How did you choose the best home carers in West Lothian?

By what their clients said first, then by their record. We start from every carer who offers visits and is based within about 45 minutes of West Lothian, and keep those with a studio portrait and a profile that says enough about them to be useful. They are ordered by their client rating and how many reviews they have, then by whether a client wrote a review we can quote, then by their record with PrimeCarers, their years of experience and the care they have given through us. All 6 carers profiled here have client reviews, averaging 5.0 out of 5.

Are the carers on this page vetted?

Yes. Before a carer appears on PrimeCarers they have passed an enhanced DBS check, an identity check and a right-to-work check, and had an online interview with our team. That DBS must have been issued within the last 2 years, and it has to be renewed every 2 years. We check that a carer is caring; their skills, qualifications and training are for you to check with them. How we vet carers sets out each step.

Can we meet a carer before booking?

Yes, and it is worth doing. Message the carers you like through PrimeCarers with the visits you need and anything that has been difficult, then arrange a video call or a visit. Talking to a carer is free and nothing is booked until you say so. Most families speak to two or three carers before choosing.

How much do the best home carers in West Lothian charge?

The carers profiled on this page charge £18.80 to £30 an hour, with our fee included. Across West Lothian carers charge £19 to £20 an hour, typically £19. Agencies usually charge £28 to £35 an hour for a visit. The cost of home care in West Lothian works through what a week of visits comes to.

Are there carers in West Lothian with dementia experience?

All 12 carers on this page list dementia on their profile. A tick on a profile is the carer's own description, so ask each one about the people with dementia they have cared for and what they found hardest. Dementia care at home covers what good support looks like at each stage.

Do any of the carers in West Lothian speak a language other than English?

Yes. Between them the carers on this page speak German, Herero, Polish and Shona as well as English, and the search can filter by language. For someone whose first language has come back to them with age or dementia, a carer who shares it can make visits much easier.

What if the first carer is not right?

Then you choose another, and the same search shows who else is available. For visits, notice under the contract is 48 hours, and PrimeCarers makes no charge to stop or change carer. It helps to agree at the start that the first couple of weeks are a trial for both of you. Our team can help you find someone else in the meantime.

Can one of these carers stay overnight or live in?

Some can, and their profile says so. Of the carers profiled here, 4 also offer overnight care and 1 offer live-in care. Live-in carers travel much further for a placement than visiting carers do, so the best live-in carers in West Lothian is a separate page, drawn from a wider area.

The 6 Best Home Carers in West Lothian (2026)

The best home carers in West Lothian

55 home carers are based within about 45 minutes of West Lothian. This page profiles the six with the strongest record, and every one of them has been reviewed by clients. Each profile has their photo, their own description of the work and, where there is one, what a client wrote about them.

Chosen by PrimeCarers from carers’ profiles and client reviews · Updated October 2026

Based in Edinburgh · 3 years caring · Drives

Katarzyna M.

Client rating: 5.0from 2 reviews
Hourly rate: £30 an hour, our fee included

In Katarzyna’s words

“People I've worked with often tell me I bring a calm, steady energy into their homes, the kind that makes a difficult day feel a little lighter. 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.”

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.

Helen N., a client of Katarzyna’s, 2026

Experience Katarzyna writes about

Dementia
Parkinson's
Stroke
Palliative care
Arthritis
Medication

Speaks Polish as well as English. Outside work, Katarzyna lists walking, dancing, cooking & baking and decorating.

See Katarzyna’s full profileOne more review on the profile

Based in Alloa · 9 years caring · Drives

John A.

Client rating: 5.0from 9 reviews
Hourly rate: £27.50 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care

In John’s words

“With over 9 years of hands-on care experience, I support people with learning disabilities, autism, dementia, and complex health needs in residential, home, and community settings. I’ve provided daily personal care and complex support, as well as senior responsibilities such as leading teams, managing rotas, supporting audits, and mentoring staff. I’m fully trained in medication administration, safeguarding, first aid, and moving & handling.”

Experience John writes about

Dementia
Learning disabilities
Autism
Personal care
Medication

Outside work, John lists walking, cooking & baking, puzzles and decorating.

See John’s full profile9 reviews on the profile

Based in Wishaw · 16 years caring · Drives

Ron P.

Client rating: 5.0from 1 review
Hourly rate: £22 an hour, our fee included
Through PrimeCarers: 64 hours of care

In Ron’s words

“I am dedicated Care Professional who has been employed/self-employed in the industry for over 16 years. I am looking to provide a high-end tailored Care-Support Package that is enabling my clients to achieve the best possible quality of life.”

Speaks German as well as English. Outside work, Ron lists walking, card games, cooking & baking and puzzles.

See Ron’s full profileOne review on the profile

Based in West Lothian · 1 year caring · Drives

Chloe P.

Client rating: 5.0from 1 review
Hourly rate: £19.20 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care

In Chloe’s words

“I am a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated carer who is passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives. I take pride in providing person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing. 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.”

Experience Chloe writes about

Dementia
Personal care
Medication

See Chloe’s full profileOne review on the profile

Based in Glasgow · 6 years caring

Magreth K.

Client rating: 5.0from 1 review
Hourly rate: £19.20 an hour, our fee included
Also offers: Overnight care and live-in care

In Magreth’s words

“I very much enjoy being a carer being able to look after and engage with clients to there needs and support. I will assist in any way I can to make the client happy and safe”

She listened diligently to what my mother wanted/was saying and always managed to come up with a solution that seemed to placate her. Magreth shows great professionalism blended with empathy. She is an intelligent and observant person and can reassess a situation and make suggestions for changes/improvements. I trust her 100% for her good judgement, kindness, and ability to adapt where necessary.

Joanna B., a client of Magreth’s, 2025

See Magreth’s full profile

Based in Edinburgh · 1 year caring

Olufemi D.

Client rating: 5.0from 1 review
Hourly rate: £18.80 an hour, our fee included

In Olufemi’s words

“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. One family was especially moved by how quickly their son adjusted to residential care, thanks to the time I spent walking him through his new routines and simply being there while he found his feet.”

Experience Olufemi writes about