68 Home Care Services for Seniors Serving Alameda, CA
The island city of Alameda offers seniors coastline views, lovely weather and convenient proximity to the Bay Area’s major cities. Alameda’s population of 77,624 is much smaller than that of its neighbors San Francisco (881,549) or Oakland (433,031), and about 15.7% of Alameda’s residents are 65 years of age or older. The weather in this area is ideal for retirees who enjoy a cool, moderate climate; average temperatures stay within a narrow band of 48 degrees to 65 degrees all year.
The Bay Area is one of America’s most expensive regions in which to live, which is reflected in Alameda’s very high prices for homemaker services and home health aide services. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, each of those services costs $6,101 per month in Alameda. That represents an over-$1,500 jump from prices elsewhere in the nation, where homemaker services average $4,481 a month and home health aide services average $4,576.
Note: Home care cost data wasn’t available for Alameda, so data for the closest city, San Francisco, was used.
At Caring.com, we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Alameda area – complete with types of care provided, services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled a list of resources to help seniors and their families access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
Directory of Home Care Services in Alameda, CA
Kindred at Home – Personal Home Care Assistance – Pleasant Hill, CA
395 Taylor Boulevard, Suite 118, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
My caregiver is excellent
I live in an independent living facility, and Yolanda takes care of all of my needs.
Yolanda arrives on time every time. She washes my clothes twice weekly.
She never co
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My caregiver is excellent
I live in an independent living facility, and Yolanda takes care of all of my needs.
Yolanda arrives on time every time. She washes my clothes twice weekly.
She never complains, she brings my meals from the dining room. She works well with the other workers at the facility.
Lastly, I enjoy having intellectual conversations with Yolanda.
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My caregiver is excellent
I live in an independent living facility, and Yolanda takes care of all of my needs.
Yolanda arrives on time every time. She washes my clothes twice weekly.
She never co
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My caregiver is excellent
I live in an independent living facility, and Yolanda takes care of all of my needs.
Yolanda arrives on time every time. She washes my clothes twice weekly.
She never complains, she brings my meals from the dining room. She works well with the other workers at the facility.
Lastly, I enjoy having intellectual conversations with Yolanda.
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Right at Home Alameda County
3137 Castro Valley Boulevard, Suite 201, Castro Valley, CA, 94546
They took a personal interest in our needs.
They are always there when I call.
They took a personal interest in our needs.
They are always there when I call.
Best Home Care, Inc
26236 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94545
While I was out-of-state on a long planned vacation my mother experienced some life changing situation requiring around the clock home care. I contacted Best Home Care and I was very pleased with the
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While I was out-of-state on a long planned vacation my mother experienced some life changing situation requiring around the clock home care. I contacted Best Home Care and I was very pleased with the immediate temporary solution that Mike was able to provide. He quickly put together a group of very caring and supportive workers who professionally met the needs of my mother.. The only need that was not met was the inability of her providers to provide any transportation, although, they readily accompanied my mother to her doctors.
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While I was out-of-state on a long planned vacation my mother experienced some life changing situation requiring around the clock home care. I contacted Best Home Care and I was very pleased with the
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While I was out-of-state on a long planned vacation my mother experienced some life changing situation requiring around the clock home care. I contacted Best Home Care and I was very pleased with the immediate temporary solution that Mike was able to provide. He quickly put together a group of very caring and supportive workers who professionally met the needs of my mother.. The only need that was not met was the inability of her providers to provide any transportation, although, they readily accompanied my mother to her doctors.
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Kindred at Home – Personal Home Care Assistance – Campbell, CA
901 Campisi Way, Campbell, CA, 95008
We have been working with Kindred at Home for four years now. They’re very accommodating. The caregiver that we’ve had for the past two-and-a-half years, Carolina, is priceless. She has been more help
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We have been working with Kindred at Home for four years now. They’re very accommodating. The caregiver that we’ve had for the past two-and-a-half years, Carolina, is priceless. She has been more helpful than we could ever ask for, and my mom just absolutely adores her. She’s like another daughter to her. We have one caregiver now. There are other caregivers available to us if Carolina can’t make it and we needed someone else. We have just been with Carolina for the last two-and-a-half years. It’s more comfortable for my mom to just have Carolina. She helps with everything, cleaning, cooking, and laundry. My mom is a fall risk. She is impaired, a little weak and becomes dizzy sometimes, and is arthritic and so forth. She is using a walker, so Carolina is here just to make sure that she doesn’t fall. She helps her with physical therapy, she takes her outside for walks, and she helps her bathe, basically just everything that we need.
For the entire four years that we’ve been using Kindred, if all of our caregivers were Carolina, they would get a six out of five. We had a few issues in the very beginning with caregivers that were late or wouldn’t show up. Carolina, however, has really set the bar. She’s really amazing and we’re super lucky to have her and very grateful to Kindred for introducing us to her.
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We have been working with Kindred at Home for four years now. They’re very accommodating. The caregiver that we’ve had for the past two-and-a-half years, Carolina, is priceless. She has been more help
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We have been working with Kindred at Home for four years now. They’re very accommodating. The caregiver that we’ve had for the past two-and-a-half years, Carolina, is priceless. She has been more helpful than we could ever ask for, and my mom just absolutely adores her. She’s like another daughter to her. We have one caregiver now. There are other caregivers available to us if Carolina can’t make it and we needed someone else. We have just been with Carolina for the last two-and-a-half years. It’s more comfortable for my mom to just have Carolina. She helps with everything, cleaning, cooking, and laundry. My mom is a fall risk. She is impaired, a little weak and becomes dizzy sometimes, and is arthritic and so forth. She is using a walker, so Carolina is here just to make sure that she doesn’t fall. She helps her with physical therapy, she takes her outside for walks, and she helps her bathe, basically just everything that we need.
For the entire four years that we’ve been using Kindred, if all of our caregivers were Carolina, they would get a six out of five. We had a few issues in the very beginning with caregivers that were late or wouldn’t show up. Carolina, however, has really set the bar. She’s really amazing and we’re super lucky to have her and very grateful to Kindred for introducing us to her.
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Home Instead – Oakland, CA
20255 Redwood Rd, Suite 900, Oakland, CA, 94612
We have used Home Instead to care for our elderly parents for over a year. Their Caretakers are excellent and a cot above others we’ve experienced. The support staff is very responsive and helpful.
We have used Home Instead to care for our elderly parents for over a year. Their Caretakers are excellent and a cot above others we’ve experienced. The support staff is very responsive and helpful.
Thrive Home Care
14895 E 14th Street , Suite 300, San Leandro, CA, 94578
I contacted thrive after my uncle had fallen and broke his hip 84 years old and in need of care for staying at home. The staff kept a notebook of his daily needs shower breakfast doing his laundry mak
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I contacted thrive after my uncle had fallen and broke his hip 84 years old and in need of care for staying at home. The staff kept a notebook of his daily needs shower breakfast doing his laundry making sure his meals were set up checking his blood sugar and making sure his pills were being taken. They showed up on time he had three different caregivers for six hours Seven days a week for the first month it was most unfortunate that it was expensive and that we just couldn’t have them care for him .the staff kept me informed of who is going to be showing up on which days and if there was any changes they notified me immediately I a greatly appreciate that because I am out of state from where my uncle was so much thanks to them and their staff. Sorry that we couldn’t keep going with your services due to expenses thank you
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I contacted thrive after my uncle had fallen and broke his hip 84 years old and in need of care for staying at home. The staff kept a notebook of his daily needs shower breakfast doing his laundry mak
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I contacted thrive after my uncle had fallen and broke his hip 84 years old and in need of care for staying at home. The staff kept a notebook of his daily needs shower breakfast doing his laundry making sure his meals were set up checking his blood sugar and making sure his pills were being taken. They showed up on time he had three different caregivers for six hours Seven days a week for the first month it was most unfortunate that it was expensive and that we just couldn’t have them care for him .the staff kept me informed of who is going to be showing up on which days and if there was any changes they notified me immediately I a greatly appreciate that because I am out of state from where my uncle was so much thanks to them and their staff. Sorry that we couldn’t keep going with your services due to expenses thank you
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Home Instead – Castro Valley, CA
20255 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA, 94546
My parents have been using Home Instead for several years now. Currently their care level is 24/7. My Mom’s primary caregiver from Home Instead has been excellent and my parents would not be able to r
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My parents have been using Home Instead for several years now. Currently their care level is 24/7. My Mom’s primary caregiver from Home Instead has been excellent and my parents would not be able to remain in their home without their caregivers. Overall the care is very good and they’ve been very diligent in maintaining my parents’ medical care needs. The office staff, particularly Ivy, have been very good at meeting our needs for sudden increases in care whenever there is a health incident. Both my parents are in their 90’s.
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My parents have been using Home Instead for several years now. Currently their care level is 24/7. My Mom’s primary caregiver from Home Instead has been excellent and my parents would not be able to r
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My parents have been using Home Instead for several years now. Currently their care level is 24/7. My Mom’s primary caregiver from Home Instead has been excellent and my parents would not be able to remain in their home without their caregivers. Overall the care is very good and they’ve been very diligent in maintaining my parents’ medical care needs. The office staff, particularly Ivy, have been very good at meeting our needs for sudden increases in care whenever there is a health incident. Both my parents are in their 90’s.
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Certified Care Solutions, LLC
37600 Central Ct. | Suite# 201, Newark, CA, 94560
Certified Care Solutions, LLC is an in-home care provider serving Newark, California and the surrounding area. Certified Care Solutions, LLC offers non-medical services in the home, such as meal prepa
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Certified Care Solutions, LLC is an in-home care provider serving Newark, California and the surrounding area. Certified Care Solutions, LLC offers non-medical services in the home, such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and transportation. Contact the provider for more details on home care services and rates.
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Certified Care Solutions, LLC is an in-home care provider serving Newark, California and the surrounding area. Certified Care Solutions, LLC offers non-medical services in the home, such as meal prepa
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Certified Care Solutions, LLC is an in-home care provider serving Newark, California and the surrounding area. Certified Care Solutions, LLC offers non-medical services in the home, such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and transportation. Contact the provider for more details on home care services and rates.
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ameriCARE San Francisco
120 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117
ameriCARE San Francisco is a family-owned and operated home care agency serving all the San Francisco Bay Area.
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We are a new kind of in-home care. We believe it’s time the senior home car
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ameriCARE San Francisco is a family-owned and operated home care agency serving all the San Francisco Bay Area.
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We are a new kind of in-home care. We believe it’s time the senior home care experience became more personalized, positive, and empowering. We offer home care assistance that is flexible and accommodating to your schedule.
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Personalized CARE Plans
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No contracts
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Flexible schedules with no minimums
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Our in-home care services leverage smart technology that not only improves our personalized care plans but also provides more transparency into our daily care in the home and our communication with the entire care circle.
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CARE Services:
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<li>Personal CARE </li>
<li>Respite CARE </li>
<li>Lifestyle Assistance </li>
<li>Run errands </li>
<li>Hospital sitting </li>
<li>Post-operative CARE </li>
<li>Transportation </li>
<li>Exercise & routine flexibility </li>
<li>Stay connected (technology assistance) </li>
<li>Dementia & Alzheimer’s </li>
<li>Stroke recovery</li>
<li>Parkinson’s </li>
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ameriCARE San Francisco believes that thoughtful, personalized care has the power to not only maintain but also enrich anyone’s quality of life.
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ameriCARE San Francisco is a family-owned and operated home care agency serving all the San Francisco Bay Area.
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We are a new kind of in-home care. We believe it’s time the senior home car
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ameriCARE San Francisco is a family-owned and operated home care agency serving all the San Francisco Bay Area.
<p></p>
We are a new kind of in-home care. We believe it’s time the senior home care experience became more personalized, positive, and empowering. We offer home care assistance that is flexible and accommodating to your schedule.
<p></p>
Personalized CARE Plans
<p></p>
No contracts
<p></p>
Flexible schedules with no minimums
<p></p>
Our in-home care services leverage smart technology that not only improves our personalized care plans but also provides more transparency into our daily care in the home and our communication with the entire care circle.
<p></p>
CARE Services:
<p></p>
<li>Personal CARE </li>
<li>Respite CARE </li>
<li>Lifestyle Assistance </li>
<li>Run errands </li>
<li>Hospital sitting </li>
<li>Post-operative CARE </li>
<li>Transportation </li>
<li>Exercise & routine flexibility </li>
<li>Stay connected (technology assistance) </li>
<li>Dementia & Alzheimer’s </li>
<li>Stroke recovery</li>
<li>Parkinson’s </li>
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ameriCARE San Francisco believes that thoughtful, personalized care has the power to not only maintain but also enrich anyone’s quality of life.
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Polaris Home Care
830 Stewart Dr # 214, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085
We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requ
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We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requests and matched us with a caregiver in less than a day. The caregiver even had great advice for us when we were looking for different treatments for his sore. We would highly recommend Polaris to anyone in need of a caregiver
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We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requ
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We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requests and matched us with a caregiver in less than a day. The caregiver even had great advice for us when we were looking for different treatments for his sore. We would highly recommend Polaris to anyone in need of a caregiver
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Qualicare Homecare – San Ramon, CA
2603 Camino Ramon Suite 200, San Ramon, CA, 94583
At Qualicare, we strive to improve the quality of life of our clients by providing best in class home care. We offer personal and companion care services, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, hospice and pa
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At Qualicare, we strive to improve the quality of life of our clients by providing best in class home care. We offer personal and companion care services, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, hospice and palliative support, and family care coordination. We approach care from a holistic viewpoint. One that puts care in the hands of our experienced local experts. We provide care and support for not just one person, but for the entire family.
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At Qualicare, we strive to improve the quality of life of our clients by providing best in class home care. We offer personal and companion care services, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, hospice and pa
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At Qualicare, we strive to improve the quality of life of our clients by providing best in class home care. We offer personal and companion care services, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, hospice and palliative support, and family care coordination. We approach care from a holistic viewpoint. One that puts care in the hands of our experienced local experts. We provide care and support for not just one person, but for the entire family.
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From The Heart Home Care Inc
131A Stony Circle, Suite 425, Santa Rosa, CA, 95401
From the Heart Home Care is a locally owned and operated Homecare Referral Agency – serving the Greater Bay Area since 2002
From the Heart Home Care is a locally owned and operated Homecare Referral Agency – serving the Greater Bay Area since 2002
Marlee Home Care Services,INC
3739 Balboa St #1170, San Francisco, CA, 94121
Marlee Home Care Services,INC is a provider of care inside our clients homes, we’re an excellent alternative to assisted living and nursing care facilities. Our in-home caregivers are alert and atte
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Marlee Home Care Services,INC is a provider of care inside our clients homes, we’re an excellent alternative to assisted living and nursing care facilities. Our in-home caregivers are alert and attentive to provide the care needed for your loved ones while keeping them safe and comfortable in their own homes. Our in-home caregivers are expertly trained in care for seniors to help maintain their dignity, individuality, quality of life, everyday routine, and engage them in activities that will stimulate them mentally, physically, and emotionally.
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Marlee Home Care Services,INC is a provider of care inside our clients homes, we’re an excellent alternative to assisted living and nursing care facilities. Our in-home caregivers are alert and atte
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Marlee Home Care Services,INC is a provider of care inside our clients homes, we’re an excellent alternative to assisted living and nursing care facilities. Our in-home caregivers are alert and attentive to provide the care needed for your loved ones while keeping them safe and comfortable in their own homes. Our in-home caregivers are expertly trained in care for seniors to help maintain their dignity, individuality, quality of life, everyday routine, and engage them in activities that will stimulate them mentally, physically, and emotionally.
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Honor – In Home Senior Care San Francisco
835 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particular
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My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particularly willing or able to engage with my husband. That worked OK when I was working away from home, but when I was working in the home, I found it distressing. There was somebody there with him, but it wasn’t really what I wanted to have done. There were others who were superb at getting him laughing, getting him out walking with them, and engaging with him over meals. One of the reasons I stopped Honor was, in the time of COVID, it seemed as though I had to choose between something that was stable, so that I wasn’t introduced to a new caregiver three or four times a week, or the quality care that I appreciated so much.
I would recommend Honor Home Care. The person I recommended it to has been extremely happy with it. There are a couple of things about Honor’s system that are fantastic. A couple of times a caregiver became ill or a family crisis emerged and they had to leave, and Honor got another caregiver there immediately before the person left. If a caregiver couldn’t come in, they always had a substitute. I got a report every day on how the interaction had gone. I’d give them five-stars even though I was unhappy with them at the end because the COVID has made everything so difficult. That’s where the problem really emerged, and they didn’t have any control over that. Before COVID, it was definitely five-stars, and I’ll leave it there.
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My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particular
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My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particularly willing or able to engage with my husband. That worked OK when I was working away from home, but when I was working in the home, I found it distressing. There was somebody there with him, but it wasn’t really what I wanted to have done. There were others who were superb at getting him laughing, getting him out walking with them, and engaging with him over meals. One of the reasons I stopped Honor was, in the time of COVID, it seemed as though I had to choose between something that was stable, so that I wasn’t introduced to a new caregiver three or four times a week, or the quality care that I appreciated so much.
I would recommend Honor Home Care. The person I recommended it to has been extremely happy with it. There are a couple of things about Honor’s system that are fantastic. A couple of times a caregiver became ill or a family crisis emerged and they had to leave, and Honor got another caregiver there immediately before the person left. If a caregiver couldn’t come in, they always had a substitute. I got a report every day on how the interaction had gone. I’d give them five-stars even though I was unhappy with them at the end because the COVID has made everything so difficult. That’s where the problem really emerged, and they didn’t have any control over that. Before COVID, it was definitely five-stars, and I’ll leave it there.
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Divine Home Care
400 Estudillo Ave., Suite 100, San Leandro, CA, 94577
Our overall experience was great. The people are great. They handle their duties in a professional manner. They’re also on time. I couldn’t ask for anything more. We had one experience with the night
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Our overall experience was great. The people are great. They handle their duties in a professional manner. They’re also on time. I couldn’t ask for anything more. We had one experience with the night time nurse, but other than that our experience was really good and it continuous to be good right now. They provide my first cousin with light housekeeping and nursing during the day as well as night time relieve. They help dress the patient, change diapers and prepare light meals. Everything is super about it. I’d like people to hear about my review because if you’re looking for an in home care agency to take care of your loved one, you can’t find one much better than Divine Home Care.
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Our overall experience was great. The people are great. They handle their duties in a professional manner. They’re also on time. I couldn’t ask for anything more. We had one experience with the night
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Our overall experience was great. The people are great. They handle their duties in a professional manner. They’re also on time. I couldn’t ask for anything more. We had one experience with the night time nurse, but other than that our experience was really good and it continuous to be good right now. They provide my first cousin with light housekeeping and nursing during the day as well as night time relieve. They help dress the patient, change diapers and prepare light meals. Everything is super about it. I’d like people to hear about my review because if you’re looking for an in home care agency to take care of your loved one, you can’t find one much better than Divine Home Care.
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A Step Above Caregiving, LLC
3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
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 fal
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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 snacks according to what her blood sugar is. They do light houskeeping, like they pick up any soiled diapers and do laundry. The caregivers are really good. We like both of them that come right now. Their scheduling and billing is good. Shelly is the owner and she’s great. She’s really good to communicate with and really helpful.
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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 fal
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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 snacks according to what her blood sugar is. They do light houskeeping, like they pick up any soiled diapers and do laundry. The caregivers are really good. We like both of them that come right now. Their scheduling and billing is good. Shelly is the owner and she’s great. She’s really good to communicate with and really helpful.
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Senior Helpers of Contra Costa and Alameda
1550 Viader Drive, Moraga, CA, 94556
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 hus
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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 February of this year.
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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 hus
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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 February of this year.
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FirstLight HomeCare – Walnut Creek Pleasant Hill
2910 Camino Diablo, Suite 140, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597
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
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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.
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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
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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.
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ACTIKARE of Fremont In-Home Caregivers
32999 Lake Wawasee St., Fremont, CA, 94555
<p>All caregivers did their jobs in a professional manner and I found nothing lacking. I would recommend this service to anyone.</p>
<p>All caregivers did their jobs in a professional manner and I found nothing lacking. I would recommend this service to anyone.</p>
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Alameda Home Care Resources
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Alameda:
Mastick Senior Center
Address: 1155 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Phone number: (510) 747-7500
This city-run senior center is staffed by more than 200 volunteers and runs a bevy of senior-related services that include volunteer companion programs, transportation assistance, housing rehab initiatives that can help seniors make their homes safer and less expensive, and help with utility bills. Membership is free and open to adults 50 years of age or older.
Adult Protective Services
Address: 6955 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94605
Phone number: (510) 577-3500
APS investigates reports of elder abuse and neglect in Alameda County, which may include physical, psychological or financial mistreatment. There are no income requirements to make use of the service. While reports of potential abuse may be made anonymously and by third parties, APS services are contingent on the senior’s consent, which may be revoked at any time.
In-Home Supportive Services
Address: 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544
Phone number: (510) 670-6000
This program is administered by Alameda County Social Services and supports seniors who need a little extra help around the home to delay or avoid the need for an assisted living or nursing home facility. Alameda seniors can contact IHSS to get help with preparing meals, doing laundry, going grocery shopping and performing similar basic tasks. Applicants must be qualified for full-scope Medi-Cal and show that they need help with performing activities of daily living.
Alameda County Community Food Bank
Address: 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA 94621
Phone number: (510) 635-3663
Working in conjunction with hundreds of food pantries, this nonprofit organization combats food insecurity in the Bay Area. The ACCFB runs an emergency food helpline that can help callers receive groceries or a hot meal within 12 to 24 hours.
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.
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.
