Live-In Care in Ottawa
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- Award winning, nurse-led care
- Rigorously vetted, trained and trusted caregivers
- A+ BBB accredited, compassionate and consistent support
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When Caring Feels Overwhelming, We’re Here
Caring for an aging parent in Ottawa can feel like navigating uncharted waters. We’re here to ease that burden with trusted live-in care.
Emotional Burnout
Juggling work, family, and caregiving can leave you physically and emotionally drained.
Constant Worry
It’s hard to focus when you’re unsure if your loved one is safe and supported at home.
Loss of Connection
Care duties can turn relationships into routines, stealing time for meaningful moments.
What Is Live-In Care And How Does It Help?
Live-in care offers round-the-clock support for seniors who require constant supervision or assistance with daily activities. A live-in caregiver for the elderly resides in the client’s home, ensuring safety, companionship, and support day and night. It’s ideal for those with chronic conditions or who wish to age in place with dignity and comfort.
Why Families Across Ottawa Trust ConsidraCare
Getting Care Is Simple and Fast
We streamline everything so your loved one can receive quality care in just a few easy steps.
Call us or book online
Speak with our care team to discuss your needs and options without pressure or obligation.
Free assessment
We assess your loved one’s needs and build a tailored live in care plan at no cost to you.
Start care within 48 hours
Once you're ready, we match you with the right caregiver and begin compassionate care immediately.
Simple, straight-forward and transparent pricing
New Client Offer
Only $33.99/hour* for the first month
For Hourly Care. Conditions apply.
Hourly PSW Care
Limited Offer
Starting at
$33.99
/ hour*
Recommended for
Seniors with non-chronic medical conditions requiring help only for a few hours or days in a week.
* $36.99/hour after the first month
Skilled Nursing Care
Starting at
$53.99
/ hour
Recommended for
Seniors with chronic and serious health issues in need for personal medical care in their homes.
Live-In Care
Starting at
$330
/ day
Recommended for
Seniors with life-impacting chronic conditions requiring constant monitoring and assistance in daily tasks.
No hidden costs, long-term contracts or upfront placement fees.
Or call us on 1-855-410-7971 to get an instant quote
What's Included In Live-In Care Services?
Our live-in care for seniors includes comprehensive support tailored to each individual’s needs while allowing them to stay safely at home.
- Meal planning and preparation
- Medication reminders and administration
- Assistance with bathing and hygiene
- Help with mobility and fall prevention
- Companionship and engagement activities
Real Stories From Across Canada
M. Lee
Client , Burlington
ConsidraCare’s expertise and compassion are evident in every interaction.
Dr Adam Kuyumi
Physician, Mississauga
ConsidraCare is a reliable partner in health care, delivering unwavering quality of care.
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We provide compassionate, reliable, and personalized care services designed to support comfort, dignity, and independence for our clients.
Proudly Serving Families Across Ottawa
Our Ottawa caregivers proudly support seniors across the city’s most vibrant and diverse communities.
- Kanata
- Nepean
- Orleans
- Glebe
- Westboro
- Centretown
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Frequently Asked Questions
A live-in caregiver can cost anywhere from $1,000 to over $24,000 per month, depending on the level of care required and how many caregivers are needed to provide 24/7 support. For typical live-in care, costs usually fall between $1,000 and $6,000 per month, but if you need round-the-clock care, you may need multiple caregivers, which drives costs significantly higher.
At ConsidraCare, live-in care starts at $330 per day, offering a high-quality, nurse-led model that delivers continuous, personalized support while remaining more affordable and transparent than many other full-time care options.
The cost for 24-hour live-in care is about $33 per hour, which comes to roughly $24,000 per month. Actual costs vary depending on the level of support required, your location, and whether you hire privately or through an agency. More complex medical needs or the need for multiple caregivers can increase monthly expenses, while arrangements like sleeping shifts may reduce costs.
ConsidraCare, however, offers a more affordable model, with live-in care starting at $330 per day, providing high-quality, nurse-managed support at a significantly lower price point than many traditional 24-hour care options.
24-hour care refers to around-the-clock support where a caregiver is available for a full day, often in shifts, to ensure the client’s safety and assistance at all times.
Live-in care, on the other hand, involves a caregiver living in the client’s home, providing continuous support as needed, but typically includes scheduled rest periods and overnight sleep, depending on the arrangement.
Essentially, live-in care can provide 24-hour support, but 24-hour care does not always require the caregiver to reside in the home. Both options are designed to assist seniors with personal care, medication management, companionship, and daily activities, offering flexibility based on the individual’s needs.
In most cases, hiring a live-in caregiver can be more cost-effective than a nursing home, while also offering greater flexibility and personalized attention. Live-in care allows seniors to remain in the comfort of their own home, receiving one-on-one support tailored to their needs, including assistance with daily activities, medication reminders, and companionship.
Nursing homes provide structured care in a communal setting, but may not offer the same level of individualized attention or the familiarity of home.
Disadvantages of Live-In Care:
- Reduced privacy, as a caregiver lives in the home 24/7.
- Potential adjustment challenges for both the senior and family members.
- Emotional or personality clashes if the caregiver and client do not connect well.
- Caregiver requires adequate rest periods, which may need careful scheduling.
- Families must provide a private, comfortable space for the caregiver.
The 3 Cs of caregiving are Care, Compassion, and Communication:
- Care: Providing consistent, attentive support to meet the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the person being cared for.
- Compassion: Showing empathy, patience, and understanding, creating a supportive and respectful environment.
- Communication: Maintaining clear, open, and honest dialogue with the care recipient, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care.
These three principles form the foundation of high-quality caregiving, helping caregivers deliver both professional and compassionate support.
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