Home Care Services Edinburgh
“Having more choice and control is empowering. We should all be equal partners in making decisions that affect us. This leads to more of us being confident and independent and achieving our aspirations for a happier, healthier and more fulfilled life. Support and care are vital in ensuring everyone can enjoy the same human rights – dignity, equal opportunity and access. And, having greater control of your life and decision-making leads to improved health and well-being.”
The Act requires local authorities to offer people four choices:
Option 1
You ask the local authority to provide you with a direct payment, also known as a personal budget, which you can use to pay for support from a company of your choice.
Option 2
Your funding is allocated to a provider of your choice, also known as an Individual Service Fund (ISF). You ask the care provider to manage the budget, although you oversee how you spend it.
1st Focus Homecare can organise this on your behalf through the local authority.
Option 3
The council can arrange a service for you. The council will manage the budget and choose the provider.
This does not mean you automatically get council carers. Local authorities sub-contract to private companies, and in the case of Option 3, you are allocated the company and do not have involvement in the choice.
Option 4
You ask the local authority for a mix of these options for different types of support.
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For some clients, friends or family may not live nearby, so having someone visit can help maintain your independence and allow you to enjoy the comfort and familiarity of your own home.
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A care companion from 1st Focus Homecare is more than just a visitor. They can accompany you to social clubs, help you visit friends and family, or escort you to doctor or hospital appointments.
Whether you need support through regular visits or an occasional treat, we’re here to help. Our dedicated office team is always on hand to discuss available options and ensure that you feel heard, supported, and understood.
Personal care may also involve support with showering, dressing, grooming, shaving, and hair care.
Wherever possible, we send the same carers for each visit to maintain familiarity and ensure you feel comfortable and supported.
If you feel that 1st Focus Homecare is a company you can trust, please contact our office on 0131 510 7878, where we can discuss your care needs. If we can help you or your loved one, we can arrange to meet you in person at your home to assess your care needs. Once an agreement is in place with you privately or via the local council, we will build you a care and support plan and agree on a start date.
- Washing and ironing
- Vacuuming, dusting and polishing
- Cleaning bathrooms and kitchens
- Shopping
- Care of pot plants and gardening
- Cooking and meal preparation
At 1st Focus Homecare, we understand the importance of a healthy diet and the joy of preparing and enjoying home-cooked meals.
Our carers are trained to be responsive to your abilities and preferences, ensuring you can be as involved as you wish in both food choices and preparation. This commitment to quality and individuality in our meal preparation service is designed to give you confidence and peace of mind.
All of our carers receive specialist medication training and are equipped with the skills required to meet the standards set by the City of Edinburgh Council and the Care Inspectorate.
We’re here to listen, discuss what matters most to you or your loved one, and build a personalised care and support plan tailored to your needs.
Our goal is to help manage the symptoms of dementia while enabling people to retain as much independence as possible, and to provide reassurance and comfort to their families.
As a paramedic, I am regularly called to assist elderly people with both acute and chronic health conditions in the community.
For many years, I have strongly advocated for preventative health screening as a proactive approach to elderly care. Too often, we rely on reactive treatment for serious conditions like strokes, hypertension, and diabetes—issues that can often be mitigated or even avoided with earlier intervention.
I believe that with earlier diagnosis and support, individuals can remain in their own homes longer, enjoy greater independence, and lead more fulfilling lives.
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Arranging home care can be daunting. If you would like a real alternative to residential care and think that having a paid carer in your own home would be beneficial, or if you are just looking for advice on arranging home care, please feel free to contact our office at 0131 510 7878, where we can discuss your care needs.
If we can help you or your loved one, we can arrange to meet you in person at your home to assess your care needs. We can arrange homecare for you or a family member and advise you on accessing the local authority’s financial assessment and organising direct payments. Not everyone can afford to pay for their care. Still, the local council can provide direct payments, allowing people to manage their budget and choose from the various home care providers in the Edinburgh area.
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Once we have assessed your care needs, we can build your care plan to deliver care and support to the highest standards everyone should have access to.
See – A Guide to Home Care Services in Edinburgh for Seniors and Their Families
See – Nursing Homes and Care at Home Providers in Edinburgh
FAQs – Home Care Services in Edinburgh
What does “home care services” include?
Home care services in Edinburgh include personal care (like washing and dressing), meal preparation, companionship, household tasks (cleaning, laundry, shopping), medication assistance, and help with mobility.
What is domiciliary care?
Domiciliary care refers to support provided in your own home, allowing you to maintain independence. Services can range from short visits to help with getting in and out of bed, to live-in care for more complex needs.
How is a personalised care plan created?
1st Focus Homecare will visit you at home to understand your routine and preferences. A person-centred care plan is then developed to meet your unique needs and ensure continuity of care.
What are companionship visits?
Our carers do more than tasks—they offer companionship by helping you visit social clubs, escorting you to appointments, or simply spending quality time to reduce isolation and enhance well-being.
Can carers assist with meal preparation?
Yes. Our carers are trained to prepare nutritious meals according to your preferences and dietary needs, helping sustain health and enjoyment of home-cooked food.
How is medication assistance provided?
Carers help with medication by reminding you when to take it, helping organise pill boxes, and administering medications if needed—particularly important for individuals with memory challenges.
What dementia care services are offered?
We provide specialist dementia support to help manage symptoms and promote independence, while offering reassurance for you and your loved ones during challenging times.
Does 1st Focus Homecare offer health screenings?
Yes. Led by our managing director, a qualified paramedic, we promote preventative at-home health checks to identify risks early, helping seniors stay healthier at home longer.
How does one arrange home care in Edinburgh?
Simply call us on 0131 510 7878. We’ll discuss your needs, arrange a home assessment, and work with you to build a tailored care plan—private or through council support.
Why choose home care over moving to a care home?
Home care offers flexibility, maintains routine, preserves independence, and fosters emotional well-being—without losing the comfort of being in your familiar surroundings.
