4.5
(76 reviews)
"Very responsive and understanding. Reliable and dependable and easy to communicate with. We had a negative experience with another company, so we REALLY appreciate them even more!..."
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4.5
(76 reviews)
"Very responsive and understanding. Reliable and dependable and easy to communicate with. We had a negative experience with another company, so we REALLY appreciate them even more!..."
READ MORE4.6
(13 reviews)
"Gentle Hands literally saved my life when it came down to assisting both of my elderly parents. My mom has dementia and my dad is 97 years old. They have worked above and beyond the call of duty to assist me and my family. The staff that runs this ag..."
READ MORE4.3
(16 reviews)
"Monefa came to help my mom after surgery and she is excellent. She was referred by Sharmagne who is also excellent. Their compassion and professionalism for their work is admirable...."
READ MORE5.0
(3 reviews)
"It is a very professional well coordinated company who takes personal and loving care of its patients according to my personal experience with All Bourough and its staff. Thank you for providing that care and assistance in my recovery from surger..."
READ MORE5.0
(9 reviews)
"I can’t express enough gratitude for the incredible care Gentle Touch provided for my mom, who had Alzheimer’s and dementia. She was not an easy patient, yet every caregiver treated her with such kindness, patience, and respect. They were knowledgeab..."
READ MORE4.1
(7 reviews)
"When we had to find an home health care aide in KIngston, NY last year it was tough to find. There were not a lot of options in Ulster County. I called Genesa Home Care and was able to find an aide within a few weeks. The aide was on time. reliable,..."
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"Prime Luxury Home Care was established with the aim of delivering the best home care services to seniors, new mothers, individuals with disa..."
READ MORE"At Grace and Mercy Home Care Services, patient care is our top priority. We understand that in today’s world, the demand for high-quality ho..."
READ MORE4.1
(100 reviews)
"We’ve used Hometeam for over a month now. They’re very good. My mom is happy with them, and they help her no less. We have them there for 24 hours a day. She’s gaining strength, and they want to try to cut down the number of hours. They’re very frien..."
READ MORE5.0
(9 reviews)
"We have been using :LeanonWe for 6 months now. It has been a complete life saver for us. They have assisted in all aspects of providing great carers for my Mother in Law. ..."
READ MORE5.0
(6 reviews)
"Back in 2013 I fell and severely fractured my hip. I contacted European Expert Care to inquire about getting help for myself. From the very beginning I spoke to Dorothy, she informed me about options and what I should expect. Dorothy was quick in set..."
READ MORE5.0
(6 reviews)
"I legitimately don't know what I would do without UniversaCare providing such high quality services for my loved ones. Both of my parents need assistance and their quality team of caregivers and staff are always around to help me. God bless them. I a..."
READ MORE4.7
(7 reviews)
"We want to thank you for the prompt call back on a Saturday morning. My mom was discharged from the Hospital and lived alone and we contacted Serendipity. We went into a panic mode. After the weekend who would ensure my mom would be o.k. She has all ..."
READ MORE4.2
(12 reviews)
"Nanny's For Granny's took great care of our father for many years until Parkinson's took him. The Aide was awesome. Our father never had any bedsores. He was well taken care of. ..."
READ MORE5.0
(3 reviews)
"One of the best elderly care services I've seen in a long while. The workers are really great. My aunt has been quite happy with the service provided. She seems quite pleased with the care given. Last week I recommended Golden Hearts Elderly Care Svc..."
READ MORE5.0
(3 reviews)
"Kingsbridge Home Healthcare was excellent. They had a home caregiver who was very good, very caring, and very supportive. They were very professional with billing and scheduling. There was a woman named Danielle, and she was on top of it. She was exc..."
READ MORE5.0
(3 reviews)
"This is the best Home Health Care Agency you will find in all of New York City with the best certified Home Health Aides...."
READ MORE5.0
(3 reviews)
"We have been very pleased with our caregivers and the entire Attending Home Care team. Cassandra goes out of her way to provide us with aids that have been top-notch!! Even at the last minute's notice, she ALWAYS comes through. Attending staff ha..."
READ MORE5.0
(2 reviews)
"They were caring so beautifully for my dad. My dad already passed away. Their care for him was excellent. Everytime I call them, there's always a consistent person or two who took my calls. They always knew who I was and knew what we needed. Their re..."
READ MOREWith an average monthly price for home care of $5,529, Corona is notably more expensive than the national average of $4,957. Even so, most New York cities in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey are less expensive for home care than Corona, including the state capital of Albany, the central New York city of Utica and the southern city of Binghamton. Ithaca, which is about an hour’s drive northwest of Binghamton, costs much more than Corona for home care.
Corona
$5,529
New York
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
Binghamton
$4,814
Ithaca
$6,101
Albany
$5,148
Utica
$4,957
Some seniors may find that the limited hours of adult day care suit their care and social needs at an average cost of $1,950 per month. Those who need medical supervision may find the right choice to be home health care, which costs $5,720 a month and includes limited medical care in the home. Home care without medical assistance offers support with some everyday routines, such as activities of daily living and light housekeeping. The most expensive option is nursing home care, which costs $12,471 a month for a semiprivate room. Seniors who wish to make new friends in their retirement years may find assisted living to their liking; this level of care averages $5,750 a month.
Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Care
$1,950
Assisted Living
$5,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Note: Data for Corona was unavailable, so data for the nearest borough, Queens, New York area, 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 Corona:
Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
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Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) | (718) 883-8356 | 165-08 88th Avenue, 3rd Floor, Queens, NY 11432 | HEAP is a government-funded program available to seniors who are at least 60 years old and meet the program’s income guidelines. Eligible seniors may qualify for assistance with their heating costs, if their homes are heated with: |
NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA) | 311 | 2 Lafayette St., New York, NY 10007 | The NYC DFTA provides in-home services to seniors who need assistance so they can age within their homes. The city-funded program offers help with home-delivered meals, counseling services, personal care and housekeeping, though Medicaid recipients are ineligible for the last two. Appointments with a case manager are free, but some services may require an income-based fee or a suggested contribution. |
The Residential Emergency Services to Offer (Home) Repairs to the Elderly (RESTORE) Program | (866) 275-3427 | Gertz Plaza, 92-31 Union Hall Street, Jamaica, NY 11433 | The RESTORE program is offered through the Division of Housing Community Renewal and provides assistance to low-income seniors in need of emergency home repairs, installation of accessibility modifications or replacement of appliances that allow them to continue aging in-home. Applicants must be at least 60 years old, have a household income below the area median and must occupy and own their home as a primary residence. |
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption | (518) 457-5181 | Department of Taxation and Finance, W. A. Harriman Campus Bldg. 9, Albany, NY 12227 | Corona seniors who meet income eligibility guidelines, have owned their legal residence for at least 12 consecutive months, are at least 65 years old and do not have school-aged children living in their home may qualify for a property tax exemption of up to 50 percent. Income from all qualified sources may not exceed $50,000 per year and the city is free to reduce the amount of the exemption on a sliding, income-based scale. This exemption can be combined with the enhanced STAR exemption or credit for seniors who qualify. |
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.