Doctor-Led Care
Every patient is assessed and managed by a qualified medical doctor, not delegated to unsupervised caregivers.
Doctor-led elder care in East London
Doctor-Led Elder Care That Protects
Continuous clinical oversight, rational medicine, and compassionate support for elderly patients across East London and the Eastern Cape.
24/7 Clinical Availability
10+ Areas Served
MBChB Doctor-Led Care
100% POPIA Compliant
Trusted clinical oversight
Why Families Trust Eldercare 24/7
Structured, accountable, and medically governed elder care designed to protect safety, dignity, and quality of life.
Clinical Governance
Structured protocols reduce risk, prevent incidents, and protect families and facilities from avoidable harm.
24/7 Clinical Support
Active clients have access to a round-the-clock clinical support line for urgent medical concerns outside office hours.
Harvard-Trained Leadership
Dr Mhlaba is enrolled in Harvard University's Fundamentals of Neuroscience, strengthening her clinical expertise in ageing.
POPIA-Compliant Records
Every clinical decision is documented with full justification in secure, legally compliant digital records.
Rational Medicine
We deprescribe unsafe medications and correct harmful polypharmacy to protect your loved one from drug-related harm.
Our story
Founded by a Doctor Who Saw the Crisis
"I am passionate about providing care that is not only clinically sound, but also deeply human."
Dr Buyisiwe Mhlaba founded Eldercare 24/7 after witnessing elders misdiagnosed, oversedated, and labelled palliative without proper clinical evaluation. Trained at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital and enrolled in Harvard University's Fundamentals of Neuroscience, she brings rigorous clinical leadership to every patient.
MBChB Qualified HPCSA Registered Harvard Neuroscience
Meet Dr Mhlaba Getting Started
How It Works
Complimentary Assessment
Book a free, no-obligation clinical assessment. Our doctor evaluates your loved one’s medical needs, medications, and overall wellbeing.
Personalised Care Plan
Based on the assessment, we design a structured care plan with clear goals, medication reviews, and caregiver guidance.
Ongoing Doctor-Led Care
Your loved one receives continuous clinical oversight with regular doctor visits, 24/7 support, and transparent family communication.
Comprehensive support
Doctor-Led Elder Care Services
Every service is clinically governed and designed to protect safety, dignity, and quality of life.
Clinical Oversight & Weekly Doctor Rounds
Regular clinical assessments and structured medical visits to monitor health status, adjust treatment plans, review medications, and detect deterioration early. Each visit includes a documented clinical assessment aligned with governance standards.
Learn moreChronic Disease & Medication Management
Expert medical oversight of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, heart failure, COPD, dementia, kidney disease, and frailty syndromes. We ensure rational prescribing, deprescribe harmful medications, and correct unsafe polypharmacy to stabilise elders.
Learn moreDementia & Alzheimer's Support
Behavioural assessments, safe routines, caregiver training, and personalised care pathways designed to improve orientation, reduce agitation, and enhance comfort for individuals with cognitive decline.
Learn moreFalls & Mobility Support
Strength, balance, and safety interventions designed to prevent falls and maintain independence.
Learn morePain & Palliative Care Management
Comfort-focused, medically supervised care with clear explanations to families during advanced or end-of-life stages.
Learn moreRisk & Safety Assessments
Comprehensive clinical reviews identifying infection risks, medication errors, pressure sore risk, and caregiver challenges.
Learn more HPCSA Registered
Clinical Leadership
Meet Dr Buyisiwe Mhlaba
“I am passionate about providing care that is not only clinically sound, but also deeply human.”
Founder, Clinical Lead and General Practitioner
MBChB Harvard University Fundamentals of Neuroscience General Practitioner
Dr Buyisiwe Mhlaba is a South African medical doctor and General Practitioner based in East London, Eastern Cape. She completed her medical degree in Cuba, followed by a two-year internship at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital — the third largest hospital in the world — where she trained in high-acuity, high-volume clinical environments across major medical and surgical disciplines. She currently practises as a General Practitioner at Intercare and serves as a Permanent Medical Doctor On Demand at Life Rehabilitation, providing medical oversight for patients undergoing rehabilitation following neurological injury, chronic illness, surgery, and functional decline. Dr Mhlaba is the founder of Eldercare 24/7 and the author of the Eldercare 24/7 Clinical Training Manual, a 217-page evidence-based resource currently being prepared for CPD accreditation. She is enrolled in Harvard University's Fundamentals of Neuroscience programme, reflecting her commitment to neuroscience-informed clinical practice in ageing and rehabilitation.
Case Studies
Real Outcomes, Real Families
Blood pressure normalised from 230/130 to 128/80, cognition returned, and a safe discharge home followed structured clinical oversight.
A bedbound, oversedated elder regained independent mobility after rational medication review and structured care.
Proper clinical reassessment replaced assumptions with a medically justified plan focused on comfort, dignity, and recovery potential.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that choosing the right care for your loved one involves many questions. Below you will find answers to the most common enquiries from families in our care.
Still have questions? Contact usWhat areas does Eldercare 24/7 serve?
We provide mobile, doctor-led elder care across the greater East London area including Beacon Bay, Nahoon, Gonubie, Vincent, Berea, Southernwood, Amalinda, Cambridge, Stirling, and surrounding suburbs throughout the Eastern Cape.
How is Eldercare 24/7 different from a normal home nurse?
Eldercare 24/7 is doctor-led, not nurse-delegated. Dr Mhlaba personally conducts every clinical assessment, medication review, and care plan adjustment. Our structured governance model provides continuous medical oversight, not episodic visits.
What care packages are available and what do they cost?
We offer three packages: Essential Clinical Oversight from R3,500/month for stable elders, Premium Doctor-Led Care from R6,000-R8,500/month for moderate complexity, and Continuous Medical Oversight from R12,000-R18,000/month for high-risk patients. A detailed quotation follows the initial assessment.
Does Eldercare 24/7 accept medical aid?
Our service model operates on a private-pay basis. Detailed clinical documentation is provided that families can submit to their medical aid for potential reimbursement, depending on their specific plan benefits.
Can Eldercare 24/7 partner with our frail care facility?
Yes. We offer structured facility partnerships that include doctor-led clinical rounds, medication audits, risk assessments, staff training through our Academy, and clinical governance frameworks. Contact us to discuss a facility partnership.
What qualifications does Dr Mhlaba hold?
Dr Buyisiwe Mhlaba holds a medical degree (MBChB), completed her internship at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, and is currently enrolled in Harvard University's Fundamentals of Neuroscience programme. She practises as a General Practitioner at Intercare and at Life Rehabilitation.
Mobile care
Serving Families Across Greater East London
Doctor-led elder care delivered to your loved one's home or care facility.
Beacon Bay Nahoon Gonubie Vincent Amalinda Southernwood Berea Cambridge Quigney Stirling Bonnie Doon Selborne Dorchester Heights Greenfields Mdantsane