Elderly Care
We select carers for the elderly with experience, qualifications and verified references — live-in or by the hour.
WHAT DOES A CARER DO?
A professional devoted to your loved one's wellbeing
A carer for the elderly supports the person day to day: hygiene, mobility, medication, meals and companionship, adapting to their situation and needs.
2026 COST
Full time (40h)
from €1,424.50/mo
2026 SMI · 12 payments
| By the hour | €10 – 15/h |
|---|---|
| Live-in (24h) | from €1,500 |
| + Social Security (TGSS) | ~29% |
A carer's salary varies with the schedule, training and level of dependency; always equal to or above the 2026 SMI. Available by the hour, live-out and live-in (24h). Figures are approximate.
See prices & cost calculatorREGULATIONS & CONTRACT
A carer's contract and rights
A carer's contract must be put in writing from day one. The maximum working week is 40 hours of effective work, with a minimum weekly rest of 36 hours, at least 24 of them consecutive.
The minimum full-time (40h) salary for a carer in 2026 is €1,424.50 gross/month over 12 payments (equivalent to €1,221/month over 14 payments), per the 2026 SMI. They must be registered in the Special System for Domestic Employees of the General Regime from day one. Non-compliance carries penalties.
COVERAGE
Carers for the elderly in Spain, Europe and the UK
We select carers for the elderly —live-in, 24h or by the hour— in Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella and across Spain, plus Europe and the United Kingdom with an EU passport. We look for profiles with real experience in dependency, reduced mobility and companionship.
We check their qualifications or social-health experience, their handling of medication and transfers, and verify references from previous cases. You receive the first suitable carers for the level of dependency in under 3 hours.
COMPARISON
Live-in or live-out carer?
It depends on the level of dependency and whether you prefer someone living in the home or coming each day.
- Comes and goes each day
- Full time or by the hour
- Ideal for daily support and company
- No room required
From €1,424.50/mo
minimum salary + TGSS
- Lives in the home
- Continuous care and supervision
- Ideal for dependent persons
- Room + board included
- Continuous care and exclusive dedication
From €1,500
salary + Social Security
Servicio excepcional de principio a fin. Destacaría especialmente su profesionalidad, transparencia y compromiso durante todo el proceso. Desde el primer momento fueron claros, sinceros y mantuvieron una comunicación constante, aportando
OTHER DOMESTIC STAFFING SERVICES
Available in Madrid · Barcelona · Marbella
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Hiring a carer for the elderly: what you need to know
A carer's salary varies with the schedule, training and level of dependency, and must always be equal to or above the 2026 SMI (€1,221/month over 14 payments; €17,094/year full time), plus Social Security. 24h (live-in) care and qualifications affect the cost.
Yes. We have live-in carers (24h, ideal for dependency), by the hour and for night care, depending on the person's needs. All registered with Social Security from day one.
Yes. We select carers with experience and, where required, qualifications (nursing assistant, social-health care) and training in mobility, first aid and medication handling.
Yes. The carer —live-in, 24h or by the hour— must have a contract and Social Security registration from day one, whatever the schedule. If you receive dependency benefits, we advise on how they fit with hiring.
If the carer does not suit the level of dependency or the family, we offer one free replacement within the first 6 months, or a 50% refund if you're not satisfied in the first month. The most complete guarantee in the sector. The replacement applies only within our main hubs.
Yes. We select carers experienced in dependency, reduced mobility, dementia and post-operative care, with the right training for each situation.
Yes. Beyond caring for the person, they can handle meals, cleaning and errands, according to the home's needs.
We present the first suitable carers for the case, with experience and checked references, in under 3 hours.
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