Seniors Helping Seniors Vermont
582 Blissville rd , Castleton, VT, 05735
"Seniors Helping Seniors Vermont provides services to Senior citizens in Central and Southern Vermont. Focusing on companionship, light chore..."
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582 Blissville rd , Castleton, VT, 05735
"Seniors Helping Seniors Vermont provides services to Senior citizens in Central and Southern Vermont. Focusing on companionship, light chore..."
READ MORE1550 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT, 05403
4.5
(9 reviews)
"I live in Costa Rica and my parents are in Vermont. I am writing this review on all three of their pages as I am not sure which one is accurate. I am so grateful for the help and support provided by TLC HomeCare during my Mom''s trip to the ER on..."
READ MORE403 Winchester St., Keene, NH, 03431
"Home health care services from Interim allow individuals to stay safe, independent, and engaged while remaining in their own homes. We offe..."
READ MORE14 S Main St #4136, Rutland, VT, 05701
76 Northeastern Blvd., Suite 33A, Nashua, NH, 03062
"Home health care services from Interim allow individuals to stay safe, independent, and engaged while remaining in their own homes. We offe..."
READ MORE7 Albert Cree Drive , Rutland, VT, 05701
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According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, home care agencies in Rutland charge $5,863 per month for services. This is a little higher than the state norm of $5,720 and about $900 over the national average. Rates in Burlington are about $140 less than in Rutland, and across state lines in Pittsfield, MA, seniors pay $5,625. Agencies in Bridgeport, CT, charge $5,339 per month for full-time care, and in Albany, NY, rates are about $700 less than Rutland’s average.
Rutland
$5,863
Vermont
$5,720
The United States
$4,957
Burlington
$5,720
Pittsfield, MA
$5,625
Bridgeport, CT
$5,339
Albany, NY
$5,148
Nonmedical home care in Rutland costs approximately $5,863 per month, and seniors who need skilled services pay slightly higher rates of $6,006 for home health care. This is significantly higher than the cost of assisted living, which averages $4,250 for a similar scope of services in a residential setting. Adult day health care may be an economical alternative to home care for those who want to live at home, with rates coming in at $2,427. However, home care costs less than half as much as nursing home care, which starts at $12,019.
Home Care
$5,836
Home Health Care
$6,006
Adult Day Care
$2,427
Assisted Living
$4,250
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$12,019
Note: Data for Rutland was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Glens Falls, NY, 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.
Rutland seniors who want to remain independent in their homes for as long as possible have access to several supportive agencies and programs. Through the following resources, seniors may be able to find money-saving programs that help lower expenses, social and recreational opportunities that prevent boredom and isolation, and subsidized care services that reduce their reliance on private-pay home care.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Godnick Adult Center | (802) 773-1853 | The Godnick Adult Center is an active senior center that hosts a range of activities such as dance classes, seated exercise programs, balance classes and yoga, helping seniors maintain as much independence and mobility as possible. The center also has a daily congregate meal program, which is available by reservation. |
Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging | (800) 642-5119 | Through the Council on Aging, seniors can speak with information specialists who provide recommendations and referrals for local services such as volunteer-based transportation, friendly visitor programs and home-delivered and congregate meals. The council also has resources for family caregivers, including educational classes, homemaking support and the state’s respite grant. |
BROC Community Action | (802) 775-0878 | BROC Community Action administers the Federal Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides qualified individuals with free Cricket smartphones and cell phone service, helping those who live alone to prevent isolation. It also has a weatherization program and utility assistance programs to help seniors maintain a safe and comfortable environment. |
Meals on Wheels | (802) 775-0133 | Meals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals to Rutland seniors who may otherwise be unable to obtain healthy meals. Along with meals, the program provides case management and information and assistance to connect seniors with other community-based programs that help them stay independent at home. |
Vermont 211 | 2-1-1 | Vermont 211 is a free information and referral service available to everyone in the state. Seniors can either browse the website for local services or call the toll-free number to speak with an information specialist who provides one-on-one assistance with finding transportation services, nutritional support and recreational activities. |
Office of Veterans Affairs | (888) 666-9844 | The state’s Office of Veterans Affairs provides over-the-phone assistance with applying for veterans’ benefits that may help cover in-home care, including the VA home care program and Aid and Attendance. It can also help qualified individuals access state veterans’ programs such as emergency financial assistance, home modifications and survivors’ benefits. |
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.
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.