.
We take time to:
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Listen carefully to the preferences and wishes or each person for whom support is required
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Understand routines, personalities and preferences
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Introduce carers who are well matched, experienced and discreet
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Adapt care arrangements as needs change
Our role is to make the process calm, supportive and reassuring — for you and your family.
Talk to us about live-in care for couples
If you are considering live-in care for yourself, your partner or your parents, we would be happy to help.
📞 Call us for a confidential, no-obligation conversation
💬 WhatsApp us at a time that suits you
📅 Arrange a consultation to explore your options in more detail
We are always happy to talk things through.
Should we choose a Care Home or arrange Live-in Care?
There are many amazing care/residential homes across the UK as there are many fabulous Live-in Care agencies working hard to help care for people as best we can. Honestly, the decision is entirely your preference. There are a few considerations which once thought through should lead you to a decision.
Accommodation
To the very best of our knowledge there are few care homes offering double bedrooms and the chance of this significantly decreases if one member of the couple has a diagnosis of dementia. A care home may be able to offer rooms but possibly on different levels or parts of the home and thus you may risk spending a significant of time during your day apart
Location
It is worth considering if you mind re-locating at whichever stage in your life you are. For some couples this may be hugely beneficial and the community a care home may offer could be life-enhancing. For others, a move away from the familiarity of the neighbourhood and all it encompasses not so much.
Level of Care
Care homes offer a variety of Carer, working shift and attending to your needs daily. For some meeting new people regularly is stimulating. A Live-in Carer provides ‘continuity of care’ as he/she remains in situ for several weeks at a time. This is often beneficial for routines that need learning, techniques that need mastering and for familiarity, that is paramount.
