In-Home Care Services in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

We found 48 in-home care agencies near Norfolk County, MA. Read reviews, check ratings and pricing, get contact information, and learn about non-medical services offered by browsing the Norfolk County home care providers listed below.

48 Norfolk County, Massachusetts, In-Home Care Services
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  1.  34271
    4.0
    Visiting Angels of the South Shore
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "My 87 yo mother , who lives with me, recently fell and fractured her wrist. As a result, I was un..." more

  2.  45927
    5.0
    Visiting Angels - North Attleboro
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "As a long-distance caregiver, I went online to see what was in the area where my aunt lived. ..." more

  3.  57352
    0.0
    Senior Helpers
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    " Senior Helpers is a national leader in professional, in-home assistance services. We provide d..." more

  4.  27462
    0.0
    Right at Home Boston Metro West
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation...." more

  5.  28590
    5.0
    Right at Home Eastern Worcester County
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Right At Home has been part of our family since 2009. They began assisting my father as he recov..." more

  6.  28356
    4.7
    Right at Home South Shore
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Right at Home helped my family and I trough the many stages of elderly care. From just needing an..." more

  7.  49105
    0.0
    Northriver Home Care
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "North River Home Care in Norwell, Massachusetts, is the perfect solution for seniors and others..." more

  8.  56713
    5.0
    Minute Women In-Home Care
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Locally owned + family run. Very responsive service from office staff. Excellent caregivers. The ..." more

  9.  73707
    0.0
    Medex Healthcare
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    " Medex Healthcare, inc. is owned and operated by a registered nurse with 20+ years of experienc..." more

  10.  46047
    0.0
    Stay at Home - Walpole, MA
    Walpole, MA 02081
    "As we age, the desire to stay at home becomes increasingly important. After all, home is wher..." more

  11.  26101
    4.5
    Home Instead Senior Care - Attleboro, MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "My care giver is always dependable. She accomplishes all of her tasks on every visit. ..." more

  12.  29055
    4.0
    Homewatch CareGivers Serving Boston W...
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "I was referred to Caregivers by my neurologist because, due to Parkinson's Disease, I have troubl..." more

  13.  26653
    0.0
    Home Instead Senior Care - Boston, MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of personal care, companionship, meal prepar..." more

  14.  25381
    4.0
    Home Instead Senior Care - Norwell, MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "We hired Home Instead to come on a daily basis for my elderly parents. My mom had trouble walkin..." more

  15.  23341
    4.5
    Home Instead Senior Care - Northborou...
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "One of my colleague recommended Home Instead Senior Care. The first person they sent did not work..." more

  16.  23669
    5.0
    Home Instead Senior Care - Natick, MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Our (they are part of our family now) has been excellent and a pleasure to work with. They have h..." more

  17.  24861
    0.0
    Home Instead Senior Care - Waltham, MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of personal care, companionship, meal prepar..." more

  18.  27480
    4.5
    Right at Home Boston, Southwest
    Foxboro, MA 02035
    "My sister and I are very pleased with the services provided to our Dad by Right at Home, Foxboro...." more

  19.  48388
    0.0
    Greater Medford Visiting Nursing Asso...
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "GMVNA…Where Patient Care Is First! GMVNA, a non-profit, Medicare certified organization, h..." more

  20.  57121
    0.0
    Griswold Home Care
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Griswold Home Care "cares" about YOU. Our founder, Jean Griswold, began Griswold Home Care with..." more

  21.  32151
    2.0
    Hahn Home Health Care Inc.
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "I have not had a good experience with this provider. Personally, they ignored what I asked (and I..." more

  22.  53828
    0.0
    Extended Family - MA
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Founded by a Registered Nurse in 2004, Extended Family is an organization that provides support..." more

  23.  40078
    0.0
    Clark Care Inc.
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    " Clark Care, Inc., a private duty nursing registry established in 1988, is owned and operated ..." more

  24.  40470
    5.0
    Caring Companion Home Care
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "I would highly recommend Caring Companion for thoughtful, compassionate care of your loved one. ..." more

  25.  34480
    0.0
    Associated Home Care, Inc.
    Serving Norfolk County, Massachusetts
    "Celebrating 20 Years of Service, 1991-2011 Associated Home Care has consistently provided th..." more

CaringScore

Overview HealthScore: 8.7 CostScore: 2.1 LivabilityScore: 7.2
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CaringScore for Norfolk County, MA

CaringScore was designed to help millions of Americans find the best places to retire, age in place, or receive eldercare. The CaringScore for in-home care services in Norfolk was based on more than 50 factors in three key categories: health, cost, and livability. By compiling and analyzing this data, Caring.com is able to rate the quality of life you or a loved one might expect should you choose in-home care services in Norfolk.

CaringScore can range from 1 (worst) to 10 (best), and provides a quick way to compare cities, counties, and even specific zip codes. With a CaringScore of 6, Norfolk rates above average for those seeking in-home care services.

The charts below highlight a few of the factors we used to calculate the CaringScore for Norfolk. Choose a category score to learn more.

8.7
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HealthScore for Norfolk County, MA

HealthScore, a component of the overall CaringScore for in-home care services in Norfolk, rates a region on a scale of 1 (less healthful) to 10 (more healthful). It's specifically tailored to anyone looking for in-home care services. The HealthScore for Norfolk is based on the availability of healthcare resources, air and water quality, the overall health of the local population, and other key factors. With a HealthScore of 8.7, Norfolk rates above average for those seeking in-home care services.

Easy access to physicians -- especially geriatricians and other key specialists -- is important to older adults seeking in-home care services. At 414.4 physicians per capita, Norfolk scores 87.9 percent better than the national average. Norfolk scores 100.0 percent better than the national average in geriatricians per capita, with 2.6, and scores 97.9 percent better than the national average in specialists per capita, with 38.6. These medical specialists include cardiologists, oncologists, and orthopedists. The average life expectancy from birth in Norfolk is 80.5 years -- 3.3 percent higher than most of the country. The average life expectancy from birth in Norfolk is 80.5 years -- 3.3 percent higher than most of the country. and water quality -- another key measure of Norfolk's environmental health -- trails the national average by 36.4 percent.

Doctors Per Capita Norfolk County, MA Nat'l Avg
Physicians 414.4 220.5
Geriatricians 2.6 1.3
Cardiologists 15.8 7.7
Oncologists 9.1 3.5
Orthopedists 11.2 7
2.1
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CostScore for Norfolk County, MA

CostScore, part of the overall CaringScore for in-home care services in Norfolk, rates the cost of living for older adults on a scale of 1 (more expensive) to 10 (less expensive). It's specifically tailored to people looking for in-home care services. The CostScore for Norfolk is based on data such as the average monthly cost of in-home care services in the region, the cost of housing and healthcare, regional tax rates, and other key factors. With a CostScore of 2.1, the costs associated with in-home care services in Norfolk are generally more expensive than the national average.

The average monthly cost for in-home care services in Norfolk is $4,481 , which is 30.6 percent more expensive than the rest of the country. Overall, the cost of living for Norfolk indexes at 54.0 percent higher than the national average. Average healthcare costs are 24.0 percent more expensive than the national average, and the cost of housing is 121.0 percent more expensive than average.

Cost of Living Norfolk County, MA
Aggregate Index 154
Healthcare Index 124
Housing Index 221
Food Index 118
Utilities Index 147
Transportation Index 107
7.2
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LivabilityScore for Norfolk County, MA

LivabilityScore makes up part of the overall CaringScore for in-home care services in Norfolk. On a scale of 1 (less livable) to 10 (more livable), it's a rating of the quality of life in a region, specifically tailored to those looking for in-home care services. The LivabilityScore for Norfolk is based on weather, crime rates, economic factors, average age of the population, and other key demographics. With a LivabilityScore of 7.2, Norfolk rates above average for in-home care services.

Weather is an important factor in choosing the best place for in-home care services. The sun shines an average of 201 days each year in Norfolk, which is about average in the U.S. With an average temperature of 18°F in January, winters in Norfolk tend to be similar to other parts of the country, and summers are often more temperate than other places, averaging 83°F in July.

Local crime rates are another important indicator. The violent crime rate in Norfolk is 25.0 percent lower than the national average, and the property crime rate is 50.0 percent lower than average. At $82,882 per year, the population of Norfolk earns a better than average median household income. Norfolk has an unemployment rate of 6.80 percent, roughly 25.3 percent lower than the national average. And about 14.42 percent of the population in Norfolk is of retirement age -- 65 or older -- which matches the national average.

Amenities Per Capita Norfolk "Nat'l Avg"
Parks 3.4 136.1
Libraries 6.4 18.8
Places of Worship 48.4 220.5
Public Transit 292.8 110.4
Grocery Stores 97.8 97.7
Pharmacies 11.6 13.8

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