Day Care in Edinburgh
Relationship-led and supportive Day Care in Edinburgh from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
Highest regulatory ratings
16,000+ active clients
Recommended by 97% of our clients
10,000+ carers nationwide
Home Care rating 9.7
Highest regulatory ratings
16,000+ active clients
Recommended by 97% of our clients
10,000+ carers nationwide
Home Care rating 9.7
The Edinburgh Day Care team, here to help every step of the way
Our personalised day care at home service in East Edinburgh brings meaningful support directly to your home, whether you’re in Liberton, Fairmilehead, Morningside, or Inverleith. Rather than attending a day centre, clients receive tailored care and companionship in familiar surroundings. Recognised as one of Scotland’s Top 20 Home Care Providers on homecare.co.uk and highly rated by the Care Inspectorate, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care. Our Care Professionals offer everything from engaging activities and rehabilitative support to home help and personal care, all delivered with warmth during our longer visits.
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Why Day Care may be right for you
Staying active, engaged, and comfortable at home is at the heart of our daycare service. Whether it’s sharing a favourite activity, assisting with exercises, or preparing a nutritious meal, our Care Professionals create a positive and fulfilling routine. Unlike other providers, our approach means you always have the same familiar, dedicated Care Professionals, backed by our local office team, ready to adapt care as needs change. It’s about making every moment at home rewarding and enjoyable.
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.
We have nothing but positive feedback for you.
Carer is absolutely fantastic and my Dad always looks forward to her visits. The positive effect her visits have on my Dad’s mental well-being is immeasurable. She always goes above and beyond, and nothing is too much trouble for her. We (and you as a company) are so lucky to have her!
AR Son of client
The caregiving service has been truly amazing. The Caregivers provide Mum with companionship, they help with her evening meals and medication, they walk her dog and help to keep the house clean and tidy. There have been times they have gone above and beyond – driving Mum and her cat to the vet, keeping Mum safe and finding a solution when Mum locked herself out her house, and embroidering the most beautiful flower patch to cover the hole of Mum’s favourite cardigan!Isabel R daughter of client
Tailored Day Care in Edinburgh
A client shared, “The Care Professional has helped me stay at home and active, even supporting me with my recovery exercises after surgery. It’s like having a friend who genuinely cares.” For another client, day care included regular visits to the Craigmillar Library to seek out their favourite books and enjoy the welcoming community space. At Home Instead Edinburgh East, it’s our special blend of care and companionship that sets us apart.
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Trusted Day Care from experienced home care professionals in Edinburgh
Andrew and Joanna Senew lead a passionate team dedicated to exceptional day care. Since 2011, we’ve been trusted to provide the best blend of companionship and care, building a fantastic team of 80 highly trained Care Professionals, and experienced local office team, who proudly support clients across the east of Edinburgh from Trinity to Joppa. Each Care Professional is extensively trained to provide expert support, whether it’s companionship, rehabilitative activities, or specialised personal care. As well as helping people live well in the comfort of their own homes, we help them stay connected to the people and places they love, bringing reassurance and respite to their families.
Additional support and activities in Edinburgh
Our day care extends beyond basic support at home, our strong local connections can help clients stay active and connected to the Edinburgh community. With over a decade of experience, we’ve built valuable links with local groups, activities, and events to provide opportunities for meaningful engagement. Whether it’s enjoying a walk in Holyrood Park, visiting a favourite cafe in Morningside, or joining a community group, we’re here to help clients make the most of their day.
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Edinburgh, 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
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
EH9 3, EH6 8, EH5 3, EH6 4, EH15 2, EH3 6, EH6 7, EH10 4, EH15 3, EH1 3, EH7 4, EH8 8, EH3 8, EH6 5, EH3 7, EH2 3, EH8 7, EH5 1, EH10 6, EH8 9, EH6 6, EH5 2, EH2 1, EH2 2, EH9 2, EH7 5, EH2 4, EH1 1, EH17 7, EH9 1, EH10 5, EH16 6, EH15 1, EH17 8, EH10 7, EH16 4, EH16 5, EH1 2, EH7 6, EH3 9, EH3 5
Home Instead Edinburgh is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Yes, your Care Professional is able to accompany you to places of interest, such as out for lunch or to the garden centre.
Our Care Professionals receive training in all aspects of providing care and support to people in their own home, including specialist City and Guilds assured Dementia training and Parkinson’s training.
Reach out and talk to the Edinburgh team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Edinburgh team. If you would like more information about our high quality Day Care service, please call us on 0131 300 0599, or fill out the form below.
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