Dementia Care in Livingston

Relationship-led and supportive Dementia Care in Livingston 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 Livingston community

Dementia care in Livingston is about creating a safe, familiar environment where your loved one can thrive with dignity. At Home Instead West Lothian, we understand that each person’s journey with dementia is uniquely their own, requiring personalised support that adapts as needs evolve. Our award-winning service, recognised as a Top 20 Home Care Provider and one of the ‘Three Best Rated’ in West Lothian, delivers compassionate care with a difference, including our distinctive ‘No Uniform’ policy that helps clients feel more comfortable. We’re proud to maintain ‘Very Good’ ratings from the Care Inspectorate while offering flexible support ranging from one-hour visits to comprehensive live-in care.

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Why Home Instead Dementia Care may be right for you

Living with dementia can make the world feel increasingly bewildering, which is why staying in the comfort of home can be so beneficial for maintaining wellbeing and independence. Our specially trained Care Professionals understand how important routine and familiar surroundings are when memory becomes fragile. We take time to learn about your loved one’s life history, preferences and daily habits, creating care plans that support not just physical needs but emotional wellbeing too. This personalised approach helps reduce anxiety and confusion while promoting dignity, whether that’s assistance with medication, gentle prompting with personal care, or simply sharing meaningful conversations about cherished memories.

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 Livingston

Our community-focused approach means we regularly support clients to stay connected with Livingston and the wider West Lothian area. We accompany clients to local dementia-friendly spaces and events, where engaging activities provide stimulation and social connection. Many of our clients enjoy trips to Livingston Designer Outlet for a relaxed coffee and some shopping, or scenic walks around Almondell Country Park when the weather permits. Our Care Professionals can also facilitate visits to memory cafes, where both clients and families can find additional support networks while enjoying the warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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Trusted Dementia Care support from experienced home care professionals in Livingston

We are led by Graham Stevenson, a Livingston local who founded Home Instead West Lothian in 2020 after experiencing firsthand the challenges of finding quality care for his grandmother. Our Care Manager Nadine began her journey as one of our very first Care Professionals before working her way up through various roles to lead our care team. We’re proud that our entire office team live locally, bringing genuine community understanding to everything we do. Our comprehensive dementia training, aligned with the SSSC Promoting Excellence Framework, ensures our Care Professionals receive the best possible preparation to support your loved one through every stage of their dementia journey.

Additional Dementia Care support and activities in Livingston

Our commitment to dementia support extends beyond individual care into active community involvement. We regularly participate in Alzheimer Scotland’s annual memory walks, raising both funds and awareness. Graham has become a passionate advocate, delivering dementia awareness talks to various local groups and helping break down stigma through education and open conversation. Our partnership with Carers of West Lothian has strengthened through our collaborative work with their ‘Memory Information Support Team’ (MIST) to enhance local support networks. We organised an impactful awareness event featuring the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus, giving community members an insight into the experiences of those living with dementia.

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FAQs

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  • 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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