Overnight Care through Waking Nights or Sleeping Nights by Carers at Home

What is Overnight Care?​

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Overnight care provides peace of mind during the most vulnerable hours of the night. A professional carer stays in the client’s home for a 9-hour shift, offering support while the household sleeps. This can take one of two forms:

•     Sleeping Night: The carer sleeps on-site and is available if needed.
•     Waking Night: The carer remains awake throughout the night to monitor and assist the client proactively.

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Why Might Someone Need Overnight Care?

Overnight care offers safety, comfort, and continuity—especially when emergencies are harder to detect due to reduced visibility or delayed response. Common reasons include:

•     Dementia or Alzheimer’s: To reduce wandering and manage night-time confusion.
•     Temporary absence of family members: When loved ones are away overnight.
•     Post-hospital discharge: For increased monitoring during recovery.
•     Incontinence support: Ensuring dignity and hygiene throughout the night.
•     Medication management: Timely administration of night-time doses.
•     Emotional reassurance: Night-time can heighten feelings of vulnerability.
•     Fall prevention: Assistance with bathroom visits or repositioning.
•     Skin integrity care: Regular turning to prevent pressure sores or skin breakdown.

 

Not to be confused with live in care

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Overnight care is distinct from live-in care, where a carer resides in the home and provides support throughout the day and night. If you're exploring round-the-clock care, please visit our live in care page.

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To learn about out overnight charge rates please visit our Home Care Fees page.