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..."
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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 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)
"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 MORE3.6
(3 reviews)
"I have been assisting the elderly with their affairs for over 25 years including arranging for their home care services. Recently, because of a bad fall, I found myself in need of a home health aide. I was fortunate to have a caregiver come to help ..."
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 MORE5.0
(2 reviews)
"We hired Helping Hands Services for my aunt. They're very good. They cooked, and they did light housekeeping and laundry. They're excellent. The staff was awesome because they kept in touch with us to let us know what was happening every step of the ..."
READ MOREIn-home care for seniors in Howard Beach and New York City overall costs $191 per month more than the state average, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, and $572 more than the national average. The cost in Poughkeepsie is in line with the state average, offering little relief compared to Howard Beach, while seniors in Kingston save around $400 per month. Binghamton’s average cost for home care is lower by $715 per month.
Howard Beach
$5,529
New York
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
Poughkeepsie
$5,339
Kingston
$5,148
Binghamton
$4,814
Home health care services such as physical therapy and skilled nursing cost around $200 per month more than basic in-home services for seniors, which include personal care and household chores. The average cost of assisted living in Howard Beach is virtually identical to that of home health care, whereas a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs more than double the monthly rate for both levels of in-home care. Adult day health services in Howard Beach are significantly more affordable, with average savings of $3,579 per month when compared to home care.
Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$5,750
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$12,471
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.
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.