Live-in Care
Experience the comfort and security of professional care in your own home. Your dedicated live-in caregiver provides personalised support throughout the day and remains on-site overnight for complete peace of mind.
What is Live-in Care?
Live-in care with Dovida supports your individual needs, with care tailored to your daily routine and what matters most to you.
We take time to thoughtfully match you with a live-in carer who shares your interests, values and experiences, building comfort and trust from day one.
Your support plan is personalised and flexible, whether that’s assistance with personal care, mobility and medication, or companionship, transport and gentle encouragement to stay active.
For family members, live-in care brings real peace of mind: one trusted person providing continuity of care, clear communication and on-call support. Every Dovida live-in caregiver is directly employed, fully screened (including police checks) and receives comprehensive training before they start caring for you.
Key Benefits of Live-in Care
How live-in home care can help you
Supporting specific conditions
For those with more complex needs such as dementia, your care can be tailored to support you in ways that work best.
Companionship
Keeping you company, supporting you to go to the shops or pick up prescriptions, and encouraging you to do things you enjoy.
Help around the house
Supporting you with cleaning and tidying your home to keep it safe, shopping for groceries, and planning and preparing meals.
Dovida has been most helpful and attentive in providing live-in care for my brother. His caregivers are all I could ask for; well-trained, friendly and supporting his wellbeing.
How Live-in Care Works
With live-in care, your caregiver lives with you and supports you as needed throughout the day. They are on-call to provide care whenever you need it.
Your caregiver lives with you and is on duty for 30 hours across 6 days each week, providing personalised support whether you need it during the day or night, and remain available overnight for peace of mind.
If your loved one is living with dementia, check out our Dementia Care Guide for Carers and Families for practical tips on home care and support.
Why Choose Live-in Care vs Residential Care?
Live-in care offers a personalised alternative to residential care, enabling you or your loved one to remain in the place you love while receiving one-to-one support tailored to individual needs.
Instead of relocating to an aged-care facility, you can maintain your independence, routines and community connections, enjoy meals the way you like them, continue your favourite hobbies, and stay in familiar surroundings whilst receiving dedicated support.
There are no institutional schedules or disruptions; just calm, consistent care that fits around your life and respects your choices. It’s a reassuring option for older Australians, including those living with dementia, offering dignity, safety and true peace of mind for you and your family.
Why Choose Home Care
Staying at home where you feel comfortable, familiar, and empowered to live independently may be the best option for older people or people living with a disability who need additional care.
What is live-in home care?
Live-in care means a professional caregiver lives with you in your home and provides personalised support throughout the day, allowing you to remain in the place you love. It’s a form of care that keeps your routines and loved ones close. Your live-in caregiver is there day and night for reassurance and practical support, without the disruption of moving to a facility.
How do I get started with live-in care?
To get started with live-in care, feel free to contact and talk to us, and we’ll conduct a thorough assessment to ensure you receive the care that’s right for your loved ones.
What support is available within live-in care services?
Live-in care is flexible and personalised. Your caregiver lives with you to provide support tailored to your needs, from personal care (showering, dressing), medication reminders and mobility assistance to household support such as housekeeping, groceries, laundry and meal preparation. They offer companionship and meaningful activities, accompany you to appointments, and can provide specialised support for conditions such as dementia.
How much does live-in home care cost?
Live-in home care varies for everyone, and some people need more care than others. Feel free to contact us for a personalised quote.
What is the difference between live-in care and 24-hour care?
With 24-hour care, a team of caregivers provides support for 24 hours a day in shifts (usually 3 shifts a day of 8 hours each). Your caregivers will go home at the end of their shift.
With live-in care, your caregiver lives with you and supports you as needed throughout the day. They are on duty for set hours across 6 days each week and remain on-call overnight to provide care whenever you need it.
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