Dementia Care in Balerno

Relationship-led and supportive Dementia Care in Balerno 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 Balerno community

Quality dementia care in Balerno starts with understanding that each person’s journey is unique. At Home Instead West Lothian, we tailor our approach to meet the specific needs of those living with dementia at any stage, ensuring they receive personalised support that evolves with them. As a Care Inspectorate ‘Very Good’ rated provider and one of the ‘Three Best Rated’ home care services in West Lothian, we pride ourselves on our compassionate care delivered by professionals who don’t wear uniforms, helping your loved one feel more comfortable with what simply feels like a friend visiting. Our one-hour minimum visits mean we never rush care, and we can support your loved one getting out and about locally.

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Why Home Instead Dementia Care may be right for you

Living with dementia can make familiar surroundings particularly important for maintaining a sense of security and wellbeing. Our care enables your loved one to remain in their cherished home in Balerno, where routines and personal memories provide comfort during changing times. We understand that maintaining independence matters deeply, which is why our support focuses on enhancing abilities rather than taking over tasks. Our team recognises the importance of consistency, so we carefully match Care Professionals with clients to build meaningful relationships that provide reassurance during moments of confusion or anxiety.

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 Balerno

Staying connected to Balerno and the wider West Lothian community plays a vital role in maintaining quality of life for people living with dementia. Our Care Professionals regularly accompany clients to dementia-friendly events, where specialist activities promote cognitive engagement in a supportive environment. We’ve built strong relationships with Carers of West Lothian, often supporting clients to attend their memory café sessions for social interaction and peer support. Many of our clients enjoy guided walks around Balerno’s beautiful Malleny Garden when weather permits, finding that natural surroundings often trigger positive memories and provide sensory stimulation that brightens their day.

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Trusted Dementia Care support from experienced home care professionals in Balerno

We are led by Graham Stevenson, a local whose personal experience trying to find appropriate care for his grandmother led him to establish Home Instead West Lothian in 2020. Our Care Manager Nadine brings invaluable perspective, having started as one of our first Care Professionals before progressing to her current role overseeing our care delivery. Together with our dedicated office team we provide comprehensive support not just to clients but to families navigating the dementia journey. We’re incredibly proud that our Care Professionals receive comprehensive dementia training aligned to the SSSC Promoting Excellence Framework, ensuring they understand how to communicate effectively and respond appropriately to changing needs.

Additional Dementia Care support and activities in Balerno

Our commitment to supporting those with dementia extends beyond individual care into community advocacy and awareness. We regularly participate in sponsored walks for Alzheimer Scotland, with Care Professionals and office staff joining annual memory walks alongside the families we support. Graham has delivered dementia awareness talks to local groups across Balerno and West Lothian, helping improve understanding of how to support those living with the condition. Our partnership with Carers of West Lothian, including their 2024 Memory Information Support Team, led to a powerful awareness event featuring the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus, offering residents insight into the sensory challenges of dementia.

A woman in a green top smiles while sitting across from an older person in a blue top. - Home Instead Dementia Care in Balerno

FAQs

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  • 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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