Personal care in Newbridge, City of Edinburgh

Find a self-employed carer for help with personal care in Newbridge, City of Edinburgh, Kirkliston and Ratho and the places around. It's free for families, and you choose who to speak to.

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About personal care

What it usually involves

Help with washing, bathing or showering, dressing, shaving, hair, going to the toilet and continence care, done in a way that protects dignity.

How a self-employed carer can help

They can come at times that suit your loved one rather than a rota, and it's the same person each time, which matters for something this personal. Lifting with equipment such as a hoist needs training, so ask about it.

Questions worth asking

How much experience do you have with personal care?
Have you had moving and handling training?
How do you help someone feel comfortable and in control?
Are you happy to be shown how Mum likes things done?
Are you happy to be around pets?

Around Newbridge

Self-employed carers often cover several nearby places. Within 5 miles of Newbridge:

Kirkliston 1.3 miles
Ratho 1.5 miles
Ingliston 1.5 miles
Burnside 1.8 miles
Broxburn 2.4 miles
Winchburgh 2.6 miles
Hermiston 3.1 miles
Dalmeny 3.3 miles
Queensferry 3.4 miles
Kirknewton 3.5 miles
East Calder 3.6 miles
West Craigs 3.6 miles
Newton 3.7 miles
Cammo 3.9 miles
Calderhall 3.9 miles

Days out near Newbridge

Once the morning routine is done, there's time to enjoy the day. A few ideas within 5 miles:

'The Mound' Planespotting viewpointViewpoint, 0.9 miles
Kirkliston Community GardenGarden, 1.2 miles
Carlowrie CastleCastle, 1.8 miles
Pepper Wood Wildlife ReserveNature reserve, 2.2 miles
Broxburn Community MuseumMuseum, 3.1 miles
Hawes PierPier, 3.8 miles
Drum SandsBeach, 4.9 miles

Local help and support

City of Edinburgh Council
Ask for a free care needs assessment, or a carer's assessment if you look after someone.
Care needs assessment
Age Scotland helpline
A free, confidential helpline for older people, their carers and families in Scotland. Call 0800 12 44 222.
Age Scotland website

Helpful guides

Questions families ask

Do we need special equipment?

Not always. An occupational therapist, usually arranged through the council or GP, can look at the home and suggest grab rails, a shower seat or other aids. These are often free or low cost.

Can a self-employed carer help with washing and dressing?

Yes, many do. Agree exactly what's included before the first visit, and write it down so there are no surprises.

How does an introduction work?

Choose up to five people from your shortlist and confirm your email. We send each of them your enquiry, and send you their email and phone number, so you can talk directly.

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