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.
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
Why Home Instead?
Personalised home help that starts with listening
Your situation is unique - your home help should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on skills, interests and personality, so everything is 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.
Flexible, unhurried support at home
Whether it's an occasional hour of tidying, or a regular deep clean to make the home safer, we manage chores so you can remain independent in the place you love.
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Home care in Edinburgh
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 Corstorphine , South Queensferry , Wester Hailes , Clermiston and the surrounding areas
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
City of Edinburgh
Corstorphine
South Queensferry
Scotstoun
Wester Hailes
Clermiston
Gorgie
Currie
Saughton
Muirhouse
Blackhall
Drylaw
Barnton
Dalry
Slateford
Craigleith
East Craigs
Oxgangs
Colinton
South Gyle
Comely Bank
Craiglockhart
Bonaly
Cramond
Murrayfield
Stenhouse
Baberton
Roseburn
Kingsknowe
Silverknowes
Juniper Green
Broomhouse
Davidson's Mains
Parkhead
Dalmeny
Balgreen
Stockbridge
Sighthill
Hermiston
Longstone
Echline
Dean Village
Cammo
Turnhouse
Blinkbonny
Society
Home Farm Cottages
Burnshot
Roddinglaw
Gogarbank
Gogar
Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Edinburgh
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.
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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Our Care Starts With Connection
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.
Our Home Care Services
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.
Hourly Home Care
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
Our Edinburgh Team is With You Through Every Step
Our Edinburgh-based team understands that true care comes from attention to detail. 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.
This attention to detail carries through into our strong connection to the Edinburgh community. We offer 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.
Our dementia care in Edinburgh is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.
Having someone stay in your home to provide care can feel daunting, but our live-in care solutions help to bring older adults more independence and enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing. If you value the peace of mind that comes with knowing there is always someone nearby, live-in care in Edinburgh could be an excellent alternative to a care home.
The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Edinburgh, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.
Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Edinburgh is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.
Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Edinburgh, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Edinburgh, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.
Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Edinburgh, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.