Every kind of care
Every kind of care in Midlothian, with what it costs here
Each row is a level of help, with the price carers near Midlothian charge and how much of it there is locally.
The kinds of care in Midlothian
From the least help to the most. Each row links to its section below.
- Companionship visitsCompany, outings and errands£19 to £19 an hour6 nearby carers write about it
- Visiting carePersonal care and help at set times£19 to £19 an hour10 carers within about an hour of Midlothian
- Overnight careA sleeping or waking night£130 to £160 a night5 of the nearest carers do nights
- Live-in careA carer living in, day and night£1,015 to £1,085 a week17 live-in carers within reach
- Care home or nursing homeMoving out of home into careabout £1,160 to £1,410 a weekFees vary by home
Visit and live-in prices are what carers near Midlothian charge on PrimeCarers, our fee included, October 2026. Night prices are the range on PrimeCarers. Care home fees are UK averages, because too few homes here publish theirs.
Help during the day
Help at home during the day in Midlothian
Visiting care
A carer comes for an hour or more at the times you agree, such as a morning call to help someone up and washed.
- 10 carers are based within about an hour of Midlothian, charging £19 to £19 an hour with our fee included, typically £19.
- 6 of the 10 with a rate on their profile drive, which matters for trips out and for visits outside the towns.
Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring“I take pride in providing person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“Families often tell me how much they appreciate the way I make people feel truly at home, whether that is a young person settling into a new place or an older person finding their confidence again.”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Companionship
Visits for company rather than personal care: a conversation, a walk, the shopping or a lift to a club.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 write about companionship, conversation or days out in their own profile.
Godwin E.Edinburgh“I am also happy to have a chat, prepare meals and participate in client activities”£18.50 an hourProfile →- Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring“I believe that great care is not only about supporting physical needs but also about building meaningful relationships, offering companionship, and helping clients feel valued and respected.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“I would be glad to meet you or your family for a chat about what support would help most.”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“No task was too much for her and she even took my mother on the dance floor in her wheelchair so that she could join in the dancing. Katarzyna also ensured that my mother was reminded when to take her medication. My mother and I would highly recommend her for this type of role in the future. My mother wishes that Katarzyna lived close to our home in England.”
Companionship care explainedCarers who share a hobby in Midlothian
Personal care
Help with washing, dressing, the toilet and continence, from the same carer each time.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 6 describe personal care in their own words, not just on a checklist.
- Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring“I take pride in providing person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care across Edinburgh, and in my time as a carer I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and a wide range of other conditions, alongside practical help with everything…”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Mahesh P.Livingston · 2 years caring“Alongside this I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, physical disability and a wide range of other conditions, including personal care, medication reminders, mobility support and…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
“My mother benefited from a level of assistance, support, care & love it would be difficult to find elsewhere & for which I am extremely grateful. I am happy to recommend Precious to any potential client & their family, with the highest level of confidence that they would receive the utmost care & attention.”
Help with a condition
Care for a condition or a change in health in Midlothian
Dementia care
Care from someone who has looked after people with dementia before and knows how to keep a day calm.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 write about caring for someone with dementia.
- Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring“I have experience supporting individuals with a range of needs, including personal care, mobility support, dementia care, medication assistance, and emotional wellbeing.”£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
- Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care across Edinburgh, and in my time as a carer I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and a wide range of other conditions, alongside practical help with everything…”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
“Even when mum was at her worst with the dementia Alice showed love care and patience For this we will be forever grateful and consider her part of the family. Any body who is lucky enough to have Alice care for a loved one can trust her in every way including dealing with the medical services Alice is amazing and super professional and loving. I am very happy for you to contact me and hear more if you need”
Care for Parkinson's, stroke and other conditions
Carers who have looked after someone with a particular condition, such as Parkinson's, a stroke or MS.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 4 write about Parkinson's, stroke, MS or motor neurone disease.
- Olufemi D.Edinburgh · 1 years caring“I offer hourly and visiting care across Edinburgh, and in my time as a carer I have supported people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, heart disease, respiratory illness and a wide range of other conditions, alongside practical help with everything…”£18.80 an hour1 reviewProfile →
- Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
- Mahesh P.Livingston · 2 years caring“Alongside this I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, physical disability and a wide range of other conditions, including personal care, medication reminders, mobility support and…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Palliative care at home
Support at home for someone who is very ill, alongside the district nurses and the GP.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 2 write about palliative care or caring for someone who is very ill.
- Katarzyna M.Edinburgh · 3 years caring“I'm Kasia, based in Edinburgh, and I provide hourly visiting care, working with clients living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis and a range of other conditions, as well as those needing help after surgery or towards the end of life.”£30 an hour2 reviewsProfile →
Artur S.Edinburgh · 2 years caring“Over two years I've supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery and a good few other conditions, along with end of life and post-operative care, so I'm used to adapting to whatever the day calls for.”£19.20 an hourProfile →
Nights and round the clock
Care at night and around the clock in Midlothian
Overnight care
A carer spends the night in the house, either sleeping and on hand, or awake all night.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 offer overnight care.
- £130 to £145 for a sleeping night and £150 to £160 for a waking night on PrimeCarers.
Respite care
Cover so the person who does the caring can stop for a while, from a few visits to a fortnight.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 5 do nights or live-in care, which is how most respite is covered.
- Chloe P.West Lothian · 1 years caring£19.20 an hour1 reviewProfile →
Lesley R.Dunfermline · 4 years caring£19.20 an hourProfile →- Mahesh P.Livingston · 2 years caring“Alongside this I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, physical disability and a wide range of other conditions, including personal care, medication reminders, mobility support and…”£18.50 an hourProfile →
Live-in care
One carer lives in the home and is there through the day and night, with a daily break.
- 17 live-in carers are based within about two hours of Midlothian.
- A week here costs £1,015 to £1,085 with our fee included, typically £1,047.
- Of the 9 nearest carers with a full profile, 2 also do live-in care as well as visits.
- Mahesh P.Livingston · 2 years caring“Alongside this I offer hourly, live-in and overnight care, and I am comfortable supporting people with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, physical disability and a wide range of other conditions, including personal care, medication reminders, mobility support and…”£135 a dayProfile →
Paul O.£150 a dayProfile →
Care homes
Care homes and nursing homes in Midlothian
Care homes in Midlothian are inspected by the Care Inspectorate, and each home publishes its inspection reports. Across the UK a residential place costs about £1,160 a week and a nursing place about £1,410, while a live-in carer here costs £1,015 to £1,085 a week.
Elderly care in Midlothian helps you weigh care at home against a care home, and care at home or a care home goes through what to ask a home before choosing it.
Agencies or private carers
Home care agencies and private carers in Midlothian
Home care agencies
10 private carers near Midlothian
Every carer on PrimeCarers has passed an enhanced DBS, identity and right-to-work check and an online interview before they appear (how we check carers). Agency or private carer compares the two, and the best home carers in Midlothian profiles the best-rated private carers nearby.
Paying for care
Help paying for care in Midlothian
Attendance Allowance is not means tested and can go towards any of these. The council assesses needs for free and can contribute after a financial assessment, and NHS Continuing Healthcare pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route and who to contact.
Questions
Questions families in Midlothian ask about the types of care
10 carers within about an hour of Midlothian offer care at home, from companionship visits to live-in care. Away from home, care homes and nursing homes.
For one person it is usually about the same: a live-in week here is typically £1,047 with our fee included, against about £1,160 for a care home place. For a couple, one live-in carer costs about £1,350 a week, far less than two care home places. Care at home or a care home goes through the decision.
Often, yes. Attendance Allowance is not means tested and helps with the cost of care at any level. The council can contribute after an assessment, and the NHS pays in full when needs are mainly health needs. Funding care sets out each route.