Frequently Asked Questions


Live-in Care Direct is a company that provides 24-hour care in Inverclyde. Our goal is to provide our clients with the ability to receive care and support within the comfort of their own homes without needing to move to a care home. We enable our clients to maintain their independence, dignity and ensure their well-being is our top priority.

Live-in care provides round-the-clock support in Inverclyde, and our clients receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs. This enables our clients to stay in their own homes, which is much more familiar and comfortable, maintaining independence, and having a sense of control; live-in care is also much cheaper than moving to a care home. Most importantly, our clients feel safe, secure and well-supported.

Live-in care is suitable for anybody who requires 24 hour care in Inverclyde and wants to stay in the comfort of their own homes. We cater to a variety of clients, including those with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and other neurological disorders, individuals with physical disabilities, and those who require end-of-life care.

Our live-in care services include personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation, household chores, social interaction and companionship, exercise and mobility assistance. Our carers provide bespoke care plans tailored to our client's unique needs ensuring the best in-home care possible.

At Live-in Care Direct, we believe that trust is everything. All of our carers go through a rigorous recruitment process and are fully vetted and trained to the highest standards. Our carers are compassionate, experienced, and undergo regular supervision to ensure our clients receive the best possible care. Additionally, we only employ local carers, so they have a deep understanding of the local community in Inverclyde.

Our live-in care services are cost-effective compared to care homes, and our fees are agreed to based on the specific care requirements of each client. Our goal is to provide high quality care services to our clients in Inverclyde at a reasonable price. We always provide a detailed breakdown of the cost of each service upfront, so there are no surprises to our clients.

Live-in care allows our clients in Inverclyde to stay in their own homes and maintain independence in a familiar environment. In contrast, care homes can be isolating and more expensive, with less personalised care. By living at home, our clients maintain control over their daily routine, their lives, and get the added benefit of companionship and social interaction complimentary to their care.

Yes, medication management is one of the key elements of live-in care services in Inverclyde. Our carers are trained to assist with medication administration, and we take great care in ensuring our clients take their medications as directed by their healthcare professionals. Our carers maintain detailed medication records of every client to ensure the highest level of care is being provided.

Yes, we understand that each client has individual preferences regarding their care. That is why the care manager at Live-in Care Direct will work with the client, taking into consideration their unique needs, preferences, and personality to match them with the most suitable carer in Inverclyde. We value our client's satisfaction, and their trust, therefore, we offer our clients to switch their carer, should they feel unhappy.

If you live in Inverclyde, and interested in our live-in care services, we offer a free consultation service in which we can discuss your unique care needs. During the consultation, we will talk through everything that's important to you, establishing how we can best support you. Once you are happy and decide to proceed with choosing our services, Our care manager will work on a bespoke care plan, based on your needs and preferences to ensure we provide the best quality of care possible.