Friends for Life Homecare Babylon - Babylon, NY
99 Deer Park Ave , Babylon, NY, 11702
"Agency Overview: For over 15 years, Friends for Life Homecare has had the privilege of serving over 10,000 families from Manhattan to Mon..."
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99 Deer Park Ave , Babylon, NY, 11702
"Agency Overview: For over 15 years, Friends for Life Homecare has had the privilege of serving over 10,000 families from Manhattan to Mon..."
READ MORE215 E Main St. , Suite 200B, Huntington, NY, 11743
4.6
(26 reviews)
"We are using Elder Home Care for my mom. They've been great at getting us the particular aides that we are looking for. My mom requires 24-hour care, so they've been wonderful. We originally started with just a couple of hours, mainly on the weekends..."
READ MORE150 Islip Ave., Suite 2, Islip, NY, 11751
4.7
(21 reviews)
"We started using Senior Care a little over a year ago when my mother came back to the assisted living home from the hospital. They have been able to accommodate our needs from first a 2-week short term assistance to nightly daily assistance to 24-hou..."
READ MORE904 5th Street, West Babylon, NY, 11704
4.8
(13 reviews)
"Companion Home Care of LI has been a wonderful agency to work for. My husband and I were looking for a caretaker long distance as we are out of state. Our Mom was a very active 97 year old. We needed a care taker who above all was a self starter ..."
READ MORE3237 NY-112, Medford, NY, 11763
4.5
(14 reviews)
80 White Street, Southampton, NY, 11968
5.0
(9 reviews)
"Baylin Home Care is an incredible home health care company. Baylin was the ONLY agency that addressed all questions, concerns, and provided an immediate highly-experienced aide to support our family member in need. They also continue to follow up for..."
READ MORE72 Sherbrooke Drive, Smithtown, NY, 11787
4.9
(10 reviews)
"I used senior helpers for help with my dad with dementia. They were always very accommodating with the ever changing needs and schedule we had for dad. The aids were always professional, on-time and did the best they could to help dad, even when he..."
READ MORE1225 Franklin Avenue Suite 325, Garden City, NY, 11530
4.5
(10 reviews)
"This was my third care agency and by far the best. Caregiver was always on time and even came during very bad weather. Caregiver took very good care of my mother. When I signed with them I was told they could always be reach, from previous agency ..."
READ MORE34 East Main Street Suite 430 , Smithtown, NY, 11787
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Angel Care has given me and my family peace of mind and comfort just by being there and helping my father-in-law stay in his home. They are always on, always ready to go the extra mile, and always responsive to our concerns...."
READ MORE565 Route 25 A, Ste. LL2, Miller Place, NY, 11764
4.7
(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 MORE34 Sunset Ln, Patchogue, NY, 11772
4.2
(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 MORE20 Jerusalem Avenue, Hicksville, NY, 11801
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My experience with Homecare Therapies was wonderful. They were attentive, caring, and highly professional. Would recommend to anyone in need. ..."
READ MORE202 Main Street Suite 206, Port Jefferson, NY, 11777
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I live in port Jefferson and quite often need home services. The best service i can get is from At Home Harbor company which fully qualifies customer needs. Throughout the years I have learned to appreciate the high levels of service I am very very t..."
READ MORE656 Newark Ave., Jersey City, NJ, 07306
4.7
(4 reviews)
"The Handmaiden Services provided my mother and my father with excellent service. My mother passed away in February 2015. The Handmaiden Services also took care of my father after cancer surgery in 2015 until he recovered and was able to provide for h..."
READ MORE77 Lime Kiln Rd, Tuckahoe, NY, 10707
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I was so relieved to find out that I could get quality care in my own house. Got back on my feet in eight months. No telling what my recovery would have taken in the hospital or elsewhere. Thank You! ..."
READ MORE699 Acorn St, Deer Park, NY, 11729
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I needed care for my mother and contacted them. They were wonderful from the first conversation, staff was very professional. The cost was also the best compared to others I called ..."
READ MORE101 Theall Road, Rye, NY, 10583
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I had a wonderful experience with Osborn Home Care. We were able to interview several caregivers before deciding on care for my mother. They were very accommodating to our schedule and the nurses and home caregivers were very warm and personable. I..."
READ MORE33B Country Club Drive, Coram, NY, 11727
5.0
(1 reviews)
"When it was clear our 85 year old father needed support to continue to stay in his home, our research pointed us to Grace Senior Companion Care. We were very impressed with their compassion, caring and professional assessment process which ensured o..."
READ MORE256 Main Street, Northport, NY, 11768
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We got ACS Home Care LLC for my grandfather, and it's excellent. The caregiver is great, very conscientious, prompt, tidy, and courteous. I mean, I can't say enough. They help with house cleaning, personal care, and laundry. I'd like to see more hour..."
READ MORE1111 Oakfield dr, Brandon, FL, 33511
5.0
(1 reviews)
"It's been about two months now, and been pretty good. Adelphi have been very helpful to me and my wife. They help with my medicines. I could never tell which ones are for my blood pressure or which ones for cholesterol. They always help when they exp..."
READ MOREHome care in Suffolk County costs $5,148 a month, which is slightly less than the state average of $5,339 but more than the national average of $4,957. While many areas in the state have higher average costs, including New York City, Poughkeepsie and Rochester, prices to the east in Buffalo are slightly less.
Suffolk County
$5,148
New York
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
New York City Area
$5,529
Poughkeepsie Area
$5,339
Buffalo
$4,957
Rochester
$5,720
While the cost of monthly home care in Suffolk County is $5,148, costs for other types of senior care vary greatly in the area. The lowest-priced care is adult day health care, which costs $1,268 on average. The most expensive care is nursing home care. Home health care, which includes light medical services by certified professionals, such as wound care or assistance with insulin, costs over $400 more than home care, and assisted living care costs over $100 more.
Home Care
$5,148
Home Health Care
$5,577
Adult Day Care
$1,268
Assisted Living
$5,269
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$13,437
Note: Data for Suffolk County was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Albany, 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 Suffolk County:
Resource | Contact | Service | Address |
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Senior Resident Services | (631) 436-1892 | The Community Development Corporation of Long Island (CDCLI) is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of senior services at four different venues across the county. The aim of the services is to assist seniors to age in place and remain independent for as long as possible. Volunteers help seniors to apply for the Home Energy Assistance Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Housing Choice Voucher. Additionally, they help seniors fill out paperwork, pay bills and understand programs such as Medicare Part D. The centers also offer activities, including arts and crafts, movie screenings, fitness classes and wellness programs. | |
Catholic Charities of Long Island | (631) 789-5219 | The Catholic Charities of Long Island is a nonprofit organization that is funded by community donations and staffed by volunteers from the church. It serves hot meals at congregate sites two days a week for senior citizens in the area. There is no charge for the meals, and transport to the sites can be arranged. In addition, the organization runs a Meals on Wheels program that delivers warm or frozen meals to seniors in the area on a daily or weekly basis. Seniors need to be homebound to qualify for the program, and a small donation is requested for the meals. Case managers can assist seniors in applying for other programs that they may qualify for. | 143 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701 |
The Weatherization Assistance Program | (631) 471-1215 Ext 155 | The Weatherization Assistance Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This free program assists low-income households to reduce their energy costs. Priority is given to the elderly and disabled residents. An energy audit is conducted on the property to determine what cost-effective measures could be installed to reduce energy usage. Some of the services offered include attic insulation, weather stripping, and repairing or replacing water heaters. |
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.
Reviews of Care Providers Nearby
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jcarey
5.0
Review of Right at Home South Shore Long Island
Jeanine was extremely helpful setting everything up to help my mom around the house while i am at work. the home aids i met are all very professional and kind to my mom. The office is always...
Provider response
We are grateful for your review and it's our honor to take care of your mother. Thank you!
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Danielle F_1
5.0
Review of Home Helpers Home Care of Huntington - NY
It has to be perfect, and nothing is ever perfect. I have already recommended them.
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Janice
5.0
Review of SeniorCare Companions, Inc.
We started using Senior Care a little over a year ago when my mother came back to the assisted living home from the hospital. They have been able to accommodate our needs from first a 2-week short...