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Home Instead - East Fife

Care Inspectorate Rating Very good

Home Care Agency Overview

  • Operated byHome Instead
  • ManagerJane Fargie
  • Minimum age of care recipient18
  • Minimum Visit Time60 minutes
  • Time to arrange care1 day

Home Instead in East Fife, offers a wide range of personalised home care services designed to improve the quality of life for individuals across East Fife, including St Andrews, Cupar, and Leven. With a strong focus on compassion and care, they provide tailored support ranging from domiciliary and live-in care to specialist services for dementia, Parkinson’s, and other health conditions. The Home Instead team is committed to building meaningful relationships, ensuring loved ones can continue living comfortably and independently in their own homes. In addition to personal care, they offer services such as companionship, housekeeping, and medication assistance, all designed to support seniors in maintaining their independence and enhancing their overall well-being. Home Instead is dedicated to offering families peace of mind and ensuring a high standard of care.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private

  • Local Authority

  • NHS

Care Inspectorate Rating

  • very goodOverall Rating
  • SCI Wellbeing Rating -not assessed
  • SCI Leadership Rating -good
  • SCI Staff Team Rating -good
  • SCI Setting Rating -very good
  • SCI Care and Support Planning Rating -very good
  • Care Inspectorate Publication Date2024-02-05
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Contract Durations

  • Fixed term

  • Ongoing

Domiciliary Minimum Commitment

  • Minimum Minutes Per Visit - 60 mins
  • Minimum Weekly Hours - 1 hour

Home Care Specialisms

Companion Care & Household Support

  • Admin Support

  • Companionship Social Interaction

  • Gardening

  • Housekeeping

  • Laundry

  • Meal Preparation

  • Pet Support

  • Shopping and Errands

  • Transportation

Personal Care

  • Bathroom Assistance

  • Continence Care

  • Drinking and Feeding

  • Oral Medication Support

  • Washing and Dressing

Moving & Handling

  • Hoisting

  • Sara Stedy

  • Transferring

  • Turning

Specialist Care Services

  • Alcohol Drug Misuse

  • Alzheimers

  • Cancer Care

  • Catheter Care

  • Challenging Behaviour

  • Dementia Early Stage

  • Dementia Late Stage

  • Intravenous Drugs

  • Learning Disability

  • Mental Health

  • PEG Feeding

  • Palliative Care

  • Parkinsons Disease

  • Physical Disability

  • Rehabilitation Post Surgery

  • Sensory Impairment

  • Stoma Care

  • Stroke

  • Wound Dressing

Home Care Services Provided

Types of Care at Home

  • Hourly Care

  • Live-In Care

  • Overnight (Sleeping) Care

  • Overnight (Waking) Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about Home Instead - East Fife.

What is the Care Inspectorate Rating of Home Instead - East Fife?

Home Instead - East Fife has been rated as very good by the Scottish Care Inspectorate, the regulator of health and social care services.

What types of home care services are available at Home Instead - East Fife?

Home Instead - East Fife offers Hourly Care, Live-In Care, Overnight (Sleeping) Care and Overnight (Waking) Care.

Are all caregivers trained and qualified?

Yes, all of Home Instead - East Fife home carers are given specialised training and support to offer the highest quality of care for your unique requirements.

Can I choose the schedule of my home care visits?

Yes, Home Instead - East Fife will work with you to find the best care at home option that suits your unique care needs and schedule.