Live-in care - Ontario

For families who need someone there - not just during the scheduled hours

A caregiver present in the home around the clock for clients who need continuous supervision, maximum stability, and someone who is always there when something happens. The most intensive form of home care. No referral needed.

What live-in care covers

Full-day, full-night support under one familiar roof

A

Complete Personal Care

Bathing, dressing, grooming, continence care, and hygiene - delivered on the individual's schedule, morning to night.

B

Meal Preparation & Nutrition

Three meals a day plus snacks - nutritious, personalized, and accommodating of dietary needs throughout every day.

C

Overnight Presence & Monitoring

Available overnight for nighttime needs - repositioning, bathroom assistance, and reassurance - so neither the individual nor family has to worry through the night.

D

Mobility & Safety

Continuous mobility support throughout the day - fall prevention, safe movement, and immediate assistance if needed at any hour.

E

Companionship & Engagement

Consistent, meaningful presence - conversation, activities, and routine social engagement built naturally into every day.

F

Household Support

Light housekeeping, laundry, and household organization - maintaining a safe, comfortable home environment as part of daily routines.

Live-in caregiver providing consistent daily support to a senior at home in Ontario

Why live-in care works

Continuous presence eliminates the gaps that create risk

Hourly home care is appropriate for many situations - but for individuals who cannot safely be alone for hours at a time, who require nighttime monitoring, or whose care needs span a full day, a live-in caregiver changes everything. The gaps between visits are where incidents happen.

Live-in care removes those gaps entirely. A resident caregiver who knows the individual thoroughly - their routines, their signals, their risks - provides a level of safety and stability that no schedule of hourly visits can replicate. For families who live far away or cannot be present daily, it also provides unmatchable peace of mind.

Getting started

Live-in care requires careful planning - start the conversation now

1. Detailed Assessment

We review care needs, home environment, schedule expectations, and the individual's personality to find the right caregiver match.

2. Thoughtful Matching

Live-in matching is taken seriously - we select for compatibility, experience, and the right temperament for continuous cohabitation.

3. Care Begins

The caregiver moves in and follows the agreed care plan - with regular family communication and a structured review as needs evolve.

Available across Ontario. Contact us to discuss your situation and timeline.

Related services

Services related to live-in care

Personal Support

PSW-level personal care - the core of any live-in arrangement, delivered with consistency and dignity every day.

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Dementia-Friendly Support

Live-in care is often the most appropriate model for moderate to advanced dementia - constant familiarity, routine maintenance, and safety monitoring.

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Respite & Overnight Care

Not ready for full live-in care? Overnight respite and extended daily coverage can meet similar needs on a part-time basis.

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