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.
1300 Post Road, Suite 2, Fairfield, CT, 06824
4.6
(18 reviews)
" Maxine has brought such a spark to mom’s life with her energetic and caring ways, and she is a very professional employee. With Mom’s Alzheimer’s progressing, it is difficult to have her participate in activities to keep her stimulated. In speakin..."
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134 Heights Road, Darien, CT, 06820
5.0
(13 reviews)
"Brooke's was amazing with my mother. My mother was very resistant to care initially, but got used to it and then loved it. She was almost mean to the caregiver in the beginning but then she really warmed up to her. Caregiver and agency are the best! ..."
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15 Oakwood Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06850
5.0
(13 reviews)
"I am extremely pleased of the services that the new owners CareFinders Total Care are providing my mother. There is more organization in the office when I call for assistance. They immediately follow up with us and that goes a long way...."
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19 Post Road East, Westport, CT, 06880
4.8
(10 reviews)
"The quality care my mom Ramona Cosme has received outstanding care from Task. I feel that Leticia B. always does beyond her task to make sure my mother is taken care of. She always make sure my mother has her aides in her home. She goes beyond her jo..."
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83 South Bedford Road Suite 101, Mount Kisco, NY, 10549
4.9
(7 reviews)
"Helpers are caring and friendly. Do some cleaning and small things that make Mom comfortable. The company they provide is wonderful for someone that can't get out on her own. Bathing while someone is present is comforting to us not having to worry ab..."
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304 Federal Road, Suite 315, Brookfield, CT, 06804
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My caregivers are trustworthy, dependable, reliable. I feel safe in my home with a caregiver that is not showing up just for the money. That is very important to me. The office staff is always available to help make sure I have professional care. I w..."
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109 Danbury Road, Lower Level, Suite D13, Ridgefield, CT, 06877
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I highly recommend Touching Hearts at Home to anyone in need of good quality home care and companionship. The services they offer are truly above and beyond, and their Caregivers are some of the nicest people I've ever met. Thank you for all you do f..."
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15 East Putnam Ave., #115, Greenwich, CT, 06830
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I used this agency when I needed help with my 85-year old mom. I was impressed how accurate, professional, and responsible they were when providing their services. They were very responsive to our needs and questions. At the same time they are compa..."
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1 Pandanaram Rd., Unit 106 , Danbury, CT, 06811
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Everyone has been compassionate and caring from the receptionists to the companions and aides. They truly care about the work they do and how you feel about their service. Knowing that they are checking in on my experience really means a lot...."
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7 Farview Terrace, Danbury, CT, 06811
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Very Prompt and friendly staff. They are very kind and caring towards my mother. I would highly recommend Caring Contact! ..."
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2264 Silas Deane Hwy, Rocky Hill, CT, 06067
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Premium home aids and companions have been so wonderfull to my mother and father they are the best company I have ever dealt with....... ..."
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266 State St, North Haven, CT, 06473
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Agency provides transportation and companionship to doctor appointments. I found Dependable Care LLC to be kind, considerate, professional, timely and patient...."
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431 Post Road E, Westport, CT, 06880
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Caring Partners is a wonderful agency. They made a very difficult situation a little more bearable. They were attentive and caring and really took the time to make sure my parents were well taken care of. I would highly recommend this agency. ..."
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4 Research Drive,, Shelton, CT, 06484
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We have been using Hands to Heart Home Care for about three weeks now. It's excellent. Right now, I have a home health aide from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. who stays with my mother. My mom broke her arm and she needs help. The caregiver is here five nights a ..."
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40 Brittney Lane, Naugatuck, CT, 06770
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Great people amazing staff love how they make me feel like family, always early and will work with you for anything you need. I love their all-inclusive program for one flat rate great company...."
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24 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, 06897
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Excepitional care from a exceptional company. From the day I found out from the nursing home that I needed care for my mother who was recovering for COPD I was overwhelmed with the fact that I had to look for a agency to go home for 24hr livein care..."
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235 Glenville Road, 3rd Floor, Greenwich, CT, 06831
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The aides are excellent and very caring ..."
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1305 Post Road, Suite 106, Fairfield, CT, 06824
5.0
(1 reviews)
"H & H Home Care has taken care of both of our parents for over 5 years now. Their staff is dedicated to making sure that all of their clients' needs are met and are wonderful companions as well. We appreciate everything Helping Hand does and think o..."
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208 Greenwood Ave # 10 , Bethel, CT, 06801
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We used Sheraton Homecare for my dad. The live-in was with us for a little bit and that was good. What I liked so much about Sheraton is they sent somebody out to come and meet my mom and meet us. They asked a lot of questions as to what kind of care..."
READ MOREAccording 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.
Wilton
$5,339
Connecticut
$5,243
The United States
$4,957
Hartford
$5,329
Norwich
$5,506
New Haven
$5,243
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.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$1,619
Assisted Living
$6,273
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$16,805
Note: Data for Wilton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bridgeport, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
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:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk Salvation Army | (203) 866-2125 | 14 Byington Place, Norwalk, CT 06850 | 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. |
| Wilton Social Services Department | (203) 834-6240 | Comstock Community Center, 180 School Road, Wilton, CT 06897 | 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. |
| Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) | (203) 838-8110 | 149 Water Street, 2nd Floor, Norwalk, CT 06854 | 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. |
| Wilton Meals on Wheels | (203) 762-0566 | 439 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897 | 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. |
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.
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.
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