Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Danvers, MA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.1 out of 5 stars across the 39 options below.
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6 Lynde Street, Salem, MA, 01970
4.9
(20 reviews)
"My mother is a current client of Right At Home-- and we are continually grateful for how well Right At Home serves her needs. The caregivers are kind and caring, and I can't say enough good things about the clear and responsive communication coming ..."
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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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26-28 West St, Suite 108, Peabody, MA, 01960
"Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of personal care, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminde..."
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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
(79 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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5 Middlesex Ave, Ste 19, Wilmington, MA, 01887
5.0
(3 reviews)
"On very short notice we needed help for my mother-in-law when she returned to her assisted living facility after spending a month in rehab for a broken arm. Her facility insisted she have 24 hour attendants till they were satisfied she had readjuste..."
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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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330 Lynn Way, #346, Lynn, MA, 01901
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I have been using this for agency for few months now, they’re amazing, very caring, great service, nothing but the best. Caregivers arrive on time to care for my aunty. My Initial call and request for personal care needs were handled quickly. They ab..."
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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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21 Custom House Street, Suite 910, Boston, MA, 02110
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I contacted Independence Home Care because my mother needed very special care. My mother received excellent care from IHC. I had heard about Independence Home Care from MIT University, they told me IHC had excellent services and I found out that they..."
READ MORE346 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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533 Main Street,, Winchester, MA, 01890
" Clark Care, Inc., a private duty nursing registry established in 1988, is owned and operated by Claudia Clark Gay and an exceptional admin..."
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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..."
READ MOREDue to its proximity to Boston, there is considerable overlap in the cost of home care in Danvers. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in the area pay 6.4% more than the average for Massachusetts and 27% more than the typical American. The cost is higher still in Barnstable Town, where seniors pay $381 per month more than those in Danvers. To the west, the monthly rate for home care is lower by $572 in Worcester and by almost $1,000 in Springfield.
Danvers
$6,292
Massachusetts
$5,911
The United States
$4,957
Worcester
$5,720
Barnstable Town
$6,673
Springfield
$5,339
Home care and home health care are similarly priced in Danvers, with the latter costing an average of $48 per month less. Home health services can provide greater access to certified nursing care and light medical care in the home. Assisted living communities cost 8.3% more than full-time home care for seniors, whereas adult day health services cost 74.3% less. A semiprivate room in a nursing home in Danvers has an average cost that’s more than double that of in-home care.
Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living
$6,819
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Note: Data for Danvers 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 Danvers:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) | (617) 573-1100 | 100 Cambridge St, Suite 300, Boston, MA 02114 | Seniors can get assistance weatherizing their home in Danvers through the Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). WAP provides no-cost home inspections, as well as licensed insulation, window and door installation for qualified homeowners. Income and asset limitations apply before work can be approved. |
| Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP) | (617) 204-3600 | 600 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111 | Seniors who own a home in Danvers can get assistance repairing or upgrading their homes with a 0% interest home improvement loan from the Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP). HMLP provides loans to qualified senior homeowners through its network of authorized lenders to help make upgrades for improved home safety and accessibility. Work must be performed by a licensed contractor and gain approval before funding is approved. Senior applicants must meet program income and asset requirements. |
| Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | (617) 573-1100 | 100 Cambridge St, Suite 300, Boston, MA 02114 | Seniors in Danvers can reduce the cost of their home heating and cooling costs through participation in the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which is commonly known as the Fuel Assistance Program. LIHEAP can potentially reduce seniors’ home energy bills by up to 30%, as well as provide emergency help with overdue bills or disconnect notices. |
| Family Caregiver Support Program | (617) 727-7750 | One Ashburton Place, Floor 5, Boston, MA 02108 | Seniors can get several types of help with living independently in their Danvers homes through the Family Caregiver Support Program. This program helps seniors find and pay for a caregiver to render assistance in the home environment. It also supports caregivers with education and assistance finding some medical supplies. The program also assists seniors aged 55 and over who are raising grandchildren connect with education and food support, as well as state and federal benefits the family may be eligible for. |
| Neighbors in Need | (978) 685-8321 | 60 Island Street, Suite 214-East, MA 01840 | Seniors can get nutritional support and foodbank services in the Essex County area from the local nonprofit Neighbors in Need. Neighbors in Need operates 13 local foodbanks, where seniors, low-income residents and needy families can get food and personal care items at no cost. |
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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William_5
3.0
Review of BrightStar Care Peabody/ Danvers / North Shore - Danvers, MA
The service we get from the individual is excellent, but my main issue is I have too many providers. It's become too confusing for my wife and I have to spend time with the new person training...
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Cheryl W_16
4.0
Review of BrightStar Care Peabody/ Danvers / North Shore - Danvers, MA
The caregivers show up. The agency could improve the communication.
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Dorothy_2
5.0
Review of BrightStar Care Peabody/ Danvers / North Shore - Danvers, MA
The services have helped take a weight off of our shoulders. I like that the communication has been excellent.
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