Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Byfield, MA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies across the 28 options below.
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350 Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830
4.8
(96 reviews)
"Alba was helpful since the moment she presented herself . Today was her second time with my mom, she keep her busy having a nice conversation. remind her pills. Laughed a lot...."
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231 Sutton St, Suite 2H, North Andover, MA, 01845
5.0
(6 reviews)
"My mom received excellent home care services with Home Instead in North Andover for 8months . The aides were sweet & compassionate . We cannot thank them enough ...."
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153 Andover St, Suite 203, Danvers, MA, 01923
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I have Senior Helpers Boston North come into the home. I love when you call somebody and they answer. The girl who came here to evaluate was so nice. She was amazing. She was the coordinator of it all. She laid it all out, and told us what things had..."
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560 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
"Dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care Caring starts with people who care. At Care With Care Homehealth Care, we tak..."
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300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 200F, Danvers, MA, 01923
4.5
(78 reviews)
"A Google User A Google User just now I give it 1 star just because I have to select 1 but thumbs down is my rating. This place sucks with 24 hr care, hasn't been 2 years I've had their service and had 200+ people come to my house. I've had nurs..."
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275 Grove Street, Suite 2-400 , Newton, MA, 02466
5.0
(10 reviews)
"Foundational Health Home Care is an excellent agency, they assisted my Elderly Father until his recent passing. Their staff was always very caring and compassionate in attending to his needs. He always spoke good about how the caregivers and care man..."
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124 Vernon St. , Newton, MA, 02458
5.0
(6 reviews)
"MeetCaregivers is a fabulous agency. They are responsive and sensitive to the needs of the client and family, and work hard to find the right match(es). For example, my mother was extremely hard of hearing and needed caregivers who could speak slo..."
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841 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I chose them after speaking to the owner. He called me back right away and we spoke on the phone. He was actually the only person that called me back after I had reached out to them. Their care we're phenomenal. They were amazing. The owner was very..."
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495 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Associated Home Care is very good. They clean and take me grocery shopping. Each caregiver comes once a week, and each is very friendly and cooperative. I'm happy with the communication from the home office to me. ..."
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346 Turnpike Red, #2307, Westborough, MA, 01581
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Zynab and her team of caregivers provided a valuable support to our family when our Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and Dementia. There attendance was wonderful, caregivers were gentle, professional, helpful and supportive. Their service were b..."
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100 Trade Center, Ste. G700, Woburn, MA, 01801
4.0
(1 reviews)
"A friend recommended Plan B to me. We've been pleased with everything. Esther is good in checking and communicating with me. She's on top of everything. My parents like their caregivers. They're doing a great job. ..."
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129 Dodge Street, Suite One, Beverly, MA, 01915
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Comfort Keepers was just fine. They helped my mother with the chores around the house and with the laundry. They showed up on time, called ahead, and managed appropriately. ..."
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16 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901
3.0
(7 reviews)
"Prompt and very pleasant Easy to establish a helpful routine after returning home from a hospital stay..."
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1501 Main St Suite 32, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
3.0
(2 reviews)
"The level of service at ALTRANAIS HOME CARE, LLC is fantastic. Having been a customer for many years, I am consistently impressed by the professionalism of every staff member I have come in contact with. Thank you!" Divan Faveau ..."
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10 South Main Street, Suite 208, Topsfield, MA, 01833
"Bring Care Home opened its doors in 2004 with a passion to create positive change for families and loved ones. Our services allow seniors, t..."
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9 Bartlet St., Suite 143, Andover, MA, 01810
"At Griswold Home Care, we understand that selecting a home care provider can be confusing. We aim to provide the best home care services pos..."
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316 MAIN ST Suite 500, Worcester, MA, 01608
" GIA Home Care Services Provide family center care to our clients. Our goal is to keep families together in the comfort of their own home."
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630 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA, 01845
"Assurance Homecare LLC is a leading In-Homecare service provider that covers Massachusetts. It is our goal to improve the well-being of our ..."
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861 Main St,, Reading, MA, 01867
"At SHICS Health Care Solutions, we are committed to maximizing the dignity and respect of loved ones and enabling elders to remain in their ..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Byfield’s typical senior pays $6,292 per month for home care. This is above the Massachusetts norm of $5,911 and significantly more than the countrywide average of $4,957. However, it’s not the costliest in the state, which is a position held by Barnstable ($6,673). More affordable options near Byfield include Worcester ($5,720) and Springfield ($5,339). Seniors considering home care costs in New Hampshire should know Manchester’s median fee is a little more affordable than Byfield’s, at $6,149 per month.
Byfield
$6,292
Massachusetts
$5,911
The United States
$4,957
Worcester
$5,720
Springfield
$5,339
Barnstable Town
$6,673
Manchester, NH
$6,149
At $6,292, home care competes with assisted living, which has a median monthly fee of $6,819 for similar services but requires the senior to enter an institution. Adult day care is the most affordable option, at $1,614, but unlike the previous two options, isn’t suitable for homebound seniors. As it’s a medical service, home health care can’t be directly compared to home care, although it is slightly more affordable, at $6,244. Nursing home costs are the highest, at $13,155.
Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Care
$1,614
Assisted Living
$6,819
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Note: Data for Byfield was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boston, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Byfield:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbury Council on Aging | (978) 465-0862 | 12 Kent Way, Byfield, MA 01922 | The Newbury Council on Aging is dedicated to providing resources and local programming to elders who want to remain in their community as they age. The council creates and manages local senior services programs, using community and committee direction to learn about and plan for the needs of local elders. This group is a gatekeeper to local programs such as Meals on Wheels and walk-in health clinics. There are various programs for seniors to enjoy as they socialize during arts and crafts groups, exercise classes, community outings and support groups. |
| Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley | 800-892-0890 or 978-683-7747 | 280 Merrimack Street, Suite 400, Lawrence, MA 01843 | Elder Services of Merrimack Valley provides aging services to local residents, partnering with the Merrimack Valley Aging and Disability Resource Consortium (MV-ADRC) to provide a wide range of services. Day programs that include meals are offered at low or no cost through this program in various locations throughout the valley. Those in need can also seek out food bags, healthcare services and financial help by calling the office and inquiring and available programs. Interested residents can also take part in its 12-week bilingual education aging care program through it’s Healthy Living Center of Excellence. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program | (800) 632-8175 | 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 300, Boston, MA 02114 | Operated by the state government, this program makes funding available to low-income residents who need to improve their home structures to protect against the elements. Elders are prioritized through this program. Examples of repairs that can be made through this program include replacing old windows and doors with newer energy-saving types and putting insulation in houses with air gaps. Participants will need to verify their income, other residents in the home and their address. |
| Senior Tax Work-Off Program | 978-462-0430 | 331 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 | The city of Newburyport offers tax write-offs to seniors over the age of 60 that live in properties for which they owe taxes. For 125 hours of community service a year, seniors can receive $1,000 towards their tax bills. Keep in mind that those who perform less than 125 hours of community service will be paid a flat rate of $8 an hour instead of the full amount. There is an income verification process, and volunteers can’t bring in more than $65,981 a year, but there is no asset restriction to use this program. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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