We provide home care in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, including Morningside and Leith, helping older adults remain comfortable and independent in their own homes. We take time to understand how each person lives, what they manage well and where some extra support would be useful, then personalise the care accordingly. As needs change over time, we can adjust the support so it continues to work well for the individual.
Personalised care that starts with listening
Your situation is unique - your care should be too. We match our Care Professionals with our clients based on skills, interests and personality, so care is always tailored to you.
20 years of trusted experience
We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are trained to the highest standard so you can have complete peace of mind.
A simple, seamless set-up
No jargon, no pressure, no long waits. We'll guide you through every step at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one.
Fully flexible, unhurried support
Whether it's a few hours of companionship, more intensive specialist care, or round-the-clock help, we work to your schedule - not the other way around.
Home care in Edinburgh supports people to live independently and comfortably in the place they know best - home. Enter postcode of the person to find your nearest office and local care team.
We provide award winning care in Edinburgh , Leith , Newhaven , Bingham , Old Town and the surrounding areas
We provide award winning care in Corstorphine , South Queensferry , Wester Hailes , Clermiston and the surrounding areas
We believe good care takes time, which is why our visits are longer and never rushed. Our Care Professionals have time to help with the everyday parts of the day, whether that is getting up and ready in the morning, preparing a meal or lending a hand with light housekeeping, while still leaving plenty of time for conversation and companionship. That time can also be spent doing the things someone enjoys outside the home. Many of our Care Professionals drive and can accompany clients to an appointment, out for lunch, for a walk across The Meadows or for some time along the seafront at Portobello. For many clients, that companionship becomes one of the most valued parts of the care we provide.
Whatever your situation, Home Instead can provide quality care to enable your loved one to stay where they belong: at home. Share your details here and one of our friendly advisors will reach out to answer your questions.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
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For more than a decade, our local Edinburgh team has looked after clients across the city, and a good number of our Care Professionals have been with us for many years. We put a great deal into supporting them, with ongoing training and a local management team they can always turn to, because a Care Professional who feels valued and well supported is better placed to provide thoughtful, attentive care. That experience also gives our local team a strong understanding of the practical side of supporting someone at home. We know how to coordinate care when other professionals are involved, how to respond when needs begin to change and how to guide families through decisions that may be new to them. Having that experience close at hand can make the whole process feel much more manageable.
We're ready to help you make an informed, confident choice for your loved one, with bespoke and easily-adapted packages designed around their needs.
When your loved one begins to need more frequent support, our flexible home care solutions help them stay safe and independent at home. We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we personalise your experience with responsive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate care, so you can feel reassured they are in capable hands.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to leave your loved one if they live with a condition like dementia, arthritis, or diabetes. Our highly experienced Care Professionals are matched based on their specialist knowledge and expertise, so you can feel content knowing your loved one's health conditions are carefully monitored and managed.
We are proud to be the benchmark for exceptional care, so all of our qualified Care Professionals receive training that goes above and beyond the industry standard. When it comes to complex health conditions, you can rest assured that your loved one's safety and wellbeing is always a top priority.
Our live-in care provides round-the-clock support and offers a welcome alternative to residential care, empowering your loved one to remain independent in the environment they know. With person-centred care from someone they recognise, older individuals can benefit from familiarity, friendship, and a consistent care plan.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide
Paul, Client
As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.
Elisie, Client
When choosing a care agency in Edinburgh, many families value having an experienced local team close by who already understands the person and the care in place. That can be especially reassuring for relatives who live further away, as there are familiar people nearby who can stay closely involved and respond when something changes. Our team can also work alongside GPs, district nurses and other professionals where appropriate, helping the support at home fit with the wider care someone is receiving. We employ and train our own Care Professionals too, with ongoing guidance and support from the local office, giving them experienced people to turn to and helping us provide the continuity and consistency families value.
We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.
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