Wilton is in southwestern Connecticut, about an hour’s drive from New York City. Some 15.2% of Wilton residents are aged 65 years or older, which is a slightly lower percentage than the 16.8% national average. Wilton seniors have an array of solid health care options, as they’re within 5 miles of Norwalk Hospital, 11 miles of Stamford Hospital and 14 miles of Bridgeport Hospital.
The 2021 Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey considers Wilton to be in Bridgeport’s price region and reports the average monthly cost of home care services in the area to be $5,339. Home health care services, which provide greater medical coverage than home care, cost the same per month in Wilton.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Wilton– 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 Wilton, CT
6515 Main St Ste 8 , Trumbull, CT, 06611
My mother suffered a stroke a few months ago and needs an aide indefinitely. Right at Home has been absolutely wonderful in all aspects! The aides are very caring, educated, responsible, and know how
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My mother suffered a stroke a few months ago and needs an aide indefinitely. Right at Home has been absolutely wonderful in all aspects! The aides are very caring, educated, responsible, and know how to do their job. My family is grateful for all their hard work. The best part is that we trust them and feel a sense of relief knowing they are there. My Mom enjoys their company as well!
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My mother suffered a stroke a few months ago and needs an aide indefinitely. Right at Home has been absolutely wonderful in all aspects! The aides are very caring, educated, responsible, and know how
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My mother suffered a stroke a few months ago and needs an aide indefinitely. Right at Home has been absolutely wonderful in all aspects! The aides are very caring, educated, responsible, and know how to do their job. My family is grateful for all their hard work. The best part is that we trust them and feel a sense of relief knowing they are there. My Mom enjoys their company as well!
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12 Cambridge Dr 2nd Floor, Trumbull, CT, 06611
Synergy Homecare of Trumbull CT has been an amazing comfort for my husband and me. We had tried other agencies and they all had negative issues and events occur with us. When the Veterans Administrat
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Synergy Homecare of Trumbull CT has been an amazing comfort for my husband and me. We had tried other agencies and they all had negative issues and events occur with us. When the Veterans Administration wanted us to try one more I was hesitant but once I talked to Erica I felt comfortable and hopeful. Our caregiver Sheila is energetic – compassionate – patient – everything I am praying for to be ok with my husband when I am at work. Sheila makes sure he takes his meds – gets his food and drinks and does a perfect job with the laundry and home organization. I am truly grateful. I would absolutely recommend the Trumbull office for your family’s needs. The agency has been responsive to any requests I have called with. If someone is sick or needs a day off they will send a suitable substitute for the day.
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Synergy Homecare of Trumbull CT has been an amazing comfort for my husband and me. We had tried other agencies and they all had negative issues and events occur with us. When the Veterans Administrat
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Synergy Homecare of Trumbull CT has been an amazing comfort for my husband and me. We had tried other agencies and they all had negative issues and events occur with us. When the Veterans Administration wanted us to try one more I was hesitant but once I talked to Erica I felt comfortable and hopeful. Our caregiver Sheila is energetic – compassionate – patient – everything I am praying for to be ok with my husband when I am at work. Sheila makes sure he takes his meds – gets his food and drinks and does a perfect job with the laundry and home organization. I am truly grateful. I would absolutely recommend the Trumbull office for your family’s needs. The agency has been responsive to any requests I have called with. If someone is sick or needs a day off they will send a suitable substitute for the day.
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4 Research Drive, Suite 402, Shelton, CT, 06484
My wife Nancy is deceased but we used Acuity Homecare for her for six weeks. They were great, the people that run it were excellent, and the girls that came here were absolutely wonderful. They’re pro
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My wife Nancy is deceased but we used Acuity Homecare for her for six weeks. They were great, the people that run it were excellent, and the girls that came here were absolutely wonderful. They’re professional, enjoyable, very nice, and they know what they’re doing. They even gave us a Christmas card at Christmas time, too. I don’t say anything bad about them. To other families who may want to consider them, I would tell them to not have any reservations about having them, and to consider them very much. I had worked in nursing homes, and I had seen the kind of care you get there, and this is far and above any nursing home care.
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My wife Nancy is deceased but we used Acuity Homecare for her for six weeks. They were great, the people that run it were excellent, and the girls that came here were absolutely wonderful. They’re pro
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My wife Nancy is deceased but we used Acuity Homecare for her for six weeks. They were great, the people that run it were excellent, and the girls that came here were absolutely wonderful. They’re professional, enjoyable, very nice, and they know what they’re doing. They even gave us a Christmas card at Christmas time, too. I don’t say anything bad about them. To other families who may want to consider them, I would tell them to not have any reservations about having them, and to consider them very much. I had worked in nursing homes, and I had seen the kind of care you get there, and this is far and above any nursing home care.
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777 West Putnam Ave, Suite 300, Greenwich, CT, 06830
At Collaborative Home Care, our number one goal is to help our clients age gracefully and maintain their independence in the comfort and safety of their home, whether they are living with a chronic il
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At Collaborative Home Care, our number one goal is to help our clients age gracefully and maintain their independence in the comfort and safety of their home, whether they are living with a chronic illness, recovering from an injury, or needing companionship or help with personal care tasks around the home.
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We structure our approach to care based on personalized wellness plans. We call it Proactive Wellness, and it focuses on three important areas – Safety, Nutrition, and Meaningful Activities. Instead of a task-oriented approach that traditional agencies follow, we take time to get to know our clients – their background, personality, and interests – to create a deeper, personalized connection. Proactive Wellness allows us to address the concerns you have for a loved one, synergizing the mind, body and the surrounding environment to create a comprehensive plan for reaching optimal wellness.
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We proactively review our clients’ care plans to ensure we are delivering the right care, and our caregivers are professionally trained to monitor for changes in our clients’ health. With regular communications and check-in visits, our management team will be with you every step of the way as an added layer of support. Our home care services include:
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Companionship Care
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<li>Meal planning and preparation</li>
<li>Light housekeeping and laundry</li>
<li>Medication reminders</li>
<li>Assistance with hobbies</li>
<li>Assistance with exercise routines</li>
<li>Transportation to/from appointments</li>
<li>Grocery and other errands</li>
<li>Help connecting with loved ones through email and social media</li>
<li> Assistance with pet care</li>
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Personal Care
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<li>Bathing, dressing and grooming assistance</li>
<li>Transfer assistance and bed bound repositioning</li>
<li>Oral hygiene</li>
<li> Feeding</li>
<li>Walking assistance</li>
<li>Toileting and incontinence care</li>
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Dementia Care
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<li>Specialized care tailored to your loved one’s abilities and strengths</li>
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Respite Care
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<li>Let us care for your loved one so you can rest and care for your other responsibilities</li>
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24/7 & Live-In Care
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<li>Around-the-clock care so that your loved one can remain at home</li>
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At Collaborative Home Care, our number one goal is to help our clients age gracefully and maintain their independence in the comfort and safety of their home, whether they are living with a chronic il
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At Collaborative Home Care, our number one goal is to help our clients age gracefully and maintain their independence in the comfort and safety of their home, whether they are living with a chronic illness, recovering from an injury, or needing companionship or help with personal care tasks around the home.
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We structure our approach to care based on personalized wellness plans. We call it Proactive Wellness, and it focuses on three important areas – Safety, Nutrition, and Meaningful Activities. Instead of a task-oriented approach that traditional agencies follow, we take time to get to know our clients – their background, personality, and interests – to create a deeper, personalized connection. Proactive Wellness allows us to address the concerns you have for a loved one, synergizing the mind, body and the surrounding environment to create a comprehensive plan for reaching optimal wellness.
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We proactively review our clients’ care plans to ensure we are delivering the right care, and our caregivers are professionally trained to monitor for changes in our clients’ health. With regular communications and check-in visits, our management team will be with you every step of the way as an added layer of support. Our home care services include:
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Companionship Care
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<li>Meal planning and preparation</li>
<li>Light housekeeping and laundry</li>
<li>Medication reminders</li>
<li>Assistance with hobbies</li>
<li>Assistance with exercise routines</li>
<li>Transportation to/from appointments</li>
<li>Grocery and other errands</li>
<li>Help connecting with loved ones through email and social media</li>
<li> Assistance with pet care</li>
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Personal Care
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<li>Bathing, dressing and grooming assistance</li>
<li>Transfer assistance and bed bound repositioning</li>
<li>Oral hygiene</li>
<li> Feeding</li>
<li>Walking assistance</li>
<li>Toileting and incontinence care</li>
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Dementia Care
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<li>Specialized care tailored to your loved one’s abilities and strengths</li>
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Respite Care
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<li>Let us care for your loved one so you can rest and care for your other responsibilities</li>
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24/7 & Live-In Care
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<li>Around-the-clock care so that your loved one can remain at home</li>
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68 old farm road, Fairfield, CT, 06824
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 profession
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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!
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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 profession
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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!
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724 Georges Hill Road, Southbury, CT, 06488
Thank you for all of your help over the last few weeks. Your caregivers were all terrific and I just don’t know what we would have done without you.
Thank you for all of your help over the last few weeks. Your caregivers were all terrific and I just don’t know what we would have done without you.
27 Fifth Street, Stamford, CT, 06905
We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They c
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They come 7 days a week, 18 hours a day. It’s excellent, the caregivers are great and nice. No issue with scheduling; they call way ahead and let us know. Price is a little high but I knew it was going to be, and unfortunately, no insurance covers homecare.
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They c
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They come 7 days a week, 18 hours a day. It’s excellent, the caregivers are great and nice. No issue with scheduling; they call way ahead and let us know. Price is a little high but I knew it was going to be, and unfortunately, no insurance covers homecare.
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36 Hillside Dr, Easton, CT, 06612
Compassion home care provides in home services with quality and compassionate care your loved ones deserve. Allowing them to lead a safe, independent, happier life in the comfort of their own home.
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Compassion home care provides in home services with quality and compassionate care your loved ones deserve. Allowing them to lead a safe, independent, happier life in the comfort of their own home.
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Some of the services we offer are, companionship, running errands, accompany to doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, ambulation, personal care, bathing and shower assistance, medication reminders.
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We offer an individualized care plan, tailored specially to your needs. We offer hourly, overnight, or live in services.
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Compassion home care provides in home services with quality and compassionate care your loved ones deserve. Allowing them to lead a safe, independent, happier life in the comfort of their own home.
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Compassion home care provides in home services with quality and compassionate care your loved ones deserve. Allowing them to lead a safe, independent, happier life in the comfort of their own home.
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Some of the services we offer are, companionship, running errands, accompany to doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, ambulation, personal care, bathing and shower assistance, medication reminders.
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We offer an individualized care plan, tailored specially to your needs. We offer hourly, overnight, or live in services.
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15 East Putnam Ave., #115, Greenwich, CT, 06830
Giving Care with Grace and Compassion
Home Helpers Home Care of Greenwich in Fairfield County is more than an in-home home care agency – we’re your extended family when your family can’t be the
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Giving Care with Grace and Compassion
Home Helpers Home Care of Greenwich in Fairfield County is more than an in-home home care agency – we’re your extended family when your family can’t be there. We’re a family-owned, trusted provider of quality, compassionate in-home care, and we customize our home care program to your unique situation for an affordable solution that keeps your loved one where they’re happiest. The Home Helpers is a proud partner with Aloe Care the world’s most advanced voice-activated, in-home medical alert and communication system for older adults. Keep independent older adults safer, more connected & engaged.
Get peace of mind for everyone in the circle of care.
Please ask about Aloe Care Options and Home Helpers Home care services by calling
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Giving Care with Grace and Compassion
Home Helpers Home Care of Greenwich in Fairfield County is more than an in-home home care agency – we’re your extended family when your family can’t be the
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Giving Care with Grace and Compassion
Home Helpers Home Care of Greenwich in Fairfield County is more than an in-home home care agency – we’re your extended family when your family can’t be there. We’re a family-owned, trusted provider of quality, compassionate in-home care, and we customize our home care program to your unique situation for an affordable solution that keeps your loved one where they’re happiest. The Home Helpers is a proud partner with Aloe Care the world’s most advanced voice-activated, in-home medical alert and communication system for older adults. Keep independent older adults safer, more connected & engaged.
Get peace of mind for everyone in the circle of care.
Please ask about Aloe Care Options and Home Helpers Home care services by calling
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998 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
I’m hiring Sage Home Care. They offer companionship and physical therapy for my friend. The caregiver is an excellent worker. Overall, it is pretty good. I’m very happy with the person that I have. As
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I’m hiring Sage Home Care. They offer companionship and physical therapy for my friend. The caregiver is an excellent worker. Overall, it is pretty good. I’m very happy with the person that I have. As of date, my friend has two excellent people.
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I’m hiring Sage Home Care. They offer companionship and physical therapy for my friend. The caregiver is an excellent worker. Overall, it is pretty good. I’m very happy with the person that I have. As
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I’m hiring Sage Home Care. They offer companionship and physical therapy for my friend. The caregiver is an excellent worker. Overall, it is pretty good. I’m very happy with the person that I have. As of date, my friend has two excellent people.
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1 Pandanaram Rd., Unit 106 , Danbury, CT, 06811
Civility Home Care offers high-quality home care delivered by our carefully vetted team. Respect for the individual is paramount and our services are customized to match the unique day-to-day needs of
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Civility Home Care offers high-quality home care delivered by our carefully vetted team. Respect for the individual is paramount and our services are customized to match the unique day-to-day needs of all seniors and others in need of services.
Our service types include:
Personal Care Service
Homemaker/Companionship Service
Private Employment Service
Business to Business Staffing
Transportation
If you are considering any service, please call today and our sales team will assist you in determining which of our suite of services will best suit your needs.
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Civility Home Care offers high-quality home care delivered by our carefully vetted team. Respect for the individual is paramount and our services are customized to match the unique day-to-day needs of
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Civility Home Care offers high-quality home care delivered by our carefully vetted team. Respect for the individual is paramount and our services are customized to match the unique day-to-day needs of all seniors and others in need of services.
Our service types include:
Personal Care Service
Homemaker/Companionship Service
Private Employment Service
Business to Business Staffing
Transportation
If you are considering any service, please call today and our sales team will assist you in determining which of our suite of services will best suit your needs.
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83 Wooster Heights Road, Suite 125 , Danbury, CT, 06810
Home Care Advantage, LLC is a family owned and operated home care agency in Danbury CT. We offer one-on-one in-home care to seniors on an hourly and Live-In basis by trained and experienced caregivers
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Home Care Advantage, LLC is a family owned and operated home care agency in Danbury CT. We offer one-on-one in-home care to seniors on an hourly and Live-In basis by trained and experienced caregivers.
We care for those with Diabetes, Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, COPD, stroke, and Heart Disease. We work closely with our caregivers and families we seek to provide quality care, dignity, and independence to our clients. Our services include assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, homemaker and companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to medical appointments, social events, and errands.
Call for more information or a free in-home consultation.
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Home Care Advantage, LLC is a family owned and operated home care agency in Danbury CT. We offer one-on-one in-home care to seniors on an hourly and Live-In basis by trained and experienced caregivers
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Home Care Advantage, LLC is a family owned and operated home care agency in Danbury CT. We offer one-on-one in-home care to seniors on an hourly and Live-In basis by trained and experienced caregivers.
We care for those with Diabetes, Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, COPD, stroke, and Heart Disease. We work closely with our caregivers and families we seek to provide quality care, dignity, and independence to our clients. Our services include assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, homemaker and companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to medical appointments, social events, and errands.
Call for more information or a free in-home consultation.
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3 Armstrong Rd , Shelton, CT, 06484
Joyful Hands has a team of compassionate, caring individuals that are looking to provide an extra set of hands to anyone in need of it. We work with a variety of individuals such as seniors, mothers,
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Joyful Hands has a team of compassionate, caring individuals that are looking to provide an extra set of hands to anyone in need of it. We work with a variety of individuals such as seniors, mothers, or persons with disabilities, and ensure the care we give is curated to each individual we help. Our services include companionship, personal care, and homemaking and more.
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Joyful Hands has a team of compassionate, caring individuals that are looking to provide an extra set of hands to anyone in need of it. We work with a variety of individuals such as seniors, mothers,
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Joyful Hands has a team of compassionate, caring individuals that are looking to provide an extra set of hands to anyone in need of it. We work with a variety of individuals such as seniors, mothers, or persons with disabilities, and ensure the care we give is curated to each individual we help. Our services include companionship, personal care, and homemaking and more.
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261 South Main St, Newtown, CT, 06470
Castle Group Home Care offers companionship for my dad. The caregiver is very nice and very helpful. They’re very professional and they communicate regularly. They have a great interaction with the fa
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Castle Group Home Care offers companionship for my dad. The caregiver is very nice and very helpful. They’re very professional and they communicate regularly. They have a great interaction with the family.
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Castle Group Home Care offers companionship for my dad. The caregiver is very nice and very helpful. They’re very professional and they communicate regularly. They have a great interaction with the fa
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Castle Group Home Care offers companionship for my dad. The caregiver is very nice and very helpful. They’re very professional and they communicate regularly. They have a great interaction with the family.
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158 East Ave, Norwalk, CT, 06851
My Mother did not want to go into a Senior Residence but she was struggling to cope in her home. This was a conundrum and source of tension in the family. With HomeInstead we found reliable, consist
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My Mother did not want to go into a Senior Residence but she was struggling to cope in her home. This was a conundrum and source of tension in the family. With HomeInstead we found reliable, consistent, friendly help that provided the level of assistance we needed and restored peace of mind to the family. Thank you!
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My Mother did not want to go into a Senior Residence but she was struggling to cope in her home. This was a conundrum and source of tension in the family. With HomeInstead we found reliable, consist
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My Mother did not want to go into a Senior Residence but she was struggling to cope in her home. This was a conundrum and source of tension in the family. With HomeInstead we found reliable, consistent, friendly help that provided the level of assistance we needed and restored peace of mind to the family. Thank you!
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3223 MAIN STREET, Bridgeport, CT, 06606
We combine experience with heart.
For 5 + years, Faith and Hope Home Care Services have delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of needs and age-related conditions
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We combine experience with heart.
For 5 + years, Faith and Hope Home Care Services have delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of needs and age-related conditions. We’ve provided over a million hours of care to families just like yours. Today, are Connecticut’s leading provider of premium in-home care, offering an even broader range of care services.
Our Story.
Two cousins who have decided to change the face of home care by founding an agency that goes beyond home care and helps their clients have a fulfilled Balanced Lifestyle.
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We combine experience with heart.
For 5 + years, Faith and Hope Home Care Services have delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of needs and age-related conditions
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We combine experience with heart.
For 5 + years, Faith and Hope Home Care Services have delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of needs and age-related conditions. We’ve provided over a million hours of care to families just like yours. Today, are Connecticut’s leading provider of premium in-home care, offering an even broader range of care services.
Our Story.
Two cousins who have decided to change the face of home care by founding an agency that goes beyond home care and helps their clients have a fulfilled Balanced Lifestyle.
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51 Sugar Hollow Rd, Danbury, CT, 06810
2505 Main Street, Suite 6A, Stratford, CT, 06615
7 Benedict Pl , Greenwich, CT, 06830
Greenwich HomeCare is a locally owned and operated non-medical home assistance agency dedicated to providing the highest quality senior services. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured agency serving
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Greenwich HomeCare is a locally owned and operated non-medical home assistance agency dedicated to providing the highest quality senior services. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured agency serving Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, CT, and all of Fairfield County. Our employees always put the patient first in providing personal assistance, homemaker/companion services, hospital accompaniment, transport and travel assistance, medication assistance, hygiene assistance, memory care assistance, and more.
Our job as a home assistance agency is to not only help your loved ones live safely and confidently at home, but to also enable them to enjoy life and be happy. We achieve this goal through our dedicated caregivers and innovative elder care assistance. We strive to personalize services to your loved one’s needs by offering concierge services including hair stylists, personal trainers, nutritionists, and massage therapists. Our patient evaluations are supervised by a registered nurse.
Greenwich HomeCare will work closely with your family to establish an affordable custom care plan based on your loved one’s needs. From 24/7 senior care assistance to providing short-term respite assistance to primary caregivers, our staff is standing by to ensure your family can receive the assistance and compassion they need.
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Greenwich HomeCare is a locally owned and operated non-medical home assistance agency dedicated to providing the highest quality senior services. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured agency serving
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Greenwich HomeCare is a locally owned and operated non-medical home assistance agency dedicated to providing the highest quality senior services. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured agency serving Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, CT, and all of Fairfield County. Our employees always put the patient first in providing personal assistance, homemaker/companion services, hospital accompaniment, transport and travel assistance, medication assistance, hygiene assistance, memory care assistance, and more.
Our job as a home assistance agency is to not only help your loved ones live safely and confidently at home, but to also enable them to enjoy life and be happy. We achieve this goal through our dedicated caregivers and innovative elder care assistance. We strive to personalize services to your loved one’s needs by offering concierge services including hair stylists, personal trainers, nutritionists, and massage therapists. Our patient evaluations are supervised by a registered nurse.
Greenwich HomeCare will work closely with your family to establish an affordable custom care plan based on your loved one’s needs. From 24/7 senior care assistance to providing short-term respite assistance to primary caregivers, our staff is standing by to ensure your family can receive the assistance and compassion they need.
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2509 Main Street, Stamford, CT, 06901
The provider takes care of my mother and they help with showering.
I like this agency because they really try and do a good job.
The provider takes care of my mother and they help with showering.
I like this agency because they really try and do a good job.
Paying for Home Care in Wilton, CT
The Cost of Home Care in Wilton, CT
According to Genworth’s data, Connecticut’s average prices for home care exist in a fairly narrow band. The lowest average monthly prices are found in New Haven, where seniors pay $5,243 a month, while the highest average monthly prices are found in Norwich, where seniors pay $5,506 a month. The Connecticut capital, Hartford, reports prices that are almost perfectly in line with Wilton’s. All cities in the state are significantly more expensive than national norms, as the average U.S. senior pays $4,957 for a month of home care services.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Wilton, CT
Wilton seniors who are interested in a more community-based experience than that of home care may choose to move into an assisted living facility, which is roughly 15% more expensive than home care. Those who need extensive medical support may be better served by a nursing home, which is far more expensive at an average of $16,805 a month. Adult day health care, which costs a relatively inexpensive $1,619 a month, is a potential option for seniors with minimal medical needs.
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
Note: Data for Wilton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bridgeport, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Wilton, CT
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.
Wilton 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 Wilton:
Address: 14 Byington Place, Norwalk, CT 06850
Phone: (203) 866-2125
As part of the national non-profit agency with a variety of services for local communities, the Salvation Army office in Norwalk has many programs to help the elderly in need. This location has a thrift store and food pantry, with discount household goods, free food and discount clothing. Case managers are available to help seniors find resources such as medical care, utility or rent assistance and even volunteer opportunities for those that are able. The Salvation Army is faith-based, with worship services and limited transport to these services available.
Address: Comstock Community Center, 180 School Road, Wilton, CT 06897
Phone: (203) 834-6240
This agency oversees the Wilton Senior Center, where the elderly can enjoy socialization opportunities, including classes, games and social outings. It also has volunteers on hand to help seniors with managing their government benefits and limited legal aid service. There is a special program for seniors over 65 in Wilton, offering discounts at local businesses. This program is open to all. Proof of residency and age is the only requirement, and volunteers can help seniors find which businesses honor the program.
Address: 149 Water Street, 2nd Floor, Norwalk, CT 06854
Phone: (203) 838-8110
Seniors who meet certain income guidelines are eligible for utility bill payment assistance. This program helps those who are below certain income caps or deemed a vulnerable household to pay for their primary heating and cooling expenses. The program also has a limited rental payment assistance program, which is income-based. For those households that use deliverable fuel, such as kerosene or wood, the program also has delivery services.
Address: 439 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897
Phone: (203) 762-0566
This volunteer-run program delivers two hot and two cold meals to eligible Wilton seniors on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. There is no age restriction, but applicants may be required to demonstrate proof of need or inability to prepare their own hot meals.
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.