Live-In Care in Hove
Support from carers who feel like family
Personalized support, from our family to yours
When your loved one needs live-in care in Hove, you need an agency rooted in family values rather than corporate policies. That’s why families like yours turn to Cheriton Homecare for care that’s unhurried, relationship-based, and dependable, day and night.
Our story started at home, not in an office: our founder, Richard Barnett, spent 12 years caring for his grandfather, giving us a unique understanding of what your family is going through.
We’re a small, close-knit, CQC-regulated team who take the time to truly know the people we support, helping your loved one live with dignity in the home they know and love.
"From the very first call, they made me feel at ease."
– Real family stories
What Is Live-In Care and Who Is It For?
Live-in care in Hove means a dedicated carer lives in your loved one’s home to provide consistent daily support and companionship, allowing them to stay connected to their local community, GP, neighbours, and familiar surroundings.
Live-in care is often suitable for:
- Older adults who wish to remain at home
- People living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia
- Individuals recovering from hospital discharge, including discharge from Royal Sussex County Hospital or local rehabilitation services
- Those experiencing reduced mobility or fall risk
- Couples who both require support
- Individuals needing palliative or end-of-life care
Live-in care services that honour your independence
Our care adapts to your loved one’s routines, not the other way around. Here’s how we support them at home while honouring their independence:
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, continence care, and daily hygiene delivered with dignity and discretion.
Companionship
Emotional support, conversation, shared activities, and reassurance to reduce loneliness and maintain routine.
Medication reminders
Medication reminders and safe prompting in line with agreed care plans.
Alzheimer's disease & dementia care
Specialist support tailored to cognitive changes, using familiarity and structured routines to reduce anxiety.
Palliative care
Compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity, working alongside healthcare professionals when needed.
Household chores and assistance
Meal preparation, light housekeeping, and practical support to keep the home safe and comfortable.
How Live-In Care Works
Understanding the process helps you make a confident decision.
We discuss your loved one’s needs, routines, medical considerations, and home setup.
A detailed assessment allows us to design a personalised care plan.
We carefully match your loved one with a compatible, trained carer.
Your carer moves into the home and begins supporting daily routines.
Our management team remains actively involved with regular check-ins and care reviews.
Live-in care vs. 24-hour care vs. visiting dcare, explained
Choosing the right type of home care depends on how much support your loved one needs and their level of independence. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you understand the differences between live-in, 24-hour, and visiting care:
- Live-in care: A carer resides in the home and provides support throughout the day with scheduled rest breaks at night.
- 24-hour care: Typically involves multiple carers or waking-night support for individuals who require continuous overnight assistance.
- Visiting care: Scheduled visits throughout the day for those who require limited assistance.
What Live-In Care Includes and What It Does Not
Included
- Personal care and hygiene support
- Meal preparation
- Medication prompting
- Companionship
- Light household assistance
- Appointment accompaniment
Not Typically Included
- Heavy domestic work
- Skilled nursing procedures (unless specifically arranged)
- Continuous waking-night care without separate arrangement
The cost of live-in care: All you need to know
The cost of live-in care depends on your loved one’s needs and whether care is shared by a couple or focused on one person. We’re always upfront about pricing, and we’ll provide a clear quote to help you make the right decision for your family.
- Live-in care is charged weekly
- Prices start from £1,190 per week for one person
- From £1,476 per week for couples
- Costs reflect full-time support from a familiar carer who lives in the home and provides one-on-one care
Care based around your life: The Cheriton difference
Live-in care is more than “check-ins”; it’s about finding carers you can trust to respect your loved one’s life, routines, and sense of independence. At Cheriton, we adjust our care to honour your loved one’s life, staying closely involved so your family never feels handed off or overlooked.
Here’s why so many families come to us for care that makes a difference:
- Our values are shaped by years of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s at home
- One consistent carer builds a meaningful relationship with your loved one
- Our manager and office team stay hands-on and know every client and carer by name
- Support that respects your loved one’s daily life, preferences, and level of independence
- CQC regulation guides our standards for safety, continuity, and quality
- We value and support our carers, which leads to stronger relationships at home
Local care professionals supporting families in Hove
We proudly support older people in the following communities:
Your most common questions about live-in care
What does a live-in carer help with?
A live-in carer supports your loved one throughout the day and night, helping with everyday tasks while keeping life familiar and comfortable at home. They assist with personal care, meals, medication reminders, light household help, mobility support, and companionship.
Will my loved one have the same carer every time?
Yes! One main carer gets to know your loved one’s routines, preferences, and personality, building trust to make life at home more comfortable.
Does my carer need a separate bedroom?
Yes, your carer needs a private bedroom to rest during planned breaks.
How quickly can I arrange live-in care?
We can usually arrange live-in care quickly, depending on your loved one’s situation. Once you get in touch, we’ll talk things through and move forward at a pace that feels right for your family.
Can a live-in carer support dementia or complex care needs?
Yes, live-in care works particularly well for people with dementia or those who need more involved support. Staying at home with a familiar carer provides calming reassurance and improves quality of life.
Let’s talk about your loved one’s needs – speak with our live-in care team
When your loved one’s carers take time to know them, care feels safer and more comfortable at home. At Cheriton, we focus on relationships first, honouring your loved one’s life with respectful, unhurried care.
Quality care starts with a consultation. Get in touch with us today.
