Gentiva Personal Care - Pleasant Hill, CA
395 Taylor Blvd #100, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
4.8
(48 reviews)
"My dad’s caregiver is very patient & nice. We really like her. And the staffs at GENTIVA are very friendly & helpful...."
READ MOREConcord, CA, is listed among the best places to retire according to Caring’s 2024 Senior Living Report. It’s more affordable (by East Bay’s standards), has a walkable downtown and the BART system brings Oakland and San Francisco to within 40 minutes. Violent crime is below the national average in Concord, and the climate is one of the most senior-friendly in the state. Per the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Concord’s seniors pay $6,864 per month for home care, based on 44 hours per week. Home care is a nonmedical service not to be confused with home health care, which is a medical service provided by licensed professionals. The Concord Medical Center, one of California’s top 20 hospitals, illustrates the high-quality medical care available.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Concord area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
395 Taylor Blvd #100, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
4.8
(48 reviews)
"My dad’s caregiver is very patient & nice. We really like her. And the staffs at GENTIVA are very friendly & helpful...."
READ MORE7567 Amador Valley Blvd., Suite 203, Dublin, CA, 94568
5.0
(22 reviews)
"We are very grateful for deciding to go with Care Plus Providers after researching many agencies, facilities and residential caregivers. We had 3 very competent caregivers who helped care for our father in different stages of his care needs. ..."
READ MORE26236 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94545
4.4
(19 reviews)
"We have used Best Home Care for a little over a year for my mother who has various joint and mobility issues. Mike and his staff make a very big effort in finding a good caregiver match. Mike has been available on weekends and evenings which we rea..."
READ MORE971 Via Veneto, San Ramon, CA, 94583
5.0
(11 reviews)
"The agency provided an outstanding home care aide (Kathy). She was always proactive in seeing what needed to be done and doing it with a smile. Including patient cleaning, feeding, physical therapy assistance, bed/wheelchair transfers, and medicatio..."
READ MORE1550 Viader Drive, Moraga, CA, 94556
4.7
(12 reviews)
"Someone I knew had had someone from Senior Helpers and recommended them to me. I needed someone right away because the caregiver I had left. The caregivers are excellent. They're very good with my husband and they do a good job. I used them since Feb..."
READ MORE2603 Camino Ramon Suite 200, San Ramon, CA, 94583
4.8
(6 reviews)
"We're using Qualicare Homecare - San Ramon, CA; they have been excellent. She helps with their shopping, cleaning, transportation, and just around the house. The caregivers have been excellent...."
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3050 Citrus Cir, Suite 201, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
5.0
(2 reviews)
"It has been effortless to get coverage for my father with Home Instead. The caregivers have been incredibly kind, attentive and caring. They treat my father as if he’s their own family member! ..."
READ MORE1170 Burnettt Avenue, Suite J, Concord, CA, 94520
"Senior Helpers of Concord California provides a comprehensive list of non-medical services that enables a client to remain independent in th..."
READ MORE5674 Stoneridge Drive,, Suite 108, Pleasanton, CA, 94588
"I'm Sandy Levine, the local owner of Senior Helpers, a nationwide leader in professional in-home assistance services with a strong passion f..."
READ MORE150 N Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
"We are a new Home Care Agency offering in home non-medical senior care! We are passionate about empowering seniors through quality care! The..."
READ MORE3474 Buskirk Avenue Suite C, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
"We can help those in need not only by providing quality care at great value, but also by answering questions, offering advice, suggesting re..."
READ MORE1600 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
"For nearly 20 years, TheKey—formerly Home Care Assistance—has delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of n..."
READ MORE1320 Willow Pass Road , Concord, CA, 94520
5.0
(8 reviews)
"My father who is 94yo, and has auto immune diseases that have left his half disabled was given two remarkable care takers by Prestige Home Care Agency. They are both very professional and sympathetic personalities who have helped him every day We rea..."
READ MORE5700 Stoneridge Mall Road Suite 330 , Pleasanton, CA, 94588
"Right at Home provides personalized in-home care and support for seniors and adults with disabilities. Our caregivers are trained to help wi..."
READ MORE1777 N California Blvd Ste 210, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
4.7
(46 reviews)
"We are very happy overall with the care and responsiveness we have received over the last few years; from bathing, feeding and companionship including coverage when we are away. They are kind, compassionate, friendly, and knowledgeable, on time and ..."
READ MORE1818 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
4.9
(14 reviews)
"We are using We Care Home Assistants for my mom. They offer her bathing, helping her get dressed, feeding her and cleaning. The caregivers are all very good, nice and sweet...."
READ MORE1196 Boulevard Way Ste. 15, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
5.0
(11 reviews)
"We hired Preferred Care. I spoke with Danny, who was very good. He seemed really concerned for his job and what he is going to do and he came through on all front. He didn’t have anybody at that particular time, but he did find somebody within the ce..."
READ MORE3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
5.0
(9 reviews)
"The caregivers from A Step Above Caregiving, LLC pretty much do what we ask them to do. We have caregivers over during the night and they give her showers, wash her hair, and make sure she doesn't fall. They also check her blood sugar and give her sn..."
READ MORE2910 Camino Diablo, Suite 140, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597
5.0
(7 reviews)
"Can't say enough about this company. On late notice they showed up to take care of my mom and dad. It was a Sunday evening that my mom got discharged and they were able to help us get great care from my parents. ..."
READ MOREThe 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reveals the average Concord senior pays $6,864 per month for home care. This doesn’t compare favorably with the state and national averages. The typical Californian saves $763 per month when compared to their equal in Concord, while the average American saves $1,907. However, Concord isn’t the costliest option in the region because San Jose’s average senior pays another $238. In reality, seniors choosing nearby alternatives to Concord are likely to save on costs. If they choose Napa, it’s $429 per month, in Vallejo, it’s $906, and in Stockton, it’s $1,382 less than Concord.
Concord
$6,864
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
San Jose
$7,102
Napa
$6,435
Stockton
$5,482
Vallejo
$5,958
Home care’s median fee of $6,864 is cheaper by $286 per month when compared with home health care. The gap is wider with nursing home care, at $4,702. But these are medical services by registered nurses and licensed therapists. Therefore, it’s more fitting to compare home care with nonmedical options. Assisted living is cheaper by $545 and with adult day care, it’s $4,914 less. However, the former requires congregate care and the latter, daily journeys to a center.
Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living
$6,319
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for Concord was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, 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.
Living at home is often the best option for seniors but it can present challenges that residents in institutions don’t face, such as home repairs and energy bills. The following table reveals nonprofit organizations that help Concord’s seniors for free or at a low cost if they’re in difficulty. For example, there’s free legal representation and freshly prepared meals delivered to the door.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Meals on Wheels Diablo Region | (925) 937-8311 | This nonprofit delivers to homebound seniors with no other means of getting fresh meals. Deliveries are Monday thru Friday, with extra deliveries on holidays and weekends when necessary. A registered dietician designs each meal to ensure seniors receive one-third of their daily dietary needs. Meals are free, although donations are welcome. |
Energy and Water Assistance | (925) 267-6624 | Contra Costa County administers programs to help low-income residents struggling with energy and water costs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) makes a one-time payment per year towards an applicant's gas or electricity bill. The Weatherization program covers costs to make homes more energy-efficient and repair appliances. |
Concord Vet Center | (925) 680-4526 | Free of charge, Concord Vet Center provides nonmedical counseling services to veterans and their families. It's open on weekdays during normal working hours. Counselors help people struggling with bereavement and PTSD. There's also a mental health care department for issues such as depression, anger management and grief. |
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services | (925) 609-7900 | Contra Costa Senior Legal Services provides free support to adults aged 60+. It helps in civil law matters only. Examples include being refused public benefits, facing a home eviction and being exploited because of age. It can also help with advanced health care directives and durable power of attorney. |
Home Repair Grants and Loans | (510) 803-3388 | Concord homeowners on low incomes can apply for a home repair grant or loan to cover repairs to their owner-occupied properties. Non-repayable grants of up to $15k can pay for emergency repairs or improve accessibility, such as wheelchair ramps. Low or no-interest loans can be up to $75k. |
Senior Property Tax Exemption | (925) 682-8000, Ext 4004 | Homeowners aged 65+ living within the Mt. Diablo Unified School District can apply for a property tax exemption on their primary residence. The exemption is to the $67 per year Measure A Mello-Roos tax. Exemptions are automatically applied every year, so seniors don't need to reapply after approval. |
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.