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The 10 Best Home Care Agencies for Seniors in Burlington, NC for 2024

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Paying for Home Care in Burlington, NC

The Cost of Home Care in Burlington, NC

The cost of home care can vary based on location. In Burlington, the average monthly cost for home care is $4,576.  This is higher than the state average of $4,385 but lower than the national average of $4,957. Care is pricier in Durham and Raleigh, where a month of home care averages $4,767 and $4,957, respectively. Lower costs can be found in Greensboro, where prices drop to $4,195, and in Winston, where fees fall further to $3,909 per month.

Burlington

$4,576

North Carolina

$4,385

United States

$4,957

Greensboro

$4,195

Durham

$4,767

Raleigh

$4,957

Winston

$3,909

The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Burlington, NC

If home care isn’t the right choice, seniors have other options available. Both home care and home health care average $4,576 despite the additional skilled medical services provided by a home health care agency. Seniors may opt for assisted living if they want access to care around the clock at a lower price, with monthly costs averaging $1,250 less than home care. Those looking for daytime assistance while a primary caregiver works will find adult day health care more affordable, averaging just $1,322 monthly. On the other hand, seniors requiring skilled nursing or around-the-clock medical supervision may benefit from nursing home care, which is the most expensive option, with semiprivate rooms averaging $7,604 per month.

Home Care

$4,576

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,322

Assisted Living Facility

$3,325

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,604

Financial Assistance for Home Care in Burlington, NC

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.

  • Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-term care insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
  • Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
  • Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
  • Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.

Free & Low-Cost Home Care Resources in Burlington, NC

Seniors who age in place may find themselves facing expensive issues, such as home repairs or modifications. Older adults in need of assistance have access to several resources in Burlington that can help them to manage expenses. These can include Meals on Wheels and resources that help with accessibility modifications. In order to seek assistance, please contact the programs listed below directly using the contact information provided.

ResourceContactService
Weatherization Assistance Program(336) 904-0338Piedmont Triad Regional Council runs the Weatherization Assistance Program in Alamance County. It can assist homeowners with minor upgrades and repairs to their homes to improve energy efficiency. These may include testing for gas leaks, repairing or replacing heating equipment, sealing air infiltration sites and insulating attics, floors and walls.
Meals on Wheels(336) 228-8815Homebound seniors who can't make their own meals can receive daily meals from Meals on Wheels. These are delivered to adults aged 60 or older who cannot drive or prepare meals and have less than 20 hours of in-home aid per week.
Residential Rehabilitation Program(336) 222-5070The Residential Rehabilitation program provides grants to help low-income homeowners rehabilitate their homes. This includes repairing bathrooms and roofs and making homes more accessible. Other covered repairs include weatherization and energy-efficient upgrades, electrical work and chimney repairs.
Elderly/Disabled Property Tax Relief

(336) 228-1312Also known as a homestead exemption, this tax relief program allows low-income seniors 65 or older or those who are permanently disabled to exclude either $25,000 or up to 50% of the appraised value of their primary residence. This can reduce their overall property tax liability.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program(336) 570-6532LIEAP provides a one-time payment to help low-income households cover their heating bills in winter. Seniors and people with disabilities receive priority assistance during the month of December. To qualify, households must meet an income test and have reserves at or below $2,250.
Family Caregiver Support Program(336) 223-8099FCSP provides resources to unpaid family caregivers. This includes monthly educational programs and supplemental support. The program can also provide up to 20 hours of respite care every 90 days to prevent caregiver burnout.

Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care

Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes 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.

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Checklist for determining the need for in-home care
Checklist for determining the need for in-home care

Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care

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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Talking with Family and Others about a loved one's needs
Talking with Family and Others about a loved one's needs

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Reviews of Care Providers Nearby

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Melody

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Griswold Home Care - Burlington, NC

We're using Griswold Home Care - Burlington, NC. From the beginning, the communication and the information that was given was very thorough. The representatives from Griswold were very informative...

Provider response

Melody, Thank you so much for the feedback on the services you have been receiving. I am so glad to hear that your experience with Griswold Home Care has been a positive one. We appreciate so...

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Jodi

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Always Best Care of Burlington

I've had Always Best Care of Burlington probably for one and a half months now. I had them before we moved. My husband had the same girl twice and then he had another girl and he said some...

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Robert

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Home Instead - Burlington, NC

We have been using Home Instead - Burlington, NC for a few months now. It's been well. We have some good people that come and it's been a really good companionship. They do a little bit of...

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