Right at Home Brooklyn
355 Ovington Ave, Ste 103, Brooklyn, NY, 11209
4.5
(137 reviews)
"Their caregivers are attentive and very professional. The staff is very responsive and caring. I would definitely recomend them. ..."
READ MOREAccording to Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report, Brooklyn ranks 14th out of 302 cities rated nationwide and the best in New York State. Brooklyn appeals to seniors who value its dense, urban feel, wealth of restaurants, coffee shops, parks and diverse population. The average monthly fee for home care in Brooklyn is $5,529, which is more affordable than home health care as the latter provides light medical services in addition to personal care. The quality of medical care in Brooklyn is very high due to the multitude of high-respected facilities in the area, such as NYU Langone Hospital and Mount Sinai Brooklyn.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Brooklyn 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.
355 Ovington Ave, Ste 103, Brooklyn, NY, 11209
4.5
(137 reviews)
"Their caregivers are attentive and very professional. The staff is very responsive and caring. I would definitely recomend them. ..."
READ MORE733 Third Ave, Floor 16, New York, NY, 10017
4.6
(73 reviews)
" Touching Hearts has provided our family peace of mind. We know that everyday our dad is getting the care he needs and that our mom is receiving the support she deserves. Overall, the caregivers have been so helpful and caring. Can't imagine what we..."
READ MORE261 W 35th St, Suite 405 , New York, NY, 10001
4.5
(69 reviews)
"Very responsive and understanding. Reliable and dependable and easy to communicate with. We had a negative experience with another company, so we REALLY appreciate them even more!..."
READ MORE1664 East 14th Street, 2nd Fl, Brooklyn, NY, 11229
4.9
(17 reviews)
"We are currently receiving service from this Agency. We are delighted with the ongoing support that we get from the dedicated and professional team. We would like to say thank you to each and every one that works for this Agency and highly recommend..."
READ MORE68 old farm road, Fairfield, CT, 06824
5.0
(11 reviews)
"We were referred to Love and Care by the case worker. They have been taking care of my dad since 2021 and we are extremely happy. Our live in caregiver is Very intelligent, caring, flexible professional! ..."
READ MORE172-02 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY, 11433
4.6
(13 reviews)
"Gentle Hands literally saved my life when it came down to assisting both of my elderly parents. My mom has dementia and my dad is 97 years old. They have worked above and beyond the call of duty to assist me and my family. The staff that runs this ag..."
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1414 Utica Ave, Brooklyn,, Brooklyn, NY, 11203
5.0
(3 reviews)
"It is a very professional well coordinated company who takes personal and loving care of its patients according to my personal experience with All Bourough and its staff. Thank you for providing that care and assistance in my recovery from surger..."
READ MORE2350 Ocean Ave, Lower Level, Brooklyn, NY, 11229
4.7
(6 reviews)
"ALWAYS ON TIME V ERY KIND HELPING ME WITH WHAT I CAN NO LONGER DO MYSELF ..."
READ MORE2769 Coney Island Avenue, 2nd Floor , Brooklyn, NY, 11235
5.0
(2 reviews)
"GalaxyHome Care is helping my in-laws right now. They have been very professional and their caregivers are compassionate and well trained. Highly recommended. ..."
READ MORE67-12 Yellowstone Blvd, Suite A6, Forest Hills, NY, 11375
4.4
(7 reviews)
"At the height of the COVID pandemic in New York City, our 94 year old Aunt's caregiver unexpectedly passed away. We contacted Home Instead of Forest Hills and they were there for us immediately and without hesitation. The care they provided our Aun..."
READ MORE344 Deer Park Ave, Babylon, NY, 11702
5.0
(1 reviews)
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I receive care for my great aunt Lisa through A Gentle Touch. I am so glad I decided on using their services. First off, my first interactions to set up care were with Hannah, and I could not have been more pleased with her knowle..."
READ MORE3838 Flatlands Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11234
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Elite Home Care is wonderful. The staff is great. If I have any questions or whatever, they promptly answered. They're absolutely professional and prompt. We have an aide three days a week for my dad. She takes care of my dad, gives him his three mea..."
READ MORE3020 Avenue L , Brooklyn, NY, 11210
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The care giver provided was very attentive and pay attention to the needs of my mother. Sherry and Sabrina shows plenty of concerns and they're very intuitive. They've been a great help to providing the care that's needed for my mom..."
READ MORE392 Albany Ave, Kingston, NY, 12401
4.0
(6 reviews)
"We are former clients of Genessa Home Care. My brother, and I could not be happier with the services provided by Genessa. After our father died we were in a very difficult situation, trying to care for a mother, but Genessa was very accommodating to ..."
READ MORE56 West 45th Street, Suite 1404, New York, NY, 10036
"By stressing the ability to meet a wide spectrum of individual needs, the personalized service offered by this company is further augmented...."
READ MORE1318 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11219
" At Moskowitz Legal Group we protect the interest of our clients while preserving family harmony. We specialize in the areas of Elder Law ..."
READ MORE140 E Ridgewood Ave Suite 415 , Paramus, NJ, 07652
"Sterling Caregivers is a home health aides administer health care and support to the elderly, ill or people with disabilities. We often work..."
READ MORE71 W 23rd St , 2nd floor, New York, NY, 10010
4.2
(100 reviews)
"We’ve used Hometeam for over a month now. They’re very good. My mom is happy with them, and they help her no less. We have them there for 24 hours a day. She’s gaining strength, and they want to try to cut down the number of hours. They’re very frien..."
READ MORE252 West 37th Street, New York, NY, 10018
4.7
(74 reviews)
"Unfortunately we didn't know what we didn't know before needing homecare. Our first experience with another company left us with a lot of questions and frustrations. When we switched to Alliance it was a night and day difference. They think of everyt..."
READ MORE26 Broadway, Suite 844, New York, NY, 10004
4.7
(29 reviews)
"We are currently using BrightStar to care for our friend, an elderly woman, who has moderate dementia. We began with 8 hours / day for the aides to come to the apartment, but as the dementia progressed, we have enlisted BrightStar for 24/7 care. The..."
READ MOREThe results of the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reveal that Brooklyn’s seniors typically pay an additional $190 per month for home care compared to the state average of $5,339, and $572 when set against the national median of $4,957. However, Brooklyn isn’t New York’s costliest location, as many cities upstate are less affordable, such as Ithaca, at $6,101. Closer to Brooklyn, Kingston’s seniors typically pay $5,148 for home care, while in Poughkeepsie, costs rise to $5,339, although they’re still more affordable than Brooklyn’s.
Brooklyn
$5,529
New York
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
Poughkeepsie
$5,339
Kingston
$5,148
Ithaca
$6,100
Austin
$5,196
In Brooklyn, home care costs an average of $5,529, while home health care, which focuses on medical care, typically costs an additional $200 per month. Adult daycare centers are more affordable, at $1,950, while assisted living facilities are in the same ballpark as home care agencies, at $5,750. The costliest type of senior care is within nursing homes, which typically charge $12,471 per month for a semiprivate room.
Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,729
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$5,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Note: Data for Brooklyn was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York City, 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.
Although living at home is normally the preference of most seniors, it can sometimes present challenges. Fortunately, there are many agencies and organizations that make aging in place affordable, comfortable and safe for Brooklyn’s older citizens.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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NYC Department for the Aging | (212) 244-6469 | The NYC Department of Aging manages multiple resources to support Brooklyn's seniors. They include food assistance programs that can help older citizens get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients vital to their health. The department's medicare specialists can help adults aged 64 and older determine the most appropriate and affordable plans for their long-term health care needs. Additionally, the financial section can discuss burial cost options. |
Weatherization Assistance Program | (518) 474-5700 | The Weatherization Assistance Program aims to help seniors on low incomes reduce their energy costs and make their homes safer by paying for home improvements that help them use energy more efficiently. It's available to homeowners and renters, although the latter will need the owner's authorization before works can begin. Works can include sealing points of air leakage/intrusion, insulating attics and walls, repairing or replacing doors and windows and fixing underperforming heating systems. |
Senior Citizen Homeowners' Exemption | 311 | Homeowners aged 65 and older with incomes not exceeding its guidelines can apply for the Senior Citizen Homeowners' Exemption. It can lessen tax burdens by reducing the taxable value of their homes. The reduction in the assessed value is determined by the total household income and ranges from 5-50%. The applicant's location per the area's school district also factors into the assessment. Seniors can only apply for one property only and it must be their primary residence. |
Home Energy Assistance Program | (212) 331-3126 | The program helps renters and homeowners with qualifying low incomes pay their heating and utility bills. The program also provides immediate help in emergencies, such as a disconnect notice from a vital utility such as electricity. Some seniors automatically qualify for assistance, such as SSI recipients living alone. The Utility Assistance Program is similar, although its purpose is to help seniors in neglected or unsafe homes. Some recipients may also be eligible for a cash grant. |
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.