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Palliative Care in Edinburgh
Relationship-led and supportive Palliative Care in Edinburgh from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
The Edinburgh Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
Palliative care at home allows clients to be surrounded by familiar comforts and loved ones during the most challenging times. Our award-winning team provides sensitive, compassionate care, designed to maintain dignity, manage pain, and offer emotional support tailored to each individual’s needs. Rated 9.8 out of 10 on homecare.co.uk and consistently recognised as a Top 20 Home Care Provider in Scotland, we are privileged to have earned the trust of local clients and their families.
Award-winning service you can rely on
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Get in touch Why Palliative Care may be right for you
Choosing end-of-life care at home in Edinburgh offers a sense of peace and continuity that is hard to replicate elsewhere. Our palliative care adapts to changing needs, focusing on comfort and quality of life. From pain management and medication assistance to companionship and practical support, we work closely with clients and their families to ensure that every aspect of care is handled with expertise and compassion. The option for live-in or overnight care means support is always close by, offering reassurance and continuity at a time when it’s needed most.
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 Palliative Care in Edinburgh
One Edinburgh family member recently shared, “Home Instead’s support during my mother’s final days was invaluable. Their kindness, respect, and attention made a world of difference.”
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Starting with our owners, husband and wife Andrew and Joanna Senew, our entire team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care with compassion. Our local office team led by General Manager Allana, ensures that your Care Professional is trained in palliative care, including medication management, and emotional support, helping to meet the needs of clients and families alike. We take great care to adapt our services to provide the highest quality of compassionate care.
Additional support and activities in Edinburgh
Our close working relationship with local GPs, district nurses, and healthcare professionals is key to our approach. From managing complex medical needs to providing companionship and family support, we make sure that no one faces this journey alone. Our palliative care from Home Instead Edinburgh East extends to supporting families, offering guidance and reassurance so everyone feels cared for and supported during these difficult moments.
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 is palliative care needed?
Palliative care is an option that your clinical team may suggest if you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness, such as cancer, lung disease or Alzheimer’s. Our Care Professionals can provide support that will alleviate discomfort and stress and allow a better quality of life.
- How soon should palliative care begin?
Palliative care can be started at any stage of a serious illness, though it can be recommended to start as early as possible depending on the diagnosis and the treatment required. After finding out what treatments are required you can be easily make an informed decision on when palliative care is needed.
- Is palliative care the same as end of life care?
Not necessarily. While palliative care can include end of life care, it is certainly not always the case and can last for a longer period of time. Some people are able to live comfortably for many years while receiving palliative care. The focus is always providing support as you need it to allow you to carry on with your daily life within the limits of your condition.
Discover More - Will palliative care cause me to lose independence?
Our Care Professionals understand that maintaining your control over your daily life is important. Depending on what care you need for your condition you may need help with a few things or more help with a lot of your usual tasks. The level of help required is likely to change over time, but Home Instead will be there to ensure you keep as your independence for as long as possible.
- Should I continue palliative care after successful treatment?
During your illness you may receive successful treatment from your clinical team. Depending on the outcome of this treatment you may no longer require palliative care, however it may be beneficial to continue for a short while. During the recovery process it can be beneficial to you and your loved ones to have some relief from the physical and emotional stress a serious illness can cause.
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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 Palliative Care service, please call us on 0131 300 0599, or fill out the form below.
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