Dementia Care in Armadale

Relationship-led and supportive Dementia Care in Armadale from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.

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Highest regulatory ratings

16,000+ active clients

Recommended by 95% of our clients

10,000+ carers nationwide

Home Care rating 9.6

Highest regulatory ratings

16,000+ active clients

Recommended by 95% of our clients

10,000+ carers nationwide

Home Care rating 9.6

The Home Instead Dementia Care home care team, here to help the Armadale community

Dementia care in Armadale requires a personalised approach that respects each individual’s unique journey. At Home Instead West Lothian, we know that supporting someone with dementia means creating a care plan as individual as they are. Our Care Professionals deliver specialised support with a ‘No Uniform’ policy, making visits feel more like a friend popping by. We proudly hold a ‘Very Good’ Care Inspectorate rating and ‘Three Best Rated’ status because we stand by our ‘Mum & Dad’ test; only delivering care we’d want for our own parents. With one-hour minimum visits and thoughtful personal matching, we build genuine connections across Armadale.

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Why Home Instead Dementia Care may be right for you

Living with dementia can make familiar surroundings incredibly important, which is why staying at home often provides the best environment for maintaining independence and dignity. Our specially trained team recognises that memory challenges can affect daily routines, from preparing meals to remembering medications. We provide gentle prompts and support that preserves independence while ensuring safety, helping with everything from personal care to keeping the home environment consistent and reassuring. The flexibility of our home-based care means we can adapt as needs change, providing just an hour of companionship and support each day or comprehensive overnight and live-in care when required.

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 of a unique mix services to meet your needs.

  • Companionship care

    We carefully match Care Professionals with clients to ensure a meaningful bond is created.

  • 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.

Tailored Dementia Care in Armadale

Our Armadale clients remain connected to their community through thoughtfully planned outings with their Care Professionals. We regularly support visits to dementia-friendly events, where clients can participate in stimulating activities specifically designed for people living with dementia. Local green spaces like Almondell and Calderwood Country Park offer our clients peaceful walks with their Care Professionals, providing gentle exercise and fresh air that can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Our team also helps clients attend local memory cafes, where they can enjoy a cuppa and a blether in a supportive setting with others who understand the dementia journey.

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Trusted Dementia Care support from experienced home care professionals in Armadale

We are led by Graham Stevenson, a local whose personal experience trying to find quality care for his grandmother inspired him to open Home Instead West Lothian in 2020. Our Care Manager, Nadine, started as one of our very first Care Professionals. Her journey gives her unique insight into both the practical and emotional aspects of dementia care. Our dedicated office team in Livingston ensure operations run smoothly and are always available for a chat or to provide advice to families navigating dementia care. We’re proud that our Care Professionals receive comprehensive dementia training aligned to the SSSC Promoting Excellence Framework, equipping them with the skills to support clients through every stage of their dementia journey.

Additional Dementia Care support and activities in Armadale

Our commitment to dementia awareness extends beyond individual care into community partnerships throughout West Lothian. Our team regularly participates in Alzheimer Scotland’s annual memory walks, raising both funds and awareness for this vital cause. Graham delivers dementia awareness talks to local community groups, helping increase understanding and reduce stigma around the condition. We’ve worked closely with Carers of West Lothian to promote their ‘Memory Information Support Team’ activities, including hosting an awareness event featuring the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus. These partnerships strengthen our expertise and ensure we remain at the forefront of dementia care innovations, bringing the very best practices back to our clients.

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FAQs

  • Which towns and postcodes do the West Lothian (Livingston) team service?

  • Is Home Instead West Lothian (Livingston) a locally owned home care organisation?

  • What are the benefits of dementia care at home?

  • I have dementia / my loved one has dementia. Can you help me?

  • What is the most common type of of dementia in the UK?

  • What are some of the possible symptoms of dementia?

  • Will my loved one have to give up their pet now they have been diagnosed with dementia?

  • How can I help my loved one when they have dementia?

  • My loved one with Dementia has begun to develop aggressive behaviour, can you give me any advice?

  • Are there warning signs that I or my loved one are getting dementia?

  • This is my loved ones first Christmas after being diagnosed with dementia, is there any advice you can give?

  • What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?

  • Where did the name ‘Alzheimer’s’ come from?

  • I have Alzheimer’s disease/my loved one has Alzheimer’s disease. Can you help me?

  • Reach out and talk to the West Lothian (Livingston) team today

    Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the West Lothian (Livingston) team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Dementia Care service, please call us on 01506 346046, or fill out the form below.

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