Why Ireland Needs More Carers
Ireland needs more professional Carers to support an ageing population, strengthen community-based homecare, and give families reliable help at home.
Comfort Keepers offers rewarding care careers with training, flexible working options, and local opportunities across Ireland.
In this article:
Why Ireland's need for professional Carers is increasing.
How more Carers can support people returning home and families arranging care.
What Comfort Keepers Carers do day to day.
How training and personal qualities both matter in care work.
How to start a care career with Comfort Keepers.
Ireland's Growing Need for Homecare Support
At Comfort Keepers, our first goal is to help as many people as possible live more comfortably and independently at home.
Many people in hospital could return home sooner if they had regular visits from a Home Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant for the first few days. With the current shortage of Carers in Ireland, some people stay in hospital for a few extra days.
For families, timely home support can make the return home feel safer and more manageable. For health services, appropriate community support can also help ease pressure on hospital beds.
Home Support Demand and Waiting Lists
An International Social Security Association analysis of long-term care in the European Union, demand for care services is rising rapidly due to population ageing, with the number of people aged 65 and over expected to increase significantly in the coming decades.
The report highlights ongoing workforce shortages across EU countries, noting that many systems already struggle to meet demand for home-based care and support services, placing increasing pressure on families and health systems.
For some people, help with personal care at home can be part of the support needed after a hospital stay.
What Does a Professional Carer Actually Do?
We have a dedicated team of professional Carers working for Comfort Keepers. Our ethos is that every Carer treats those they support just like a member of their family. Our mission is to elevate the human spirit and spread joy in our communities.
We pride ourselves on the homecare training and induction we offer our Carers, helping them build the skills, empathy and compassion needed to support people with dignity, sensitivity and respect.
How More Professional Carers Support Families
More professional Carers can give family carers practical relief, reassurance, and time to rest. This support can be especially helpful when a loved one needs regular visits, personal care, companionship, or short-term respite at home.
What It Takes to Start a Career as a Carer in Ireland
Irish society needs more professional Carers, and this is where you can become a Carer. Put your caring heart to work with Comfort Keepers through local opportunities across Ireland.
To explore the benefits of care work jobs in Ireland, read our guide before applying.
Connect with us
To arrange support for your loved one, read our steps to starting care.
To join our team, submit your application. Alternatively, you can email your CV to recruitment@comfortkeepers.ie.
