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Creating Continuity: Why Consistency of Care Matters
Consistent care builds trust, routine, and wellbeing. Learn how live-in care provides the continuity that clients and families value.
Funding Options: Is Live-in Care Eligible for Local Authority Support?
Learn what funding options are available for live-in care and how to apply for financial support.
How Live-in Care Can Help Families Rebalance
Discover how live-in care relieves pressure on families and restores balance, freedom, and peace of mind.
Live-in Care in Sussex: Tailored Support in Your Area
Explore how McDonald Homecare delivers expert live-in care in Sussex — including local knowledge, tailored plans, and responsive support.
The Cost of Live-in Care: What You Need to Know
Understand how much live-in care costs, what’s included, and how it compares to other care options.
Falls Prevention and Home Safety Tips
Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults but have more than just physical consequences. Learn how live-in care and simple home adjustments can reduce the risk.
Supporting Complex Conditions at Home with Live-in Care
Learn how live-in care supports people with complex health conditions at home; safely, compassionately, and with personalised support.
Live-in Care in Surrey: What Families Need to Know
Learn how live-in care works across Surrey and what local families should consider when exploring home-based support.
How Personality Matching Enhances Companionship in Care
See how matching carers and clients based on personality creates stronger, more natural relationships in live-in care.
What Makes a Great Live-in Carer?
Get to know the qualities we look for in a live-in carer and why McDonald Homecare only chooses carers who go the extra mile.
How McDonald Homecare Matches Clients and Carers
Discover how McDonald Homecare matches clients with live-in carers based on skills, personality, and shared values.
Live-in Care in Hampshire: Local Resources & Support
Learn how live-in care works in Hampshire and where to find local support, funding advice, and helpful services.
Preparing Your Home for a Live-in Carer
A welcoming space for a live-in carer and a safe environment for the client can make all the difference when it comes to making live-in care a success.
What to Expect During a Live-in Care Assessment
Find out what happens during a live-in care assessment and how it helps tailor support to your loved one’s needs.
How to Arrange Live-in Care for the First Time
Arranging live-in care for a loved one? Here’s how to get started, what to expect, and how McDonald Homecare can support you.
How Live-in Care Supports Independent Living for Older Adults
Discover how live-in care helps older adults maintain independence, dignity, and choice — all from the comfort of home.
Is Live-in Care Right for People with Dementia?
Learn how live-in care supports people with dementia, from routine and familiarity to safety and emotional wellbeing.
Live-in Care vs. Care Homes: Which Is Right for Your Loved One?
Comparing live-in care and residential care homes to help you decide the best fit for your family.
Become a Care Companion: A Rewarding Role with Real Flexibility
At McDonald Homecare, we’re looking for emotionally mature, compassionate individuals to become Care Companions
What Is Live-in Care and How Does It Work?
Discover how live-in care works, who it’s for, and why it could be the ideal solution for your loved one’s independence and wellbeing.