Palliative Care in Inverclyde and North Ayrshire
Relationship-led and supportive Palliative Care in Inverclyde and North Ayrshire from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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 Inverclyde and North Ayrshire Palliative Care team, here to help every step of the way
Supporting someone through their final chapter at home is a privilege that shapes our approach to palliative and end-of-life care across Inverclyde and North Ayrshire. More local families are choosing to help loved ones spend precious time in familiar surroundings, surrounded by treasured memories and personal comforts. As one of Scotland’s Top 20 trusted home care providers, we bring gentle, understanding support that honours each person’s wishes, beliefs and traditions, creating space for meaningful moments together.
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Why Palliative Care may be right for you
Every family’s journey is unique, which is why we shape our palliative care around personal routines, cultural traditions and spiritual needs. Our Care Professionals take time to understand what brings comfort – whether that’s enjoying favourite music, sitting in a cherished spot, or sharing quiet moments with family. Visits can vary from one hour, to more regular visits, to overnight support, always led by familiar faces who understand exactly how to make someone feel at ease. This personal approach helps families focus on spending quality time together, knowing practical support is sensitively handled.
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.
My dad had always been very independent and prided himself on this, however, he was finding some household tasks more and more challenging. Fortunately, we found Home Instead who professionally worked with us to put together the ideal care support tailored for Dad’s needs. The carers are just lovely and most importantly care, they take time to get to know Dad and what makes him happy. Dad has not only put on weight, he looks forward to his daily visits and this has developed into outings for coffee, shopping and even a haircut. It has been such a positive experience not only for my dad but also for myself. Living at a distance I was only able to visit a couple of times a week. I was worried and uptight about how he was coping on his own. Now it is a delight to see him so happy, fit and positive. If I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes I wouldn’t have believed it. We couldn’t recommend Home Instead more highly or be more pleased with the care.
Feedback from client's daughter
Tailored Palliative Care in Inverclyde and North Ayrshire
“Home Instead gave us a lifeline,” one daughter shared on homecare.co.uk. “The care pros’ excellent work was vital in keeping our mum in her own home… caring is such an important role and not recognised enough.” These heartfelt words reflect how thoughtful support makes such a difference during precious final days, with another writing: “We are so grateful to have such understanding and compassionate carers.”
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Trusted Palliative Care from experienced home care professionals in Inverclyde and North Ayrshire
From our Inverclyde office, Director Liam and Pauline McKitterick ensure each Care Professional receives specialist training in providing end-of-life care with both skill and sensitivity. Care Manager Victoria works closely with district nurses and healthcare professionals to coordinate seamless support, while Field Supervisor Michaela and Support Coordinator Alison maintain gentle communication with families. Understanding how to support both practical needs and emotional well-being helps our team create moments of peace and comfort.
Additional support and activities in Inverclyde and North Ayrshire
Strong bonds with local GPs, district nurses, and pharmacists help ensure comfortable care at home. Our Care Professionals can assist with transport to medical appointments or gentle outings to much-loved local spots like Lunderston Bay if requested. Through our community healthcare partnerships and experienced team, we help families navigate this sensitive time with dignity, ensuring wishes are honoured and comfort remains the priority.
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Greenock, Irvine, Kilwinning, Saltcoats, Largs, Ardrossan, Gourock, Greenhills, Stevenston, Kilbirnie, Beith, Dalry, West Kilbride, Larkfield, Inverkip, Dreghorn, Lochwinnoch, Branchton, Wemyss Bay, Cardwell Bay, Skelmorlie, Howwood, Midton, Braeside, Fairlie, Dunlop, Springside, Millport, Levan, Pennyfern, Overton, Trumpethill, Gibshill, Bogston, Bridgend, Meigle, Fort Matilda, Barrmill, Gateside, Gateside, Auchentiber, Ladyburn, Burnhouse, Ashton, Drybridge, Torranyard, Highfield, The Den, Benslie, Longbar, Lugton, Raillies, Netherhall, Routenburn, Holehouse, Bow Farm, Greenock West, Smithston, Central, Cartsdyke, Seamill, Glengarnock, Auchengrange, Grangehill, Drakemyre, Hessilhead, Portencross, Newton of Belltrees, Ballochmartin
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
KA12 0, PA15 2, KA15 2, PA16 8, KA11 4, KA25 6, PA18 6, PA9 1, KA20 4, PA19 1, KA21 6, PA16 7, PA12 4, KA22 7, KA21 5, KA14 3, KA11 1, PA17 5, PA15 4, PA15 1, KA12 9, PA15 3, PA16 0, KA15 1, KA22 8, KA29 0, KA11 5, KA3 4, KA12 8, KA11 3, KA23 9, KA30 9, KA25 7, KA28 0, KA20 3, KA13 7, KA11 2, KA24 4, KA13 6, KA3 3, KA30 8, KA24 5, PA16 9
Home Instead Inverclyde and North Ayrshire 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.
Palliative care is an option that your clinical team may suggest if you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness, such as cancer, lung disease or Alzheimer’s. Our Care Professionals can provide support that will alleviate discomfort and stress and allow a better quality of life.
Palliative care can be started at any stage of a serious illness, though it can be recommended to start as early as possible depending on the diagnosis and the treatment required. After finding out what treatments are required you can be easily make an informed decision on when palliative care is needed.
Not necessarily. While palliative care can include end of life care, it is certainly not always the case and can last for a longer period of time. Some people are able to live comfortably for many years while receiving palliative care. The focus is always providing support as you need it to allow you to carry on with your daily life within the limits of your condition.
Our Care Professionals understand that maintaining your control over your daily life is important. Depending on what care you need for your condition you may need help with a few things or more help with a lot of your usual tasks. The level of help required is likely to change over time, but Home Instead will be there to ensure you keep as your independence for as long as possible.
During your illness you may receive successful treatment from your clinical team. Depending on the outcome of this treatment you may no longer require palliative care, however it may be beneficial to continue for a short while. During the recovery process it can be beneficial to you and your loved ones to have some relief from the physical and emotional stress a serious illness can cause.
Reach out and talk to the Inverclyde and North Ayrshire team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Inverclyde and North Ayrshire 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 Palliative Care service, please call us on 01475 603 860, or fill out the form below.
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