Comfort and dignity, first
Everything we do is about keeping someone comfortable, settled and treated with dignity, in their own bed, their own room, surrounded by the things and people they love.
Our care
Palliative and end-of-life care at home in central Scotland
When time is precious, most people would rather be at home. We offer gentle, dignified care and a reassuring presence, so your loved one can be comfortable and surrounded by the people they love, with the family supported every step of the way.
How we help
Care centred on comfort, dignity and being there
Our role is to make sure your loved one is comfortable and cared for, and that the family is supported, while the medical team looks after symptoms and clinical needs. We fit gently around everyone.
Gentle personal care
Unhurried, tender help with washing, dressing, the toilet and staying comfortable, always at the person’s pace and always with their dignity protected.
Alongside your medical team
We work around the district nurses, GP and any hospice or specialist palliative team. They lead on medical care and symptoms; we focus on comfort, personal care and being there.
Food, drink and small comforts
Whatever is wanted and manageable, from a favourite meal to sips of a cold drink, kept simple and pressure-free, following the person’s appetite and wishes.
A calm, reassuring presence
Sometimes the most important thing is simply that someone kind is there. We offer companionship and quiet reassurance, including overnight support where it helps.
Support for the whole family
These days are hard on everyone. We share the load so families can rest and, above all, have the time and space to just be together.
Who it’s for
Being at home, together
For many families, home is exactly where they want to be for this time. With the right support around them, that is very often possible. Our care may help if this is:
- People with a life-limiting or terminal illness who wish to remain in their own home
- People who want comfort, familiarity and dignity in the time they have
- Families being supported by district nurses or a hospice-at-home team who need personal care alongside
- Families who need extra hands, reassurance, or a chance to rest
- Families arranging care at a difficult and often fast-moving time
Why families choose Scotia
Care with the time, and the heart, to do it right
The same familiar faces
At such a personal time, it matters that care comes from people who already know your loved one and your family, not a different stranger each visit.
Time to be present
Our carers are paid per shift, not per visit, so no one is rushing. There is time to sit, to reassure, and to do the small things that mean so much.
Joined up with your team
We work alongside the district nurses, GP and any hospice team, so care is coordinated and calm and nothing falls between the gaps.
Someone to call, out of hours
Worry doesn’t keep office hours. There’s a real person on the end of the phone 7 days, 7am to 9pm.
Getting support in place
We’ll make it as easy as we can
In Scotland, personal care is free for anyone assessed by their council as needing it, whatever their age. We can help you understand the practical side, and we know these arrangements often need to come together quickly.
Whatever stage you’re at, you don’t have to work it all out on your own. A short, gentle conversation is a good place to start.
Talk to usHere for the family too
Supporting someone you love through this is exhausting, emotionally and physically. We’re here to share the load, so you can rest and spend the time that matters together. Read more about who we are.
Common questions
Your questions, answered gently
What is palliative and end-of-life care at home?
It is compassionate support that helps someone with a life-limiting or terminal illness stay comfortable and cared for in their own home. Our part is comfort, personal care, companionship and support for the family. We work alongside the district nurses, GP and any hospice team, who lead on medical care and managing symptoms.
Do you work with the district nurses and hospice team?
Yes. Care at the end of life works best when everyone works together. We coordinate around the health professionals already involved, following the plan they set, so the person gets seamless, joined-up support without anyone having to repeat themselves.
Can you provide overnight support?
Yes, we can provide overnight support where the reassurance of someone being there through the night would help. Tell us what is needed and we will talk through how best to arrange it.
Will it be the same carers each time?
We work hard to send the same small, familiar team. At such a personal time, being cared for by people who already know the person and the family, rather than a stranger, means a great deal.
How quickly can support start?
We understand these arrangements often need to come together quickly. Get in touch and we will do everything we reasonably can to help, and be honest with you about what we can put in place and when.
Which areas do you cover?
We provide palliative and end-of-life care at home across Stirlingshire, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, Renfrewshire and Fife. If you are in or around any of these areas, we would be glad to help. If you are not sure whether we reach you, just ask.
However much time there is, we can help
Tell us a little about your situation and we’ll talk it through with you, gently and without pressure. We’re here whenever you’re ready.