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Home Help & Housekeeping in Edinburgh
Relationship-led and supportive Home Help & Housekeeping in Edinburgh from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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The Edinburgh Home Help & Housekeeping team, here to help every step of the way
Our home help and housekeeping service is designed to support older adults, or those living with chronic conditions in maintaining independence and comfort in their own homes. Whether it’s in Joppa, The Grange, Morningside, or Inverleith, our Care Professionals can assist with everyday tasks like light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation, making life a bit easier. Visits are longer, giving us time not just to tidy up but to ensure the fridge is stocked, meals are prepared, and you or your loved one is doing well, all with genuine care and a friendly chat.
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Get in touch Why Home Help & Housekeeping may be right for you
A tidy home brings peace of mind, and we go beyond just ticking tasks off a list. Our Care Professionals build relationships with our clients, creating routines that are both practical and caring. Whether it’s sorting out the post, organising appointments, or popping to the shops, we make sure every home help visit is tailored to what’s needed that day. You can count on our Edinburgh-based office team for consistent support and reassurance whenever plans or needs change.
What we do to care for your loved ones
We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of a unique mix of services to meet your needs.
Home help & meal prep
Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.Personal care
Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.Mobility support
Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.Health appointment management
We support you to attend those important health appointments.Community engagement
We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.Transportation
Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.Medication management
Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
We have nothing but positive feedback for you.
Carer is absolutely fantastic and my Dad always looks forward to her visits. The positive effect her visits have on my Dad’s mental well-being is immeasurable. She always goes above and beyond, and nothing is too much trouble for her. We (and you as a company) are so lucky to have her!
AR Son of client
The caregiving service has been truly amazing. The Caregivers provide Mum with companionship, they help with her evening meals and medication, they walk her dog and help to keep the house clean and tidy. There have been times they have gone above and beyond – driving Mum and her cat to the vet, keeping Mum safe and finding a solution when Mum locked herself out her house, and embroidering the most beautiful flower patch to cover the hole of Mum’s favourite cardigan!
Isabel R daughter of client
Tailored Home Help & Housekeeping in Edinburgh
One client shared, “Anything I need in regard to for example getting my blue badge form for renewals done on a smartphone as I don’t have a laptop or smartphone, taking me shopping, to appointments and generally helping me to live at home myself.” For another client in Edinburgh recovering from a hospital stay, our home help meant assistance with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and regaining confidence with daily routines. We’re proud to offer this level of dedication, ensuring every client feels valued and supported, with a personal touch that goes beyond basic tasks.
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Get in touch Trusted Home Help & Housekeeping from experienced home care professionals in Edinburgh
Led by Andrew and Joanna Senew, our Edinburgh-based team understands that true care comes from attention to detail. With over a decade of experience, recognition as one of Scotland’s Top 20 Home Care Providers, and consistently high ratings from the Care Inspectorate, we’re proud of our trusted reputation. Each Care Professional is trained to provide exceptional home help while treating clients with dignity and respect. From ensuring homes are safe and comfortable to building trust through small daily acts, our team is passionate about making every visit meaningful. We regularly update families, so you’re always in the loop about how your loved one is doing.
Additional support and activities in Edinburgh
We also keep a strong connection to the Edinburgh community, offering support that includes everything from making sure the cupboards are well stocked to encouraging social engagement and independence. With us, it’s not just about keeping a home running smoothly, it’s about helping clients thrive in the place they love most.
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Edinburgh team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Edinburgh, Leith, Newhaven, Bingham, Old Town, Tollcross, Gracemount, Granton, Portobello, Fairmilehead, Craigmillar, Inverleith, Craigentinny, Marchmont, Moredun, Mountcastle, The Inch, Bruntsfield, Willowbrae, Liberton, Sciennes, Restalrig, Niddrie, The Grange, Boghall, Swanston, Prestonfield, Canongate, Brunstane, Newington, Haymarket, Duddingston, Burdiehouse, Fountainbridge, Merchiston, Morningside, Mortonhall, Greenbank, Meadowbank, Gilmerton, Broughton, Trinity, Joppa, Lochend, Northfield, Blackford, Hillend, Pilton, Lothianburn, New Town, West End, Abbeyhill, Braid Hills, Dumbiedykes, Piershill, Canonmills, Comiston, Alnwickhill, Southhouse, Southside, Damhead
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
EH9 3, EH6 8, EH5 3, EH6 4, EH15 2, EH3 6, EH6 7, EH10 4, EH15 3, EH1 3, EH7 4, EH8 8, EH3 8, EH6 5, EH3 7, EH2 3, EH8 7, EH5 1, EH10 6, EH8 9, EH6 6, EH5 2, EH2 1, EH2 2, EH9 2, EH7 5, EH2 4, EH1 1, EH17 7, EH9 1, EH10 5, EH16 6, EH15 1, EH17 8, EH10 7, EH16 4, EH16 5, EH1 2, EH7 6, EH3 9, EH3 5
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead Edinburgh a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Edinburgh is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - When should I or my loved one consider using home help care?
If daily household tasks are starting to take longer or becoming more difficult you may want to consider getting assistance. Our Care Professionals can work alongside you or work on the tasks alone, ensuring your home stays clean and tidy.
- What happens if my need for home help changes?
Home Instead understand that any care you need can change over time. We will work closely with you to ensure we provide you with as much or as little care and support as you require.
- Is there any housework you are unable to do?
Our home help care covers light household tasks which can be carried out during a visit. This would not cover deep cleaning of a client’s home.
Reach out and talk to the Edinburgh team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Edinburgh team. If you would like more information about our high quality Home Help & Housekeeping service, please call us on 0131 300 0599, or fill out the form below.
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