No. A live-in worker normally has defined duties, breaks and a sleep period. Continuous individual support requires a separately designed and resourced staffing arrangement.

Potentially, where assessment shows the model can safely meet the person’s needs. The plan should reflect the individual’s presentation, treatment arrangements, relapse indicators, preferences and professional network rather than relying on diagnosis alone.

Only within the agreed care plan, the worker’s competence, provider policy and relevant instructions. The exact level may range from reminders to regulated assistance or administration, depending on the lawful service scope.

The worker follows the person-specific contingency or crisis plan, supports communication and contacts the agreed professional or emergency route when thresholds are met. The worker does not replace clinical crisis services.

A suitable private sleeping space and appropriate facilities are normally required. The home assessment should also consider privacy, boundaries, lone working and whether the arrangement is acceptable to the person.

Yes, where the person wants this or another lawful basis applies. Roles, communication and information-sharing should be agreed so family involvement supports rather than overrides the person.

Depending on eligibility and responsibility, funding may involve a local authority personal budget, NHS funding, joint arrangements, Section 117 aftercare or private payment. A needs and financial assessment may be required.

Timescales depend on assessment, service scope, funding approval, home suitability, matching, recruitment or rota availability and transition planning. A safe arrangement should not be rushed around missing information.