How to Arrange Live-in Care for the First Time

Making the decision to arrange live-in care can feel daunting, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. But with the right guidance, it can be a smooth and reassuring process.

At McDonald Homecare, we’re here to walk families through every step — from first conversation to care beginning in the home.

Step 1: Understanding Your Needs

Start by thinking about what support your loved one needs. This might include:

• Help with washing and dressing

• Medication reminders

• Companionship

• Specialist support (e.g. dementia, Parkinson’s)

Our friendly team is happy to talk through this with you over the phone.

Step 2: Free Care Consultation

We offer a no-obligation consultation to learn more about your situation and explain how live-in care could work for you. This can take place in person, over the phone, or by video.

Step 3: Creating a Care Plan

We’ll develop a personalised care plan that outlines what support is needed, how often, and any preferences your loved one has — from meal times to hobbies.

Step 4: Carer Matching

Using our understanding of both your needs and our carers’ personalities and skills, we’ll match you with a live-in carer who fits both professionally and personally.

Step 5: Ongoing Support

Once care begins, we continue to check in regularly to make sure everything is working smoothly and adjust the care plan if needed.

Need support today? Get in touch with McDonald Homecare for a compassionate conversation.