You may have already heard of 24-hour home care – but what does it actually look like in practice? Who is it for? What does it cost? And is it really possible to receive around-the-clock care without moving out of your home?
Perhaps someone close to you needs care 24 hours a day. Maybe yourself are in a vulnerable situation and in need of support. This could be after a hospital stay, due to a chronic illness, severe frailty, dementia – or as part of palliative or terminal care.
24-hour home care is a way to receive professional, compassionate support around the clock – without having to leave the comfort of your home. It’s a solution that more people are choosing, especially when the desire to stay in familiar surroundings goes hand in hand with the need for continuous and professional care.
It’s an opportunity that can be combined with private nursing, palliative care, or home hospice support – always with you or your loved as our highest priority, in a tailored plan to meet the specific situation and needs you could have.
We offer 24-hour care in every part of Denmark, and you can read more about the service right here.
What is 24-Hour home care – and who is it for?
24-hour home care means that you receive professional care and support around the clock – tailored to your needs and with consistent routines, either through set of shifts or 24-hour care.
It is a safe and supportive solution for anyone who can no longer manage daily life alone and needs help – not only during the day, but also at night. This may involve physical care, medication management, monitoring, assistance with personal hygiene, or other nursing care services.
24-hour care is not limited to one particular situation – it’s a flexible option used by people in various life circumstances, including:
- Elderly individuals with declining or poor health
- People living with dementia
- Individuals with chronic illness who need ongoing support
- Family caregivers in need of care and reassurance visits
- Patients in palliative or terminal care stages
- Individuals discharged from hospital who require close follow-up and rehabilitation
The demand for 24-hour care at home is growing, and at Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, we meet people in precisely these life situations every day.
Privat Sygeplejerske ApS – Our values make your choice easier
When you’re facing a vulnerable moment in life, it can be hard to know what kind of help you need. That’s why we make it simple.
At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, you don’t just get help – you meet people who truly see you and who are there for you throughout the entire journey.
We believe the best care arises from the meeting between professional expertise and human connection. It’s not just about medication, medical equipment, or checklists – it’s about trust, safety, and continuity.
With us, you’ll meet the same nurses throughout your care process, and we take the time to get to know you and understand your situation.
Our team consists exclusively of experienced, licensed nurses who have chosen this profession because they genuinely want to make a difference. These are people who not only work with their hands – but also with their hearts.
“We’re here when you – or someone you care about – needs extra support. Whether it’s for a short or a long period of time.”
– About us, Privat Sygeplejerske ApS
Our approach is simple: We adapt to you – not the other way around. That’s also why 24-hour care at home can be combined with other services such as palliative care, terminal care, and other nursing care services.
24-Hour home care – 5 real-life examples where it makes sense
Here are five specific examples of what 24-hour home care in your own home can include:
- Personal hygiene and mobility: We support with morning routines, bathing, mobility assistance, and getting dressed – always with respect and sensitivity for the task.
- Medication management and wound care: We ensure proper medication management, monitoring, and follow-up – and assist with wound care, catheter care, and blood sampling when needed. Read more.
- Nutrition, meals, and fluid balance: We help with meal preparation, nutritional drinks, monitoring hydration, and support during meals – because food and fluids can be a challenge when energy is low.
- Pain relief and symptom management: In cases of chronic illness, palliative care, or terminal care, symptom relief is often essential. We continuously monitor and adjust care in collaboration with your doctor.
- Companionship, attention, and coordination of care: 24-hour care also means presence – having someone there when the small things become big. We also help coordinate the full care process from start to finish.
Cost and support – What does 24-hour home care actually cost?
One of the first questions that often comes up is: What does it cost? Can you get financial support? How do you get started?
We understand that it’s not only about care needs – it’s also about having a clear overview.
At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, we always tailor 24-hour care to your or your loved one’s specific situation.
There is no fixed price for 24-hour home care – but we are happy to provide a cost estimate and a transparent plan, so you know exactly what to expect.
Options for financial support
At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS we always prepare a clear and realistic plan – so you understand what’s included and how the finances work.
With us, it’s important that you feel safe and informed – and that you have an overview of your options, without feeling overwhelmed.
Tailored solutions – With no long-term commitment
You decide whether you want 24-hour home care for a short period – for example, after a hospital discharge – or for a longer period. The plan can be adjusted continuously if your needs change.
In most cases, you can expect:
- A care proposal with hours, pricing, and suggested start date
- A clear plan tailored to your needs and everyday life
- A professional and reassuring process, with every detail thought through
Many families experience that 24-hour care is not just an expense – but an investment in peace of mind and reliable support.
The benefits of 24-hour care at home
24-hour care at home allows you to remain where you already feel safe – in the spaces you know, with familiar sounds, lighting, and surroundings. Where memories are still fresh. Seeing the same pictures at the walls and the daily life can continue in a setting that feels like your own.
Here are some of the most valued benefits, highlighted by many of Privat Sygeplejerske ApS´s clients and relatives:
Safety and familiarity: Being surrounded by what’s familiar provides calm. For many, staying at home brings a sense of dignity and control.
A regular team of known nurses: At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, you won’t meet a new face every day. You’ll have a dedicated team of experienced nurses who know you and your story.
More time and genuine presence: We don’t operate with tight schedules. Our care is based on being present, taking the time, and seeing the person behind the need.
Relief for loved ones: For many relatives, it’s a relief to know help is present – even during the night. This allows space to simply be family, not just caregivers.
Flexible and adaptive care: Needs change – and so do we. 24-hour home care is adjusted as needed, and we coordinate closely with doctors, local authorities, and other professionals to ensure truly holistic support.
“When care takes place at home, you retain the freedom to decide how your everyday life unfolds – something many older people deeply value.” – Ældresagen (The Dane Age Association)
Facts About the Growing Need for 24-Hour Home Care in Denmark
- Fewer people receive home help – from around 41% in 2010 to just 28% in 2022
- Less time per recipient – average municipal home help is only 3 hours/week (1.5 hours in low-service municipalities vs. 4.6 hours in high-coverage areas)
- Rising municipal spending – increased by approx. DKK 4.5 billion from 2018–2021, reaching DKK 50.8 billion in total (of which DKK 6.3 billion went to home nursing)
- 1 in 10 relatives spend 10+ hours/week on care tasks – many experiences negative social or health effects
- 16% of Danish adults (≈900,000 people) provide informal care – 44% do so because they find the formal system inadequate
- 60% of caregivers feel they have to “fight” for the help their loved one is entitled to – many spend 4–9 hours weekly on coordination
- 62% report worsening mental health as caregivers – 36% also experience physical health impacts
- Around 38% of home help recipients chose a private provider in 2020 – a number that continues to grow, especially among older adults
Source: Danmarks Statistik, Ældresagen, VIVE.dk, sundhedspolitisktidsskrift.dk
How 24-hour care works – step by step
When you choose 24-hour care at home with Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, everything begins in the same place: with the conversation. We know that no two people – and no two life situations – are alike. That’s why our approach is always personal, flexible, and respectful for everyone involved.
- No-obligation conversation and needs assessment: We begin by listening. What do you need? What does your everyday life look like? Is the care for you or for someone you love? You can call or write to us, and we’ll take the time to talk everything through – without any pressure.
- Personalized care plan and transparency of the economy behind: Together, we’ll create a care plan tailored to your exact situation – and we’ll send you a written overview, including tasks, hours, and pricing. We’ll go through everything together, so everything is clear and safe before we begin.
- A dedicated nursing team: Once you’re ready, we’ll put together a team of nurses so that you always see familiar faces. We place great value on consistency – and you’ll experience continuity from day one. Privat Sygeplejerske ApS offers care across the country – including in Aarhus, Vejle, Funen, Frederiksberg, and many other towns throughout Denmark.
- Start of care and ongoing support: Once care begins, we continuously adapt the plan to your changing needs. We handle everything from care and reassurance visits, care and medication management to companion scheme and coordination with doctors, relatives, and local services.
- Continuous adjustments and follow-up: No care plan is static. We stay in regular contact with you and your loved ones and adjust the support when situations change or evolve. With us, 24-hour care is never a one-size-fits-all service – it’s a human partnership where we create a daily life that feels meaningful, together.
Public or private 24-hour care – What’s the difference?
When extra care is needed, it can be difficult to understand the difference between public services and privately funded options. Both can offer important support – but there are some clear distinctions worth knowing.
Public 24-hour care – often task-based and time-restricted
Municipal home care typically consists of short visits scheduled throughout the day. Support is provided by various staff members and is often defined in advance through assessed services.
This means the care is usually focused on specific tasks – such as personal hygiene, medication, or cleaning – with both time and content determined beforehand.
In some cases, the municipality can approve full-day care – especially for patients in terminal stages – but this requires special assessment.
Private 24-hour care – more time, flexibility, and continuity
In private 24-hour home care, the support is typically tailored and flexible, with the nurse present for as long as needed.
You can often expect a consistent team of nurses who get to know you. That’s one of our core principles at Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, where we collaborate closely with you, your family, and relevant healthcare professionals.
You can combine public and private support
Many patients combine private 24-hour care with support from the public sector – such as home help, municipal nursing, or financial assistance under the Danish Social Services Act.
We’re happy to help you get a clear overview of your options and assist with the dialogue with the municipality.
Local Support Wherever You Live – 24-Hour Home Care Across Denmark
The need for care doesn’t only arise in big cities. Whether you live in a flat in Copenhagen, a house in Silkeborg, or in the countryside outside Odense – you deserve safety and compassionate care in your everyday life.
At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, we offer 24-hour home care across the entire country. Access to care shouldn’t depend on your postal code – it should depend on your needs. And that’s what we’re here to meet.
We provide private 24-hour care in, among others:
- Greater Copenhagen and North Zealand – e.g. private nurses in Frederiksberg, Østerbro, Gentofte, Hellerup, Allerød, and Lyngby-Taarbæk.
- East and Central Jutland – e.g. private nurses in Aarhus, Skanderborg, Silkeborg, Risskov, and Højbjerg.
- Funen and surroundings – e.g. private nurses in Odense, Svendborg, and across Funen.
- Southern and South Jutland – e.g. private nurses in Kolding and Vejle.
- Other towns and areas – e.g. Charlottenlund, Holte, Greve, Virum, and many more.
In short, we have teams throughout all of Denmark. Zealand, Funen, and Jutland – providing personalized and compassionate care wherever you are.
“Most older people wish to stay in their own home for as long as possible.”
– Ældresagen (The Dane Age Association)
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About 24-Hour Home Care
Who can receive 24-hour care at home?
24-hour care is for anyone who needs support and care around the clock – either temporarily or long-term. It may follow a hospital stay, be related to a chronic illness, dementia, or the final stages of life.
Do I have to pay for 24-hour care myself?
The cost depends on the solution you choose. Some clients pay privately, while others receive support through established arrangements. Privat Sygeplejerske ApS will provide a clear overview of what your care journey could look like – and what it will cost.
How does it work in practice?
You’ll be assigned a regular team of nurses who visit your home according to a shared care plan. The care is continuously adjusted, and we also coordinate with doctors, relatives, and, if needed, the municipality.
Can it be combined with public assistance?
Yes – many of our clients combine private 24-hour care with municipal home help, home nursing, or other public services. We’ll make sure everything works together seamlessly.
How quickly can we get started?
Often, we can begin care within just a few days – or even the same day if the need is urgent. Contact us for a no-obligation conversation.
Can 24-hour care be temporary?
Yes – many use 24-hour care for a limited time, such as after surgery, illness, or hospital discharge. We offer flexible solutions with or without long-term commitment.
What kind of help is included?
24-hour care may include personal hygiene, medication management, meals, companion scheme, pain relief, emotional support – all depending on your specific needs.
Contact Us – We’ll Help You Get Started with 24-Hour Care
Reach out to us for a no-obligation conversation about how we can support you with 24-hour home care.
At Privat Sygeplejerske ApS, we listen – whether you are reaching out on your own behalf or for a loved one.
Together, we’ll identify your needs and explore the options 24-hour care at home can offer.
We’ll walk you through the services we provide and tailor a plan where you receive support exactly where it makes the biggest difference – with presence, compassion, and professional care.