Popular vacation destination and wine country hub Santa Rosa, California, is listed as one of the best places in the country to retire in Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report. The area offers a lively arts and culture scene, plenty of natural beauty and upscale urban amenities such as the award-winning Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.
Retirees who decide to age in place in Santa Rosa can hire home care and home care services to help keep them comfortable and healthy. Home care involves household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, grocery shopping and other errands. Home care workers also help with nonmedical personal care such as bathing or showering, dressing and light grooming. Alternatively, home health care is provided by licensed health care workers such as occupational therapists or nurses and involves limited clinical services that can safely and effectively be performed in the home environment. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Santa Rosa residents pay an average of $6,292 in home care costs.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Santa Rosa– 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.
Directory of Home Care Services in Santa Rosa, CA
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
1221 Farmers Ln, Ste A , Santa Rosa, CA, 95405
I contacted Right at Home (Sonoma) to arrange for care for my brother who had been in the hospital for several months. They responded to my email immediately and actively listened as I described the s
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I contacted Right at Home (Sonoma) to arrange for care for my brother who had been in the hospital for several months. They responded to my email immediately and actively listened as I described the support I thought my brother would require. They matched us with a highly qualified caregiver who immediately clicked with my brother. The caregiver helped my brother with a variety of household chores, drove him to appointments and assisted him with shopping three days a week. This has been a tremendous help for not only my brother but also for the rest of our family as we know he has the support he needs and is happy with the trusting relationship they have developed. I would highly recommend Right at Home (Sonoma).
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I contacted Right at Home (Sonoma) to arrange for care for my brother who had been in the hospital for several months. They responded to my email immediately and actively listened as I described the s
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I contacted Right at Home (Sonoma) to arrange for care for my brother who had been in the hospital for several months. They responded to my email immediately and actively listened as I described the support I thought my brother would require. They matched us with a highly qualified caregiver who immediately clicked with my brother. The caregiver helped my brother with a variety of household chores, drove him to appointments and assisted him with shopping three days a week. This has been a tremendous help for not only my brother but also for the rest of our family as we know he has the support he needs and is happy with the trusting relationship they have developed. I would highly recommend Right at Home (Sonoma).
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703 2nd St. Suite 306, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404
Home Helpers of Santa Rosa is an in-home care provider serving all Sonoma County.
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Home Helpers, is a fully bonded and insured home care agency that can provide a full range of services from
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Home Helpers of Santa Rosa is an in-home care provider serving all Sonoma County.
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Home Helpers, is a fully bonded and insured home care agency that can provide a full range of services from companion, supervision, personal, respite, and hospice care for your loved one. Our caregivers can do light housekeeping, laundry, assist with bathing, dressing, exercises, medication reminding, grocery shopping, cooking and meal preparation, appointments, transportation and much more!
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Home Helpers – Caregiver Skills
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Our caregivers are mandated to go through a DOJ and FBI background check clearance to ensure criminal background clearance. All our employees do an on-boarding training, and annual training to keep up with the current health care policies and trainings. Our caregivers are COVID-19 trained to ensure we are taking the right precautions when providing home care services.
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Custom Care Plan
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The way our services work is we would set up a free consultation to make sure we are the right fit for your needs, then we would set up a in home consultation to do a walk through in the home, and free safety measure check. Once we have completed the in-home consultation, we would have our care plan in place and begin the caregiver search to make sure we are matching our client with a caregiver who is a perfect fit based on needs and personality.
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Home Helpers of Santa Rosa is an in-home care provider serving all Sonoma County.
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Home Helpers, is a fully bonded and insured home care agency that can provide a full range of services from
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Home Helpers of Santa Rosa is an in-home care provider serving all Sonoma County.
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Home Helpers, is a fully bonded and insured home care agency that can provide a full range of services from companion, supervision, personal, respite, and hospice care for your loved one. Our caregivers can do light housekeeping, laundry, assist with bathing, dressing, exercises, medication reminding, grocery shopping, cooking and meal preparation, appointments, transportation and much more!
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Home Helpers – Caregiver Skills
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Our caregivers are mandated to go through a DOJ and FBI background check clearance to ensure criminal background clearance. All our employees do an on-boarding training, and annual training to keep up with the current health care policies and trainings. Our caregivers are COVID-19 trained to ensure we are taking the right precautions when providing home care services.
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Custom Care Plan
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The way our services work is we would set up a free consultation to make sure we are the right fit for your needs, then we would set up a in home consultation to do a walk through in the home, and free safety measure check. Once we have completed the in-home consultation, we would have our care plan in place and begin the caregiver search to make sure we are matching our client with a caregiver who is a perfect fit based on needs and personality.
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6050 Commerce Blvd, Suite 107, Rohnert Park, CA, 94928
The agency did an excellent job matching up caregivers who were wonderful companions for my elderly mother. They screen and monitor their staff well, and the three caregivers were excellent. I appr
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The agency did an excellent job matching up caregivers who were wonderful companions for my elderly mother. They screen and monitor their staff well, and the three caregivers were excellent. I appreciated the agency’s efforts to make everyone’s schedule work. I recommend them highly because they are able to attract and retain such wonderful caregivers, and the office was good to work with. Communication with other family members worked very well with their online portal.
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The agency did an excellent job matching up caregivers who were wonderful companions for my elderly mother. They screen and monitor their staff well, and the three caregivers were excellent. I appr
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The agency did an excellent job matching up caregivers who were wonderful companions for my elderly mother. They screen and monitor their staff well, and the three caregivers were excellent. I appreciated the agency’s efforts to make everyone’s schedule work. I recommend them highly because they are able to attract and retain such wonderful caregivers, and the office was good to work with. Communication with other family members worked very well with their online portal.
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170 Farmers Lane, Suite 11, Santa Rosa, CA, 95405
Excellent, reliable and helpful caregivers!
Excellent, reliable and helpful caregivers!
3723 Haven Ave Suite 122, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company.
The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and
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Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company.
The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and warmth response. I can definitely highly recommend Love At Home Senior Care for your loved one.
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Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company.
The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and
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Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company.
The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and warmth response. I can definitely highly recommend Love At Home Senior Care for your loved one.
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136 Park St , San Rafael, CA, 94901
Little Bit of Help provides just the help you need, when you need it. We are the Bay Area’s custom-fit elder care provider. Our experienced team delivers personalized support to maximize independenc
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Little Bit of Help provides just the help you need, when you need it. We are the Bay Area’s custom-fit elder care provider. Our experienced team delivers personalized support to maximize independence for individuals and couples, including:
– personal care
– basic household assistance
– transportation
– schedule coordination
– hospice support
– whatever needs may be!
We look forward to delivering just the care you need.
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Little Bit of Help provides just the help you need, when you need it. We are the Bay Area’s custom-fit elder care provider. Our experienced team delivers personalized support to maximize independenc
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Little Bit of Help provides just the help you need, when you need it. We are the Bay Area’s custom-fit elder care provider. Our experienced team delivers personalized support to maximize independence for individuals and couples, including:
– personal care
– basic household assistance
– transportation
– schedule coordination
– hospice support
– whatever needs may be!
We look forward to delivering just the care you need.
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2257 Wayfield Way Suite D, San Jose, CA, 95122
Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trained home care workers have been thoroughly back ground check
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Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trained home care workers have been thoroughly back ground checked, they are licensed and bonded. Everyone have also been fully vaccinated.
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We cater to a variety of needs and from companionship, transportation services, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, hospice and many more. Give us a call for a free consultation.
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Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trained home care workers have been thoroughly back ground check
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Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trained home care workers have been thoroughly back ground checked, they are licensed and bonded. Everyone have also been fully vaccinated.
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We cater to a variety of needs and from companionship, transportation services, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, hospice and many more. Give us a call for a free consultation.
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10 Commercial Blvd, Suite 102, Novato, CA, 94949
They want to take care of me so they work things out and they do my housekeeping.
They call and let me know if someone can’t come so, the communication.
They want to take care of me so they work things out and they do my housekeeping.
They call and let me know if someone can’t come so, the communication.
1431 Oakland Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
They help me by doing everything that I want them to do.
I like that they are dependable. I never have any problems of any kind.
They help me by doing everything that I want them to do.
I like that they are dependable. I never have any problems of any kind.
3855 Montgomery Dr, Santa Rosa, CA, 95405
All caregivers are very good. They listen to me and always do as I ask. The office staff are personable and accommodating.
All caregivers are very good. They listen to me and always do as I ask. The office staff are personable and accommodating.
1818 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
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.
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.
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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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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6301 Montecito Blvd #22, Santa Rosa, CA, 95409
The caregiver is very compassionate and able to manage my husband. It takes a lot of stress off of me and gives me a chance to get out and do things that are good for me. It makes us both happier.
The caregiver is very compassionate and able to manage my husband. It takes a lot of stress off of me and gives me a chance to get out and do things that are good for me. It makes us both happier.
1968 S. Coast Hwy Ste 3995, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very r
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I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very reliable I don’t know what I would do with out these woman absolutely amazing!
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I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very r
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I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very reliable I don’t know what I would do with out these woman absolutely amazing!
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7665 Redwood Blvd, # 200, Novato, CA, 94945
I interviewed several agencies and At Home Caregivers were the best ones. They’re doing very well. We have three different caregivers during the week. We got a couple that we did not like and we’ve as
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I interviewed several agencies and At Home Caregivers were the best ones. They’re doing very well. We have three different caregivers during the week. We got a couple that we did not like and we’ve asked to replaced them and they have. So we’re happy with the ones that we have now. They’re doing a good job.
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I interviewed several agencies and At Home Caregivers were the best ones. They’re doing very well. We have three different caregivers during the week. We got a couple that we did not like and we’ve as
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I interviewed several agencies and At Home Caregivers were the best ones. They’re doing very well. We have three different caregivers during the week. We got a couple that we did not like and we’ve asked to replaced them and they have. So we’re happy with the ones that we have now. They’re doing a good job.
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2200 Range Ave., Suite 102, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403
Navigating the changing care needs of my aging parents has been challenging. Calling Interim was a great move. I have worked with other agencies. I am so appreciative of Interiums professionalism. The
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Navigating the changing care needs of my aging parents has been challenging. Calling Interim was a great move. I have worked with other agencies. I am so appreciative of Interiums professionalism. They offer comprehensive elder care based on client need. Their staff is well trained to deal with the various needs of the elderly.They have been flexible when schedule needs arise. I rest easy knowing my parents are being well cared for. Now I can be the daughter and not the caregiver. Thank you Interim!
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Navigating the changing care needs of my aging parents has been challenging. Calling Interim was a great move. I have worked with other agencies. I am so appreciative of Interiums professionalism. The
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Navigating the changing care needs of my aging parents has been challenging. Calling Interim was a great move. I have worked with other agencies. I am so appreciative of Interiums professionalism. They offer comprehensive elder care based on client need. Their staff is well trained to deal with the various needs of the elderly.They have been flexible when schedule needs arise. I rest easy knowing my parents are being well cared for. Now I can be the daughter and not the caregiver. Thank you Interim!
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77 Mark Dr., Ste. 33 , San Rafael, CA, 94903
George was great.
George was great.
58 Mahogany Dr , South San Francisco, CA, 94080
the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next t
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the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next time I need there service. I like Gina1 And Gina 2
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the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next t
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the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next time I need there service. I like Gina1 And Gina 2
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112 La Casa Via, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
great services, fast and very flexible company, they have a no minimum hours, I am very happy with them.
great services, fast and very flexible company, they have a no minimum hours, I am very happy with them.
Paying for Home Care in Santa Rosa, CA
The Cost of Home Care in Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Rosa residents pay an average of $6,292 per month for home health care services according to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is substantially higher than the nationwide average but only a little higher than the California average. The most affordable home care costs in California are found in the Imperial Valley, where El Centro residents pay a monthly average of $3,432. Along the South Coast in San Diego, home care averages $6,387 per month, while costs rise to $6,864 on the Central Coast in Santa Cruz. San Jose has the highest monthly average for home care costs at $7,102.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Santa Rosa, CA
Adult day care is the least expensive care option for seniors in Santa Rosa, but since this option is only available during the daytime hours on weekdays, it’s not a realistic approach for everyone. Home health care is slightly more costly than home care and covers limited medical services that can be provided in a home setting such as occupational therapy and some kinds of skilled nursing. Residents of nursing homes have the highest care costs in Santa Rosa at an average of $11,300 for a shared room, while their counterparts in assisted living facilities pay a monthly average of $7,048.
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Santa Rosa, CA
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.
- Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-term care insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
- Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
- Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
- Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
- Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.
Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa:
Address: 987 Airway Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Phone Number: (707) 528-8712
This program provides area seniors with a broad array of services, including respite care, transportation, companionship and meal assistance. The services are provided at no cost to seniors and all faiths are welcome to request service.
Address: 1500A Petaluma Bl S, Petaluma, CA 94952
Phone Number: (707) 765-8488
The Petaluma People Services Center provides seniors with a comprehensive array of services, including referrals to resources, respite care for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s, a senior day care program and meals to ensure proper nutrition for those in need. The Senior Cafe serves meals on-site, while the Meals on Wheels program delivers to those who are homebound and cannot attend meals at the cafe.
Address: 2200 Range Ave., Suite 102, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Phone Number: (707) 303-1530
This organization provides Santa Rosa seniors with a bevy of services, many of which are centered on home care. Everything from skilled nursing to fiduciary offerings are provided within its menu of services. Home care services include transportation, medication reminders, companionship, meal preparation and assistance after returning home from a stay in a health care facility. While the organization does charge for most of its services, it also offers a sliding scale for some options to ensure affordability for its senior population.
Address: 1100 Coddingtown Center, Suite 1, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Phone Number: (707) 495-4417
Low-income seniors in need of assistance with energy bills or weatherization efforts for their homes can take advantage of the services provided by this program. An offshoot of North Coast Energy Services, program participants can receive services once per year per program. There is no fee associated with the program and seniors need only provide a completed application, proof of income (if any) and copies of current energy bills.
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 – 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.
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.
