Companionship Care in West Lothian

We can support local people with companionship and conversation, whether you live alone and don’t see family or friends as often as you’d like, or simply want company for appointments or shopping trips. We believe that true companionship care comes from continuity, familiarity, and trust, which is why we carefully match our Care Professionals with clients, make personal introductions and ensure that the same friendly face returns each time.

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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

Why Home Instead?

Companionship that's tailored to you

Strong bonds build successful companionships, so we match our Care Professionals based on more than just skills, considering their personality and interests to help create a genuine connection from day one.

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.

Compatible company at home

No pressure. No forced friendships. We'll guide you through every step of the setup process at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one,

Flexible, adaptive and personalised support

Whether it's a few hours of company a week, or live-in companionship to manage loneliness, we can fit comfortably into your life in whatever way works best for you.

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Home Care in West Lothian

The team here at Home Instead West Lothian (Livingston) are proud to provide expert home care in West Lothian. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.

West Lothian (Livingston)

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  • Livingston
  • Bathgate
  • Broxburn
  • Uphall
  • Armadale
  • Linlithgow
  • Whitburn
  • Bo'Ness
  • East Calder
  • Blackburn
  • Fauldhouse
  • Winchburgh
  • Kirkliston
  • Balerno
  • West Calder
  • Mid Calder
  • Polbeth
  • Blackness
  • Ratho
  • Newbridge
  • Blackridge
  • Stoneyburn
  • Kirknewton
  • Addiewell
  • Seafield
  • East Whitburn
  • Longridge
  • Bridgend
  • Torphichen
  • Dechmont
  • Linlithgow Bridge
  • Calderwood
  • Dedridge
  • Craigshill
  • Knightsridge
  • Eliburn
  • Murieston
  • Howden
  • Deans
  • Pumpherston
  • Ladywell
  • Bellsquarry
  • Uphall Station
  • Carriden
  • Philpstoun
  • Westfield
  • Breich
  • Tarbrax
  • Auchengray
  • Ecclesmachan
  • Ingliston
  • Kirkton
  • Threemiletown
  • Muirhouses
  • Champany
  • Burnwynd
  • Harburn
  • Glenbrook
  • Wilkieston
  • West Harwood Crofts
  • Kingscavil
  • Bonnington
  • West Clifton
  • Faucheldean
  • Whitecross
  • Abercorn
  • Hillend
  • Humbie
  • Woodend
  • Old Philpstoun
  • Newton
  • Kinneil
  • Adambrae
  • Livingston Village
  • Bents
  • Woolfords
  • Ratho Station
  • Westrigg
  • Ballencrieff
  • Belsyde
  • Whitehill
  • Boghall
  • Whiteside
  • Camps

To us it's personal

What sets our companionship care apart is our relationship-led approach. Our Care Professionals don’t wear uniforms because we want every visit or outing - whether it’s at home or to a local garden centre - to feel relaxed and natural. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference to the families we support. It feels more like a family member visiting, someone who is there to share experiences, whether that’s a chat over tea or helping with hobbies. And because we match our Care Professionals based on interests and personality, introduce our Care Professionals personally, you always know who’s coming, no unexpected strangers.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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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!

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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

    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.

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  • Respite Home Care

    Respite Home Care

    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.

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  • Overnight Home Care

    Overnight Home Care

    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.

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  • Live-in Home Care

    Live-in Home Care

    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.

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Older man and woman smiling and talking at a table, family photos hang on the wall behind them. - Home Instead

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

Smiling elderly woman holds a grey jumper on a hanger, showing it to another person indoors. - Home Instead

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

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As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead West Lothian for personalised home care

We’re based locally in Livingston, and we’re proud to offer companionship care across West Lothian, from Blackridge to Balerno, up to Linlithgow & Bo’Ness. When it comes to companionship, we understand the importance of keeping life as close to normal as possible. Whether it’s popping out to a local park or just having someone to talk to at home, our Care Professionals are there to enrich the lives of those we care for. We focus on continuity so that your loved ones build a real relationship with their Care Professional, someone who understands them and what’s important to them as an individual - which is why we’ve been recognised as one of Scotland’s Top 20 Home Care Providers for three years running.

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Our Community Partners

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  • Parkinsons
  • Homecare Association
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Our West Lothian Team is With You Through Every Step

Our team is our greatest asset, and we take great care of them. We're proud to be recognised as a five-star employer because we believe that when our Care Professionals feel supported and valued, they provide better care. They're highly trained, compassionate, and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our clients. With minimum one hour visits, we ensure that each Care Professional has the time to build a real connection with those they care for, which is something many agencies simply can't offer with quick, 15 or 30 minute in and out visits. That same commitment to quality shapes how we stay connected to the wider community too. We're part of the local community here in West Lothian. From attending social groups in Bathgate to helping our clients enjoy their favourite local spots around Linlithgow, we're always looking for ways to support social connection and improve quality of life. That's why we work closely with local organisations to produce our "What's On Where in West Lothian" guide, a fantastic resource for older adults that lists over 200 local activities, from support groups, to exercise classes and social groups. We believe that our companionship care can support older adults to continue to live their lives to the fullest.

An elderly woman and a younger woman sit at a wooden table, talking under a wicker lampshade. - Home Instead

We deliver tailored home care to the West Lothian community to nurture wellbeing and independence.

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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