65 Home Care Services for Seniors Serving Boynton Beach, FL
Boynton Beach, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, is a tropical coastal city that attracts many seniors who enjoy beaches and outdoor activities. It is known for Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands, a 100-acre nature preserve, and for its scenic parks. Ranked as one of the best places to retire in Florida, the city has a population of 78,679, 20.8% of whom are seniors aged 65 and over. Seniors who live in Boynton Beach have access to health care facilities through Bethesda Healthcare Systems, including Bethesda Hospital East.
Boynton Beach has many home health care programs for its senior community. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average cost of homemaker services is $3,623 per month and the average cost of home health aide services is $3,813 per month. Both services cost less in Boynton Beach than the national average, which is $4,481 for homemaker services and $4,576 for home health aide services.
Note: Home care cost data was not available for Boynton Beach, so data for the closest city, Miami, was used.
At Caring.com, we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Boynton Beach 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 Boynton Beach, FL
Right at Home Palm Beach
8461 Lake Worth Rd Suite 1-229, Ste 1-229, Lake Worth, FL, 33467
They assisted with all her daily needs.
They were always on time.
They assisted with all her daily needs.
They were always on time.
Always Best Care of Palm Beaches
9002 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL, 33455
ABC goes to great lengths to get to know their clients in order to provide the best possible match with ABC’s in home care providers. The aides blend into the home environment with professionalism
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ABC goes to great lengths to get to know their clients in order to provide the best possible match with ABC’s in home care providers. The aides blend into the home environment with professionalism, compassion and helpfulness. They are unobtrusive but available at all times. As a primary caregiver I wish I started with them years ago.
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ABC goes to great lengths to get to know their clients in order to provide the best possible match with ABC’s in home care providers. The aides blend into the home environment with professionalism
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ABC goes to great lengths to get to know their clients in order to provide the best possible match with ABC’s in home care providers. The aides blend into the home environment with professionalism, compassion and helpfulness. They are unobtrusive but available at all times. As a primary caregiver I wish I started with them years ago.
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Homewatch CareGivers of Boca Raton
8177 Glades Rd, , Suite 220, Boca Raton, FL, 33434
This place is awesome. Staff and workers were respectful and caring. My grandmother of 85 years of age said that the service was amazing and that she felt secure and trusted them with what they do 10/
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This place is awesome. Staff and workers were respectful and caring. My grandmother of 85 years of age said that the service was amazing and that she felt secure and trusted them with what they do 10/10 recommend this place. I would also want to say that they were very smooth to work with. Again 10/10 amazing place
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This place is awesome. Staff and workers were respectful and caring. My grandmother of 85 years of age said that the service was amazing and that she felt secure and trusted them with what they do 10/
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This place is awesome. Staff and workers were respectful and caring. My grandmother of 85 years of age said that the service was amazing and that she felt secure and trusted them with what they do 10/10 recommend this place. I would also want to say that they were very smooth to work with. Again 10/10 amazing place
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Homewell Senior Care Of South Palm Beach County
7700 Congress Avenue Suite 3203, Boca Raton, FL, 33487
We’re using Homewell Senior Care of South Palm Beach County. They help my mother out with personal care, mobility, toileting, dressing, showering, meal preparations, and light housework. The aide abso
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We’re using Homewell Senior Care of South Palm Beach County. They help my mother out with personal care, mobility, toileting, dressing, showering, meal preparations, and light housework. The aide absolutely is competent in what she needs to get done with my mother, but she is young, so I don’t think she is emotionally equipped to deal with my mother, who is very difficult. I’m not so sure that’s so much the aide’s fault or my mother’s. She’s very good at what she does, but she’s very young, and like I said, I don’t think a young person has had enough breadth of experience of life to deal with the intricacies of the mental capacity of an elderly person, but I do like her. David, the owner, is a diamond. He is there for you 110 percent. He strives to make you happy every step of the way. He is a person who really cares, and this is not just a business for him. He’s extremely acceptable and receptive to comments and criticism, and he’s just a wonderful person.
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We’re using Homewell Senior Care of South Palm Beach County. They help my mother out with personal care, mobility, toileting, dressing, showering, meal preparations, and light housework. The aide abso
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We’re using Homewell Senior Care of South Palm Beach County. They help my mother out with personal care, mobility, toileting, dressing, showering, meal preparations, and light housework. The aide absolutely is competent in what she needs to get done with my mother, but she is young, so I don’t think she is emotionally equipped to deal with my mother, who is very difficult. I’m not so sure that’s so much the aide’s fault or my mother’s. She’s very good at what she does, but she’s very young, and like I said, I don’t think a young person has had enough breadth of experience of life to deal with the intricacies of the mental capacity of an elderly person, but I do like her. David, the owner, is a diamond. He is there for you 110 percent. He strives to make you happy every step of the way. He is a person who really cares, and this is not just a business for him. He’s extremely acceptable and receptive to comments and criticism, and he’s just a wonderful person.
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Astracare LLC
2233 W. Hillsboro Blvd. , Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442
My husband has an aide from Astracare. They offer total care like dressing, showering, preparing his meals when I’m not home, getting him dressed, and giving him his medication. The caregiver is excel
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My husband has an aide from Astracare. They offer total care like dressing, showering, preparing his meals when I’m not home, getting him dressed, and giving him his medication. The caregiver is excellent, very empathetic, patient, and good. We haven’t had any problems.
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My husband has an aide from Astracare. They offer total care like dressing, showering, preparing his meals when I’m not home, getting him dressed, and giving him his medication. The caregiver is excel
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My husband has an aide from Astracare. They offer total care like dressing, showering, preparing his meals when I’m not home, getting him dressed, and giving him his medication. The caregiver is excellent, very empathetic, patient, and good. We haven’t had any problems.
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Firstlantic Healthcare
2605 W Atlantic Ave Ste A202 , Delray Beach, FL, 33445
We hired Firstlantic Healthcare for my mother. The staff was OK, there wasn’t anything exceptional about them, but my issues were with the caregivers primarily. I had a caregiver who fell asleep, one
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We hired Firstlantic Healthcare for my mother. The staff was OK, there wasn’t anything exceptional about them, but my issues were with the caregivers primarily. I had a caregiver who fell asleep, one did not show up, and another texted the entire time. I had a caregiver who tried to coordinate a side deal, and I had a couple of caregivers who were awesome.
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We hired Firstlantic Healthcare for my mother. The staff was OK, there wasn’t anything exceptional about them, but my issues were with the caregivers primarily. I had a caregiver who fell asleep, one
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We hired Firstlantic Healthcare for my mother. The staff was OK, there wasn’t anything exceptional about them, but my issues were with the caregivers primarily. I had a caregiver who fell asleep, one did not show up, and another texted the entire time. I had a caregiver who tried to coordinate a side deal, and I had a couple of caregivers who were awesome.
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Preferred Care at Home Of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast
354 NE 1st Ave, Suite 300 , Delray Beach, FL, 33444
This is a very poorly run business and they are dishonest. They charged me for services they never provided ( to my wife weeks after she died!!) and deducted money from my bank account and when we br
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This is a very poorly run business and they are dishonest. They charged me for services they never provided ( to my wife weeks after she died!!) and deducted money from my bank account and when we brought this to their attention they said they would reverse the charge and have not done so!!! We have called several times and have not called us back once!!!!!!
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This is a very poorly run business and they are dishonest. They charged me for services they never provided ( to my wife weeks after she died!!) and deducted money from my bank account and when we br
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This is a very poorly run business and they are dishonest. They charged me for services they never provided ( to my wife weeks after she died!!) and deducted money from my bank account and when we brought this to their attention they said they would reverse the charge and have not done so!!! We have called several times and have not called us back once!!!!!!
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Right at Home Boynton Beach, FL
200 Knuth Rd, Suite 246, Boynton Beach, FL, 33436
<p>Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation. We offer companionship and help with everyday tasks that have become challenging for an aging person.
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<p>Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation. We offer companionship and help with everyday tasks that have become challenging for an aging person. This may include things like meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, hygiene and grooming. We also offer services for those with special care situations caused by numerous medical conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Call us to learn more about the specific services we provide.</p>
<h5>Custom Care Plan</h5>
<p>From the moment you call, we begin considering the specific needs of your loved one. We ask questions during the initial call or meeting to form a basic needs assessment. After discussing your particular situation, we will prepare an initial Custom Care Plan and then work with you to fine tune that Care Plan based on your loved one's specific needs. Once the plan is agreed upon, your local Right at Home team matches the right caregiver to implement the plan.</p>
<h5>Caregiver Training and Care Supervision</h5>
<p>Every Right at Home caregiver goes through an extensive interview process, including background checks. Once hired, caregivers are trained through Right at Home University to ensure that they're able to deliver the care set out in your loved one's Custom Care Plan. Before providing care, they're bonded and insured.</p>
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<p>Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation. We offer companionship and help with everyday tasks that have become challenging for an aging person.
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<p>Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation. We offer companionship and help with everyday tasks that have become challenging for an aging person. This may include things like meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, hygiene and grooming. We also offer services for those with special care situations caused by numerous medical conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Call us to learn more about the specific services we provide.</p>
<h5>Custom Care Plan</h5>
<p>From the moment you call, we begin considering the specific needs of your loved one. We ask questions during the initial call or meeting to form a basic needs assessment. After discussing your particular situation, we will prepare an initial Custom Care Plan and then work with you to fine tune that Care Plan based on your loved one's specific needs. Once the plan is agreed upon, your local Right at Home team matches the right caregiver to implement the plan.</p>
<h5>Caregiver Training and Care Supervision</h5>
<p>Every Right at Home caregiver goes through an extensive interview process, including background checks. Once hired, caregivers are trained through Right at Home University to ensure that they're able to deliver the care set out in your loved one's Custom Care Plan. Before providing care, they're bonded and insured.</p>
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BrightStar Care Delray Beach
5300 West Atlantic Ave., Suite 501, Delray Beach, FL, 33484
The provided service has helped him a lot with his personal care.
They are very nice and helpful when I talk to them.
The provided service has helped him a lot with his personal care.
They are very nice and helpful when I talk to them.
Assisting Hands Palm Beach
1870 Forest Hills Blvd, Suite 210, West Palm Beach, FL, 33405
My friend in his 80s needed extra care in independent living and contacted Assisting Hands Palm Beach. Thank God he did! He and I were close for 12 years, but with COVID imposing isolation there and w
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My friend in his 80s needed extra care in independent living and contacted Assisting Hands Palm Beach. Thank God he did! He and I were close for 12 years, but with COVID imposing isolation there and where I lived, it was nearly impossible to visit him for nearly a year. However, I did in November and December of 2020 when things opened up some. I met his aides Laurie and Kristy. They were with him from 8 am to 8 pm 7 days a week. I was so impressed with the excellent care they gave him. In April of this year, my friend had to go to the hospital and had to remain there for 32 days, at which time he passed away on May 4th. His family wanted Assisting Hands to be with him during his hospitalization. I visited him in ICU 3 times and observed Kristy taking excellent care of him – his every need! Even nurses in ICU cannot give a patient continuous care. Kristy was there every day from 7 am to 7 pm or when they made her leave. I was astounded at all she did for him every minute and she made him feel so comfortable being with her in his last days. He could not talk from being intubated but she always seemed to know what he wanted. Having had this experience, I have resolved that at my age of 75 now, whenever I need extra help I will call Assisting Hands, and I will tell others to do the same, whether for short respite care or during hospitalization. I lost my friend, but I found an invaluable resource for my future. God bless this organization and its fine workers. Gail Tyndall Jupiter
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My friend in his 80s needed extra care in independent living and contacted Assisting Hands Palm Beach. Thank God he did! He and I were close for 12 years, but with COVID imposing isolation there and w
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My friend in his 80s needed extra care in independent living and contacted Assisting Hands Palm Beach. Thank God he did! He and I were close for 12 years, but with COVID imposing isolation there and where I lived, it was nearly impossible to visit him for nearly a year. However, I did in November and December of 2020 when things opened up some. I met his aides Laurie and Kristy. They were with him from 8 am to 8 pm 7 days a week. I was so impressed with the excellent care they gave him. In April of this year, my friend had to go to the hospital and had to remain there for 32 days, at which time he passed away on May 4th. His family wanted Assisting Hands to be with him during his hospitalization. I visited him in ICU 3 times and observed Kristy taking excellent care of him – his every need! Even nurses in ICU cannot give a patient continuous care. Kristy was there every day from 7 am to 7 pm or when they made her leave. I was astounded at all she did for him every minute and she made him feel so comfortable being with her in his last days. He could not talk from being intubated but she always seemed to know what he wanted. Having had this experience, I have resolved that at my age of 75 now, whenever I need extra help I will call Assisting Hands, and I will tell others to do the same, whether for short respite care or during hospitalization. I lost my friend, but I found an invaluable resource for my future. God bless this organization and its fine workers. Gail Tyndall Jupiter
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Comfort Keepers
2632 Hollywood Blvd, #101, Hollywood, FL, 33020
My wife has vascular dementia, and luckily, the caregiver knows about this because her mother had it, so she knows what to do when I’m not here. In addition to taking care of my wife while I’m away, s
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My wife has vascular dementia, and luckily, the caregiver knows about this because her mother had it, so she knows what to do when I’m not here. In addition to taking care of my wife while I’m away, she helps around the house. On the days when I can’t be here, the services are very favorable. I can do it with peace in mind in knowing my wife is going to be taken care of.
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My wife has vascular dementia, and luckily, the caregiver knows about this because her mother had it, so she knows what to do when I’m not here. In addition to taking care of my wife while I’m away, s
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My wife has vascular dementia, and luckily, the caregiver knows about this because her mother had it, so she knows what to do when I’m not here. In addition to taking care of my wife while I’m away, she helps around the house. On the days when I can’t be here, the services are very favorable. I can do it with peace in mind in knowing my wife is going to be taken care of.
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Better Healthcare
14201 W Sunrise Blvd, Sunrise, FL, 33323
Caring for your loved from a distance is a difficult time. Our family wanted to know that her caregivers were both kind and compassionate . We also wanted to have open lines of communication with our
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Caring for your loved from a distance is a difficult time. Our family wanted to know that her caregivers were both kind and compassionate . We also wanted to have open lines of communication with our chosen agency and caregivers.
Better Health provided this and more. We were always informed about how our mom was doing and what changes in her health occurred. The caregivers also worked well with our hospice team so that mom’s care was covered. professionally and completely.
If there were any questions, Amy was always just a phone call away and went above and beyond the usual services you would expect.
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Caring for your loved from a distance is a difficult time. Our family wanted to know that her caregivers were both kind and compassionate . We also wanted to have open lines of communication with our
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Caring for your loved from a distance is a difficult time. Our family wanted to know that her caregivers were both kind and compassionate . We also wanted to have open lines of communication with our chosen agency and caregivers.
Better Health provided this and more. We were always informed about how our mom was doing and what changes in her health occurred. The caregivers also worked well with our hospice team so that mom’s care was covered. professionally and completely.
If there were any questions, Amy was always just a phone call away and went above and beyond the usual services you would expect.
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Elite Senior Home Care
3900 Woodlake Blvd, Suite 206, Greenacres, FL, 33463
Choosing Elite was a great decision. I am grateful every day that I chose this agency. We have been using them for over 2 years. I can’t even imagine anything more they could do for us. They have alwa
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Choosing Elite was a great decision. I am grateful every day that I chose this agency. We have been using them for over 2 years. I can’t even imagine anything more they could do for us. They have always provided amazing care for my dad. They take him wherever he needs to go, help with household chores, laundry and food prep.They are extremely accommodating whenever his needs change. We went from 12 hours per week up to 24/7 coverage. They were able to bring in caring and competent staff on very short notice. The owner, Christine, is totally dedicated to her business. She has helped us out at all hours of the day and on holidays. I trust them with my dad’s life and have full confidence in them.
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Choosing Elite was a great decision. I am grateful every day that I chose this agency. We have been using them for over 2 years. I can’t even imagine anything more they could do for us. They have alwa
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Choosing Elite was a great decision. I am grateful every day that I chose this agency. We have been using them for over 2 years. I can’t even imagine anything more they could do for us. They have always provided amazing care for my dad. They take him wherever he needs to go, help with household chores, laundry and food prep.They are extremely accommodating whenever his needs change. We went from 12 hours per week up to 24/7 coverage. They were able to bring in caring and competent staff on very short notice. The owner, Christine, is totally dedicated to her business. She has helped us out at all hours of the day and on holidays. I trust them with my dad’s life and have full confidence in them.
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FirstLight HomeCare of the Gold Coast
80 NE 4th Avenue, Suite 21, Delray Beach, FL, 33483
I wanted to write about how pleased I was with the services provided by FirstLight Homecare of the Gold Coast. They provided wonderful aides on time and at a very fair price. They also have a wonder
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I wanted to write about how pleased I was with the services provided by FirstLight Homecare of the Gold Coast. They provided wonderful aides on time and at a very fair price. They also have a wonderful relationship with the Veterans Administration.
They provided wonderful support to my family when we needed it most. I would not hesitate to use them again.
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I wanted to write about how pleased I was with the services provided by FirstLight Homecare of the Gold Coast. They provided wonderful aides on time and at a very fair price. They also have a wonder
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I wanted to write about how pleased I was with the services provided by FirstLight Homecare of the Gold Coast. They provided wonderful aides on time and at a very fair price. They also have a wonderful relationship with the Veterans Administration.
They provided wonderful support to my family when we needed it most. I would not hesitate to use them again.
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Nautilus Senior Home Care
516 Lancaster St , Boynton Beach, FL, 33487
We have Nautilus, and so far we’re very happy with the people that are tending to my mother. The people are very good and responsive. If needed, they stay later without any issue at all.
We have Nautilus, and so far we’re very happy with the people that are tending to my mother. The people are very good and responsive. If needed, they stay later without any issue at all.
Happier At Home – Boca Raton
3200 N Federal Hwy Suite 206-11, , FL , Boca Raton, FL, 33431
The Caregivers are really passionate, always on time, even with people with Alzheimer’s like my father.
The Caregivers are really passionate, always on time, even with people with Alzheimer’s like my father.
Complete Home Care Of The Palm Beaches Llc
399 NW 2nd Ave Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL, 33433
Complete Home Care is very nice. I had some issues with some of their aides, but they sent new ones who are nice and competent. It’s a large company. The gentleman I’m working with, Dean, is lovely. T
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Complete Home Care is very nice. I had some issues with some of their aides, but they sent new ones who are nice and competent. It’s a large company. The gentleman I’m working with, Dean, is lovely. They got me a physician down there that my mother could go to, they helped me get an appointment, and they’ve just been top-notch. I have an hourly aide for light housekeeping and making sure my mom is showered and fed. The aides take Mom to her physical therapy, so the company provides people who can drive. They also provide meal and transportation assistance.
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Complete Home Care is very nice. I had some issues with some of their aides, but they sent new ones who are nice and competent. It’s a large company. The gentleman I’m working with, Dean, is lovely. T
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Complete Home Care is very nice. I had some issues with some of their aides, but they sent new ones who are nice and competent. It’s a large company. The gentleman I’m working with, Dean, is lovely. They got me a physician down there that my mother could go to, they helped me get an appointment, and they’ve just been top-notch. I have an hourly aide for light housekeeping and making sure my mom is showered and fed. The aides take Mom to her physical therapy, so the company provides people who can drive. They also provide meal and transportation assistance.
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SYNERGY HomeCare of Delray Beach
601 N Congress Ave, Ste 429, Delray Beach, FL, 33445
Synergy has been responsible for providing my mother’s care for about 6 years now and not only are they consummate professionals, they have also gone out of their way many times to help our family on
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Synergy has been responsible for providing my mother’s care for about 6 years now and not only are they consummate professionals, they have also gone out of their way many times to help our family on a very understanding and personal level. I strongly recommend anyone who needs a caregiver to give Synergy a try.
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Synergy has been responsible for providing my mother’s care for about 6 years now and not only are they consummate professionals, they have also gone out of their way many times to help our family on
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Synergy has been responsible for providing my mother’s care for about 6 years now and not only are they consummate professionals, they have also gone out of their way many times to help our family on a very understanding and personal level. I strongly recommend anyone who needs a caregiver to give Synergy a try.
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Boynton Beach 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 Boynton Beach:
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Address: 301 N. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone Number: (561) 355-4794
The LIHEAP program provides relief from high energy costs to prevent service disconnections for needy people, especially the elderly and people with special needs. The amount received depends on total household income, number of individuals living in the home, and whether elderly or disabled individuals or children under age 6 are part of the household. Qualifying households receive up to $750 on a past-due bill. Households whose total income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines receive a credit of up to $600.
Rebuilding Together of the Palm Beaches
Address: 7501 N. Jog Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Phone Number: (561) 697-2700 Ext. 4701
Rebuilding Together provides volunteers to rehabilitate single-family homes of low-income homeowners in Palm Beach County. The homeowner must be a senior, person with disabilities, veteran or family with children under 18 years of age to receive assistance. Applicants must fall within the guidelines for Palm Beach County as established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Electrical, plumbing and minor roof repairs may be covered.
Palm Beach County Community Services Nutrition Program
Address: 810 Datura St., West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone Number: (561) 355-4750
This service is funded by the Federal Older Americans Act and the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners. Seniors aged 60 years and up who are unable to prepare meals, cannot shop for food and do not have anyone else to provide these services may receive free meal delivery.
Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
Address: 21300 Ruth & Baron Coleman Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33428
Phone Number: (561) 852-3333
Emergency financial assistance is available to individuals and families in crisis. A mortgage or rent payment, homeowners’ insurance, in-home care, utilities, medical supplies, hearing aids, eyeglasses or other needs may be covered.
Weatherization Assistance Program
Address: 35801 SW 186th Ave., Homestead, FL 33034
Phone Number: (305) 245-7738 Ext. 236
Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, this program reduces energy costs for low-income households by improving the energy efficiency of the home. To qualify, household income may not exceed 200% above the national poverty level. Preference is given to seniors 60 years and up, physically disabled residents and households with regularly high utility bills. Types of assistance include installation of attic insulation or ventilation, installation of solar screens and repair or replacement of inefficient heating and cooling units or water heaters.
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.
