While a live-in carer will live in your home, they will not be expected to provide care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On average, our live-in carers work 8-10 hours a day, made up of contact/work time, with non-contact/downtime. This will work around your daily routines and preferences. A live-in carer will require a minimum two-hour break in every working day to meet employment regulations. They must be free to leave your home during this time. Most carers will work six and a half or seven days a week, depending on your needs.