Hospital-grade nursing, at home.
From post-surgery recovery to chronic disease management and wound care — our trained nursing team in Colombo, Kandy, Galle and across Sri Lanka delivers the same clinical standard you expect from Asiri, Nawaloka, or Lanka Hospitals, right in your living room.
Clinical-grade care
At home, on your schedule
Starting from
LKR 9,000/day
+ LKR 20,000 annual registration
What we cover
Three specialist nursing services.
Clinical CareMedical & Clinical Nursing
Medication management, vital signs monitoring, IV therapy, and clinical assessments by our qualified, experienced nursing team — delivering comprehensive care for complex medical needs at home.
Post-Surgery Recovery
Structured post-surgery home recovery plans — pain management, wound care, and guided rehabilitation. Our nurses work alongside your surgical team from Asiri, Nawaloka, Lanka Hospitals, or Durdans to ensure a safe, smooth recovery at home in Colombo and across Sri Lanka.
Rehabilitation
Specialist NursingWound Care & Monitoring
Expert dressing changes, infection prevention, and continuous wound assessment — all in the comfort of home. Our nurses use clinical-grade techniques and document progress with every visit, giving your family and your doctor complete visibility.
Conditions we manage
Specialist home care for complex needs.
Transparent pricing
Clinical care, priced simply.
One annual membership covers coordination, payroll, and unlimited caregiver replacements. After that you pay a flat daily rate for the clinical level your loved one needs.
BetterHands Annual Membership
LKR 20,000
One-time annual registration fee
- Unlimited caregiver replacements at no additional cost if you are not satisfied
- Payroll management and caregiver administration
- Ongoing coordination and support from the BetterHands team
- Access to all services covered under the BetterHands membership
Step two — daily service rates
Duties below are what each role normally provides — your care plan is tailored during the free assessment.
Caregiver
Daily living support and companionship
LKR 4,500/day
Most families start here — a parent who is managing, but should not be alone all day.
- Friendly conversation and companionship
- Bathing and personal care assistance (if required)
- Medication reminders and general supervision
- Simple meals and refreshments
- Short walks and light activities (if appropriate)
- Day-to-day assistance and emotional support
Nursing Assistant
Personal care plus basic clinical support
LKR 6,000/day
Common where diabetes, blood pressure or early-stage dementia needs daily monitoring.
- Everything in the caregiver role
- Vital signs monitoring (BP, blood sugar, SpO₂)
- Medication reminders and administration support
- Basic wound and continence care
Professional Nurse
Complex medical and post-operative needs
LKR 9,000/day
Usually after a hospital discharge, a stroke, or where wounds and IV care are involved.
- Everything in the nursing assistant role
- PHSRC-registered clinical nursing
- Wound care, injections, and IV therapy
- Catheter, NG tube, and post-operative care
Daily rates are charged in addition to the one-time annual registration fee of LKR 20,000. The same daily rates apply to day care, night care and live-in support — no shift premiums, no travel supplements for any district. Hospital bystander cover is priced by shift length instead — see that service page for its packages. A free care assessment is provided before any commitment.
Trained
Clinical Training
Before first placement
48h
Background Checks
Reference & credential verified
96%
First-Match Success
50+ compatibility factors
24/7
Emergency Support
On-call nursing line
Client stories
What families say.
“After my father's heart surgery at Lanka Hospitals, the nursing team from BetterHands provided exceptional post-operative care at home. They were thorough, kind, and always on time.”
Roshan & Dilini P.
Nugegoda
“The wound care provided for my mother's post-surgical recovery was exceptional. The nurse was highly skilled and always explained everything clearly. I would recommend BetterHands without hesitation.”
Dr. Tharanga S.
Colombo 05
“After my mother's discharge from Nawaloka, the BetterHands nurse handled her wound care and monitoring at our Dehiwala home flawlessly. Their coordination with the hospital made a stressful time so much easier.”
Ruwan F.
Dehiwala
FAQs
Common questions.
Everything about home nursing care in Sri Lanka.
Our nursing team manages a wide range of conditions including diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, stroke recovery, post-operative care, wound management, and IV therapy. If you're unsure whether we can help with a specific condition, call us for a free assessment.
In most cases we can arrange a nurse within 24–48 hours of discharge. For planned discharges, we recommend contacting us 3–5 days before your discharge date so we can have everything ready before you leave hospital.
All our nurses are professionally trained with specialist experience in community and home-based clinical care. Every nurse undergoes a rigorous vetting process including reference checks, credential verification, and a clinical skills assessment before joining BetterHands.
Yes. Our nursing team can administer oral medications, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, IV therapy, and manage catheters and other clinical devices — all within a safe, documented care protocol.
For most post-acute and chronic care needs, yes. Home nursing eliminates the infection risks of a hospital environment and is significantly less stressful for patients — particularly for the elderly. Our nurses maintain the same clinical standards you would expect from a leading private hospital.
Yes. We work closely with families discharged from all major private hospitals including Asiri, Nawaloka, Lanka Hospitals, and Durdans. Our nurses are experienced in post-operative wound care and can liaise with your surgical team if needed.
BetterHands operates on a membership model. A one-time annual registration fee of LKR 20,000 covers unlimited caregiver replacements, payroll management, caregiver administration, and ongoing coordination from our team. Daily service rates are then LKR 4,500 per day for a caregiver, LKR 6,000 per day for a nursing assistant, and LKR 9,000 per day for a professional nurse. The same daily rates apply to day care, night care and live-in support — there are no shift premiums and no travel supplements for any district. Hospital bystander cover is priced separately by shift length, from LKR 4,500 per shift. A free care assessment is provided before any commitment.
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home nursing care?
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1,000+
Caregiver profiles
96%
First-match success
Trained
Caregiver training
72
Hours to placement