4.8
(88 reviews)
"Millie has been my pc/homemaker for a few months now and I am very pleased with her services. Always on time and goes above and beyond what is expected. A ray of sunshine!..."
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4.8
(88 reviews)
"Millie has been my pc/homemaker for a few months now and I am very pleased with her services. Always on time and goes above and beyond what is expected. A ray of sunshine!..."
READ MORE5.0
(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 ...."
READ MORE4.8
(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..."
READ MORE"At Senior Helpers Lawrence, MA, our mission is to ensure a better quality of life for our elderly clients and their families by providing de..."
READ MORE"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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"The mission of CareCo Shoreline is to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and customized in-home services designed to help individuals rem..."
READ MORE4.5
(84 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..."
READ MORE5.0
(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..."
READ MORE5.0
(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..."
READ MORE5.0
(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..."
READ MORE5.0
(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. ..."
READ MORE5.0
(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..."
READ MORE4.0
(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. ..."
READ MORE4.0
(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. ..."
READ MORE3.0
(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 ..."
READ MORE"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..."
READ MORE"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 MORE" 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."
READ MORE"Assurance Homecare LLC is a leading In-Homecare service provider that covers Massachusetts. It is our goal to improve the well-being of our ..."
READ MORESeniors in Salisbury and nearby Boston pay $6,292 per month for home care services, which is almost $400 more than the statewide average. Taunton, to the south of Salisbury, has the same care cost as Worcester at $5,720 per month and about $500 less than home care in Salisbury. Springfield and Pittsfield, on the state’s southern border, have the region’s lowest home care averages of $5,339 and $5,625, respectively.
Salisbury
$6,292
Massachusetts
$5,911
The United States
$4,957
Taunton
$5,720
Worcester
$5,720
Springfield
$5,339
Pittsfield
$5,625
Home care costs in Salisbury are about $500 lower than assisted living costs and just slightly more than home health care services. Adult day care costs are significantly lower than all the other care options, although part-time care is offered outside of the home at a community center. Skilled nursing services that are provided in a nursing home setting are more than double the cost of home care services.
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 Salisbury 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 Salisbury:
Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
---|---|---|---|
Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) | (617) 573-1100 | 100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston, MA 02114 | Seniors who own a home in Salisbury can get help weatherizing their homes from the Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). WAP services include a free home inspection and recommendations for improved energy efficiency. Upgrades the program pays for can include new insulation and weather-resistant windows and doors. |
Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP) | (617) 204-3600 | 600 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111 | Seniors in Salisbury may be able to upgrade their homes for improved safety and accessibility through the Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP). HMLP is a state program that seniors in Essex County can apply for to get a 0% loan for approved repairs to their home’s structure, roof, flooring or kitchen and bathroom fixtures. Income and asset limits apply, as do residency requirements. |
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | (617) 573-1100 | 100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston, MA 02114 | Seniors in Salisbury with limited incomes may be eligible for reduced monthly energy bills by signing up for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also known as the Fuel Assistance Program. LIHEAP is open to seniors in Salisbury who meet the program’s income and asset limitations, and eligible seniors may save up to 30% on their monthly utility costs. |
Family Caregiver Support Program | (617) 727-7750 | One Ashburton Pl., Floor 5, Boston, MA 02108 | Seniors aged 55 and over in Salisbury can get several different types of support to live independently in their homes from the Family Caregiver Support Program. The Family Caregiver Support Program is a recipient-directed benefit that can pay the cost of an in-home caregiver, as well as continuing training and support groups for designated caregivers. The program also helps seniors who are raising their grandchildren find resources to help with nutrition, education and both state and federal benefits. |
Neighbors in Need | (978) 685-8321 | 60 Island St., Suite 214-East, MA 01840 | Salisbury seniors can get the nutritional support they need to stay healthy, as well as several other essential items, from Essex County nonprofit Neighbors in Need. Neighbors in Need operates 13 food bank centers in the Essex County area, which are open to all residents, including seniors who need help buying or preparing their own food. The program also provides needed personal care supplies for seniors. |
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.