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Live-in Care Direct Reviews from Families

We're proud of the relationships our carers build with the families they support. Here's what those families have said — collected on Google and Trustpilot as well as sent to us directly.

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Recent reviews

What families tell us on Google

The five most recent reviews Google returns for our profile, shown exactly as written.

davina garrett

5 out of 5 stars · a month ago

Have used live in care since beginning April Very pleased with the carers that Jason has supplied Always very responsive and quick to supply cover when needed for carer holiday etc Dear Jason Just to say that we are really happy with Puna and also Gomo when she covered for her on her break, mum is so happy with both Also the feedback on Puna from other healthcare professionals and family has been incredible,even the gardener who recently did some work for us The company does care about their carers which is so important

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Tanya D'Mello Rose

5 out of 5 stars · a month ago

Review for Live in Care. When you are treading water trying to employ a live in carer for a family member, I was so thankful I found - Live in Care. From the very first enquiry I made, Jason Russell was the epitomy of a professional Company owner. He was responsive, amenable, understanding, supportive and helpful throughout the process. He absolutely went out of his way to meet our very specific requirements for a live in carer. We will be eternally grateful to him and Live in Care for finding us the right person. Do not hesitate to contact them to find a carer. We found our Angel 😇. Mrs Tanya Rose

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Julian Faulkner

5 out of 5 stars · 2 months ago

Anyone reading this may well be in the same situation that we were in 8 months ago. Up until then we three siblings were each taking it in turns to stay with our mum for about 10 days a month and were collectively becoming more stressed with the demanding nature of the increasingly chaotic daily routine and confronted by the ever continuing deterioration in mum’s condition. Following a fall just before Christmas it was clear that we could no longer provide the level of care she needed but in conversation with mum over the previous years we knew she didn’t want to go into a care home and so it fell to me to try and arrange a live-in carer. And quite frankly, it couldn’t have been any easier. I phoned Live-in Care Direct on a Sunday, expecting to leave a message for a return call but instead got straight through to Jason who immediately and empathetically understood our situation. By Tuesday lunchtime Kelly had arrived and confidently started organizing the household to facilitate mum’s homecoming and by Wednesday evening mum was out of hospital, back home and being looked after. The contractual paperwork was straightforward and the few questions we had were answered comprehensively, making the whole arrangement totally stress-free. Eight months on I really can’t speak highly enough of the whole service and it’s such a relief to see mum cared for so well in the familiar surroundings of her own home. Kelly is a real credit to Live-in Care Direct, totally competent, kind, compassionate and professional, mum clearly loves her and so do we. Obviously it goes without saying that I thoroughly recommend Jason and his team but I’ll say it anyway and also take this opportunity to say thanks so much for the brilliant ongoing service and support, we really appreciate it.

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Fiona Clarkson

4 out of 5 stars · 2 months ago

The only reason I gave four instead of five stars was because we didn’t actually go ahead with the booking as circumstances changed here. I had been looking for respite cover as I am my husband’s carer, he has moderately advanced Alzheimer’s. All the homes I tried insisted on two weeks minimum, which was more than I could afford. The live in agencies could not supply a carer that would come to a multi dog household, even though they would be segregated and my daughter who works from home would be seeing to them. From the time I contacted Live In Care Direct, Jason pulled out all the stops to help me. He found a suitable carer, agreed to cover the 10 nights/11 days I needed and negotiated a package to suit my budget. I am so grateful to him and if our needs changed again I would definitely be back in touch. I would not hesitate to recommend this company as I found them to be truly caring, compassionate and empathetic to my plight. All the others only made noises. This one was willing to go the extra mile. And it’s cheaper than you think!

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Aliya Byrne

5 out of 5 stars · 4 months ago

I recently requested a call to look into the current logistics for a possible live in carer for a relative. As someone who has worked in this field her who life I was very impressed by the transparency of the company and their high standard of care towards their clients. Family and the Carers. Most importantly there was no hard sell. I will be coming back to this company when it's time..

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Independent reviews

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Messages families have sent us directly

Elliot Nesbitt

What families say:

This care company are the best . Jason was brilliant . My mum loved Grace who lived in . So attentive and lovely . Don’t look elsewhere we did first and that was a mistake.

Rachel Muir

What families say:

Very professional, competent and on-the-ball office staff, always ready to listen to the client. Very speedy service too. I have received very good care from several kind and caring ladies. I recommend.

Catherine Turner

What families say:

Couldn't have asked for better service. All questions and concerns answered really quickly. Really put my mind at rest. Thank you so much for your excellent help at such a difficult time.

Melanie Russell

What families say:

Jason went beyond the call of duty to help us in our time of need to find us suitable carers for our elderly parents. On one occasion with hardly any prior notice. The carers provided excellent care and gave us peace of mind that our mum and dad were in good hands. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and forever grateful.

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In families' own words

Reproduced unedited, exactly as they were written to us.

This care company are the best . Jason was brilliant . My mum loved Grace who lived in . So attentive and lovely . Don’t look elsewhere we did first and that was a mistake.
Elliot Nesbitt Sent to us directly
Very professional, competent and on-the-ball office staff, always ready to listen to the client. Very speedy service too. I have received very good care from several kind and caring ladies. I recommend.
Rachel Muir Sent to us directly
Couldn't have asked for better service. All questions and concerns answered really quickly. Really put my mind at rest. Thank you so much for your excellent help at such a difficult time.
Catherine Turner Sent to us directly
Jason went beyond the call of duty to help us in our time of need to find us suitable carers for our elderly parents. On one occasion with hardly any prior notice. The carers provided excellent care and gave us peace of mind that our mum and dad were in good hands. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and forever grateful.
Melanie Russell Sent to us directly
Eight months on I really can’t speak highly enough of the whole service and it’s such a relief to see mum cared for so well in the familiar surroundings of her own home.
Julian Faulkner · Google review

In their own words

Watch & listen to real families

Recorded stories from the families and clients we support across the UK.

Video stories

Dorothy's story, part one Dorothy's family talk about arranging live-in care and how it changed daily life at home.
Dorothy's story, part two Continuing the conversation about settling in with a live-in carer.
Pat on live-in care Pat shares her experience of receiving one-to-one care at home.
A family review A family describe how they found the right carer for their relative.
Another family review More feedback from a family we supported at home.
A conversation with our care team A recorded call with one of our care managers talking through options.

Audio stories

A heartfelt note from Brenda Brenda recorded a short message about the care her family received.
Sue's story Sue talks about what live-in care meant for her family.
A customer review A recorded review from a family we supported.

Awards & recognition

Some of our achievements

Independent recognition from the care sector, and the trade-press coverage of it.

  • Live-in Care Direct shortlisted as a finalist for Home Care Provider of the Year 2025 at the Leaders in Care Awards

    Finalist 2025

    Home Care Provider of the Year 2025

    Shortlisted as a finalist across the whole of the UK at the Leaders in Care Awards 2025.

  • Live-in Care Direct CEO Jason Russell at the Leaders in Care Awards 2025 ceremony

    Shortlisted 2025

    Leaders in Care Awards 2025

    Our founder at the ceremony, in association with Care Home Professional and Home Care Insight.

  • Technology Innovator Awards 2021 — Best Bespoke Tech Care Platform, UK

    Winner 2021

    Best Bespoke Tech Care Platform, UK

    Technology Innovator Awards 2021, for the platform we use to match families with carers.

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  • GHP Social Care Awards 2021 winner — Most Motivated Live-in Care Agency

    Winner 2021

    Most Motivated Live-in Care Agency

    GHP Social Care Awards 2021.

As covered in Home Care Insight

  • Home Care Insight article about Live-in Care Direct acquiring a 4,200-member Facebook group

    2024

    CEO acquires 4,200-member care community

    Home Care Insight covered our acquisition of a Facebook group with 4,200 active users, to expand services across the UK.

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  • Home Care Insight article naming Live-in Care Direct the most motivated live-in care agency in London

    2021

    Named most motivated agency in London

    Home Care Insight on our recognition among live-in care agencies in London.

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  • Home Care Insight article: the UK-based live-in care company picks up another accolade

    2021

    "Picks up another accolade"

    Home Care Insight on a further award for the company.

Why reviews matter when you're choosing care

Choosing care for someone you love is a decision most families only make once, usually under pressure and often quickly. Hearing directly from other families who have already been through it is one of the most useful things you can do — more useful, honestly, than anything a care company writes about itself.

How we collect reviews

We gather feedback through independent platforms — Google and Trustpilot — where we cannot edit or remove what is written, as well as directly from families who write or call in. The reviews shown on this page are reproduced as they were sent to us, unedited.

We'd encourage you to read widely before deciding on any provider, including us. If you want to check our reviews at source rather than take our word for it, both profiles are linked above.

What to look for in a care review

The most useful reviews mention the things that are hard to get right: whether the same carer stayed for the whole placement, how quickly the office answered when something changed, and whether the family felt kept in the loop. Those are the questions worth asking us on a call, too.

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Yes. The reviews on this page were either left on our public Google or Trustpilot profiles, where we cannot edit or delete them, or sent to us directly by the family and reproduced unedited. You can check both profiles at source using the links on this page.

Where can I read independent Live-in Care Direct reviews?

Our Google Business profile and our Trustpilot profile are both public and open to anyone who has used the service. Neither can be edited by us, so they are the best place to read unfiltered feedback.

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Please do — whether the experience was good or not. You can leave one on Trustpilot or on our Google profile, both linked on this page, or send it to us directly at info@liveincaredirect.org.

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In some cases, yes. A number of the families we've supported are happy to speak to people considering live-in care. Call us on 0800 368 8558 and ask your care manager — we'll only ever put you in touch with someone who has agreed to it.

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