Brain Injury Live-in Care
What is live-in care for brain injury patients?
Brain injury live-in care is where a dedicated carer lives with a client in their own home.
Our carers prioritise the health of our clients, providing them with support with daily activities.
The aim of live-in care for people who have sustained a brain injury is to ensure they have 24/7 support to ensure their safety and comfort in a familiar environment.
As each client has different needs, personalised care plans are tailored to each individual. These consider the physical and cognitive conditions and any specific medical requirements.
What is an acquired brain injury?
An acquired brain injury (ABI) is an injury that has happened to the brain after someone has been born. The common causes of an ABI are falls and road accidents, as well as strokes and tumours.
Different types of brain injuries
There are many types and causes of brain injuries. Some common examples include:
- Trauma-related brain injury (traffic collisions, falls etc.)
- Aneurysm
- Brain haemorrhage
- Tumours
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Encephalitis (uncommon but serious condition in which the brain becomes inflamed)
- Hypoxic/anoxic brain injury (caused a reduction or loss of oxygen to the brain)
- Meningitis
- Stroke
Effects of a brain injury
Depending on the type and severity of the injury to the brain, there are a wide range of potential effects. The more severe the brain injury is, the more long-term the effects are likely to be.
Some people experience a prolonged reduced awareness state or coma, which is a distressing time for the patient's family.
Someone with a brain injury can go through behavioural and emotional changes, difficulties with memory, communication issues and fatigue.
Is live-in care suitable for a person with a brain injury?
Live-in care is extremely beneficial for someone with a brain injury. Depending on the severity of the injury, a client may require 24/7 care to ensure their needs are met.
Remaining in a familiar environment can help reduce stress for the patient, as well as their family. This can be helpful as part of their care or recovery.
Our team offers one-to-one quality care from a live-in carer, improving the quality of life for clients. Noble Live-in Care can support with personal care, companionship, meal preparation, domestic support, medication support and well-being checks.
The benefits of live-in care for clients with a brain injury:
Safety and supervision
With a live-in carer always present, individuals recovering from a brain injury are less prone to accidents. Carers provide supervision, assist with mobility challenges, and can respond to emergencies, ensuring a safer living environment.
Home comfort
Staying in their own home helps people with brain injuries feel more comfortable and reduces stress. The familiarity of their surroundings can aid in their emotional well-being and contribute to a sense of stability.
Active family participation
Families can continue to play an active role in the care of their loved ones while benefiting from the expertise of professional carers. Regular updates and care planning ensure that family members are involved in decision-making.
Customised rehabilitation support
Live-in care is designed to meet the unique rehabilitation needs of each person with a brain injury. Carers help with exercises and therapeutic activities, promoting better outcomes tailored to each individual.
Medication management
Carers manage medication schedules, ensuring medication is taken. They will also go to the pharmacy to collect prescriptions for clients.
Stable and reliable care
Carers manage medication schedules, ensuring medication is taken. They will also go to the pharmacy to collect prescriptions for clients.
Emotional and social engagement
Live-in carers give much-needed emotional support and companionship. They engage patients in social interactions and activities that can help combat feelings of isolation.
Meal planning
Carers prepare meals tailored to patients' dietary needs and preferences. Personalised meal planning ensures our clients receive a balanced diet.
Cognitive stimulation
Caregivers provide activities that stimulate cognitive function and support mental health. Activities such as puzzles, memory games, and reading help maintain and improve cognitive abilities.
Why choose Noble?
There are plenty of reasons to choose Noble for brain injury live-in care services, including:
- All-inclusive, transparent pricing
- Dedicated, long-serving care workers supported by a team with 25+ years of experience
- Smart mobile technology - remote access to real-time care delivery information
- A personalised matching process to select the right care worker
- Ongoing support and quality checks from a nominated care manager
- True choice and control - care tailored to your loved one and directed by you
- An enabling approach that extends capabilities and maximises independence
- Fully managed service, which frees you from the responsibilities of an employer
- 24/7 emergency telephone support
- The personal touch of a small company with the security and support of our wider care group
Live-in vs residential care for people with brain injury
| Noble Live-in Care | Residential Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Environment | Provides continuity in familiar surroundings | Adjustment to a new environment may be challenging |
| Personalised care | Tailored care plans to individual needs and preferences | A standardised care plan may not meet all needs |
| One-on-one attention | A dedicated carer focused solely on individual | Shared attention among multiple residents |
| Flexibility | Adaptable routines according to individual preferences | Fixed schedules and routines may be less flexible |
| Connection with carers | Stronger bond with a consistent carer | Less opportunity for individualised emotional connection |
| Support for daily activities | Assistance tailored to individual abilities and routines | Limited customisation of support |
| Relationships | Opportunities to maintain relationships with family | Disruption in relationships due to relocation |
How much does live-in care cost?
The cost of live-in care for someone with a brain injury is in line with, and sometimes less than residential care. The total cost depends on numerous factors, such as location and the type of care required. Get in touch with our team for more information about funding live-in care.
Your loved one may be eligible for the local council to pay towards the cost of care if they have less than £23,250 in savings. From October 2025, this will rise to £100,000 in savings.
The first step is for the council to assess how much help your loved one needs. This is called a ‘needs assessment’. The needs assessment is free and anyone can ask for one. Find out more about getting a needs assessment.
If your loved one requires care, the council will do a financial assessment to calculate what they will have to pay towards the cost of their care.
If the patient has savings worth more than £23,250, rising to £100,000 in October 2025, they will not be entitled to help with the cost of care from the local council.
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How it works
1. Get in touch
Either get in touch with us on 0333 121 2601 or request a callback from a member of our team. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about live-in care for patients with a brain injury.
2. Home care assessment
Discuss specific requirements with a member of our team. This allows us to learn more about the type of care that your loved one requires.
3. Personalised live-in care
We’ll create a package that suits the needs of your loved one with quality one-to-one personal care.
About us
Noble Live-in Care offers a lifeline for adults seeking personalised support. As part of the City & County Healthcare Group, we provide compassionate care tailored to our clients needs. Living with people 7 days a week, our care workers provide personalised 24-hour care and companionship. While we manage the live-in care service, you will remain in full control of the support your loved one receives.
We prioritise individuals' wishes to ensure that care is led by their preferences. With a commitment to finding creative solutions, we empower patients to live the life they choose with dignity and independence.
Live-in Carers That Go Above and Beyond
“The staff and management have been really great. If there are any teething problems, they will work with the family and do their upmost to iron out any problems. They really do go above and beyond to keep the client and family happy and secure. Great after care, nothing seems too much, very professional attitude. They care about giving a great level of care.”
Ian M (Son of Client)
Brain injury live-in care FAQs
How are live-in carers trained for brain injury care?
Our carers receive training in brain injury care, focusing on the needs and challenges associated with brain injuries. Training includes first aid, CPR, cognitive rehabilitation techniques, behavioural management, and communication strategies.
How does Noble ensure the safety and well-being of a brain injury patient with live-in care?
We ensure the safety of our patients with brain injuries by implementing the following:
- Creating a structured daily routine
- Implementing safety modifications in the home
- Providing constant supervision to prevent falls and injuries
- Monitoring the patient’s health and response to treatments
- Coordinating with healthcare professionals for ongoing medical care
Can live-in caregivers assist with ongoing rehabilitation and therapy?
Yes, live-in caregivers can support ongoing rehabilitation efforts. It's important to ensure that each patient is following the prescribed therapy routines that have been set by a professional. Physical, occupational and speech therapy exercises are usually set, and our team of carers can ensure each patient is conducting these exercises. As our carers spend a lot of time with patients, they will report their progress back to therapists and doctors.
How do your live-in carers handle cognitive challenges?
Our team put together a personalised strategy for each individual to manage any cognitive challenges.
- Establishing clear communication techniques with each patient
- Using calming and redirecting methods during agitation
- Engaging patients in cognitive stimulation activities
- Implementing bespoke plans developed by healthcare professionals
Different types of brain injury care
Live-in care
Our live-in care team can provide support for people who have had a brain injury. We offer highly personalised care and support, enabling our clients to live independent, fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes.
Respite care
It’s important to look after your well-being when caring for a loved one who has had a brain injury. Our respite care packages provide planned short-term breaks to give you time outside of caring.
Palliative care
Our palliative care services help our patients enjoy a good quality of life with the time they have left, in their own homes.
Reablement care
Reablement care can be beneficial for people with a brain injury due to its focus on helping individuals regain skills, independence, and confidence after their injury.
Other conditions we care for
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Cancer
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Stroke
Personalised care and support for people who have suffered from a stroke.
Learning Disabilities
Support with daily tasks for people with different types of learning disabilities.
Parkinson's Disease
Improving quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s Disease.
Dementia
One-to-one care to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia.
Cerebral Palsy
24/7 personal support from a live-in carer to improve quality of life.
Locations
Our brain injury care services operate across the UK, see our full list of locations below.
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If you’d like to find out more or have any questions about the services we offer, please call 0333 121 2601 for more information.