Live-In Services2026-10-15T13:12:02-05:00

Live-in or 24-hour awake home care in Minnesota

For loved ones who need a higher level of support, live-in or 24-hour care can provide added safety, consistency and peace of mind at home. Baywood provides live-in or 24-hour, around-the-clock support for needs such as advanced dementia, fall risk, overnight wandering and end-of-life care.

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What Live-In Care Provides

Around-the-clock awake care, right at home

A live-in caregiver provides ongoing support, companionship and a familiar presence throughout the day and night, helping your loved one stay safe and comfortable at home.

What 24-Hour Care Provides

For clients who need support at all hours, Baywood provides 24-hour awake care with caregivers working in shifts so someone is always available. An RN case manager develops a personalized care plan around your loved one’s needs, routines and safety concerns, and adjusts it as those needs change.

Continuous presence

Someone is there throughout the day and available for overnight needs, providing reassurance for both your loved one and your family.

Full personal care

Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and continence care, provided with patience and respect for each person’s preferences and routine.

Fall & wandering safety

Support with transfers, nighttime bathroom trips, wandering concerns or other safety needs throughout the home.

Medication support

Assistance with medication reminders, documentation and administration, when included in the care plan and authorized under applicable nursing and regulatory requirements.

Meals & household support

Meals prepared around preferences and dietary needs, along with laundry, light housekeeping and help keeping the home comfortable and safe.

End-of-life support

Compassionate support alongside hospice care, helping your loved one remain comfortable, cared for and surrounded by familiar people at home.

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Minnesota

Memory care at home, where life is familiar

For someone living with dementia, familiar surroundings can provide comfort and continuity. Their favorite chair, the view from the window, the path from the bedroom to the kitchen. In-home memory care helps preserve those familiar routines while adding the support and supervision your loved one needs.

 

Caregivers trained in supportive redirection to respond calmly when confusion or frustration arise.

 

Consistent daily routines that create familiarity and help make the day feel more predictable.

 

Overnight support for wandering, disorientation and bathroom safety.

 

Activities shaped around the person, including favorite music, photographs, hobbies and meaningful routines.

 

Nurse-led care plans that are reviewed and adjusted as needs change over time.
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How It Works

What to expect with live-in care

A consistent caregiver, with backup support

A primary caregiver provides day-to-day continuity, while a trained relief caregiver steps in for scheduled time off. That way, your loved one can continue seeing familiar faces.

A private sleeping space

Live-in care requires a private bedroom and appropriate time for the caregiver to rest. If your loved one regularly needs support through the night, 24-hour awake care may be a better fit.

A daily rate

Live-in is billed at a daily rate rather than by the hour. For families who need extended support, this can be a more practical option than multiple shifts throughout the day.

24-hour awake care alternative

If care needs continue throughout the night, we can provide rotating caregivers who remain awake and available. Our nursing team will help you determine which level of care best fits your loved one’s needs.

Nurse oversight

Our nurses stay involved through supervisory visits, care plan updates, medication management (as needed) and coordination with other members of your loved one’s care team, including hospice, home health and physicians.

Communication that works for your family

We keep families informed and connected through regular updates and secure portal access, where you can view schedules and communicate with Baywood’s scheduling team and case managers.

Live-In Care FAQs

Common questions

What’s the difference between live-in and 24-hour awake care?2026-10-05T12:26:18-05:00

Live-in typically means one caregiver lives in the home, with scheduled breaks and a designated sleep period. With 24-hour awake care, caregivers rotate in shifts so someone is awake and available at all times. If your loved one needs frequent support throughout the night, 24-hour awake care may be the better fit.

How do we know which type of care is appropriate?2026-10-05T12:25:44-05:00

A Baywood nurse will assess your loved one’s routines, mobility, cognitive needs, nighttime assistance and safety concerns. Based on that assessment, we will recommend live-in care, 24-hour awake care or another service arrangement.

Is live-in care cheaper than a memory care facility?2026-10-05T12:25:08-05:00

It can be, especially for couples who both need support. The cost depends on the level of care needed, the live-in daily rate and the type of residential care being considered. We can help you understand the options and compare what makes the most sense for your family.

What does the family need to provide?2026-10-05T12:24:25-05:00

Live-in care requires a private bedroom for the caregiver, basic household groceries and a safe home environment. Before care begins, a Baywood nurse will assess the home and recommend any changes that may help improve safety, such as grab bars, better lighting or removing trip hazards.

Can live-in care work alongside hospice?2026-10-05T12:23:55-05:00

Yes, live-in care and hospice can work together to help someone remain comfortable at home. Hospice provides specialized clinical and comfort care, while the Baywood caregiver provides ongoing day-to-day support and presence between hospice visits.

Wondering if live-in care is right for your family?

We’ll listen to what’s happening, talk through your loved one’s needs, and help you determine whether live-in care,
24-hour awake care or another level of support makes the most sense.

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