Live-In Care

The Premier Alternative to a Care Home

Live-In Care

For many families, the transition to a care home feels like a loss of independence. At Doves Care Agency, we offer a better way. Our Live-In Care service provides a dedicated, professional carer who resides with your loved one, offering round-the-clock support, companionship, and safety, all within the familiar comfort of their own home.

As the Winner of Best Hertfordshire Provider 2025, we provide an "Authority Hub" of support that ensures your loved one’s legacy and dignity are protected every single day.

Why Choose Doves Live-In Care?

Total Continuity & Safety

Your loved one stays in their cherished environment, surrounded by their memories, pets, and garden, with a consistent carer who understands their unique routine.

10-Year Proven Legacy

We bring a decade of experience to every care plan. Founded by sisters Elishibar (Ellie) Evans and Isabel Grundy, our agency is built on the values of Compassion, Quality, and Care.

Operational Excellence

Our co-founder Ellie Evans brings high-level management expertise and "Retail Star" quality standards to our live-in service, ensuring that safety and reliability are never compromised.

The Family Touch

We are a multi-generational business. With Ellie’s son and Isabel’s daughter involved in our daily operations, we offer a level of personal accountability that national corporate brands cannot match.

One-to-One Attention

Unlike a care home, where staff are shared between dozens of residents, our live-in carers focus 100% of their attention on your loved one.

What Does a Live-In Carer Do?

Our live-in service is bespoke, meaning it adapts to the specific needs of your family. Our carers assist with:

Personal Care

Dignified help with bathing, dressing, and morning/night-time routines.

Specialist Support

Expert management for Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Stroke Rehabilitation, and Parkinson’s.

Household Management

Healthy meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and pet care.

Doves Mobility Integration

Access to our specialist WAV transport for medical appointments and social outings, ensuring independence extends beyond the front door.

Companionship

More than just a "service," our carers provide friendship, emotional support, and peace of mind.

A Seamless Transition from Hospital to Home

We work closely with NHS discharge teams and families to ensure that those coming home from the hospital have the high-acuity support they need immediately. With our 2026 National Home Care Award Finalist status, we are the trusted partner for complex transitions.

Transparent Pricing

Choosing live-in care is a significant decision. In line with our commitment to transparency, we offer clear "starting from" rates with no hidden management fees.

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A Message from Our Founders

We believe that everyone deserves to age with dignity in the place they feel most secure. Our 10-year journey, built on faith, grit, and hard work has led us to create a live-in service that we would be proud to use for our own parents.