Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Cambridge, MA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 5.0 out of 5 stars across the 85 options below.
2 Florence St , Malden, MA, 02148
4.8
(8 reviews)
"Cathy provides light housekeeping for me once a week for two hours She is an excellent worker, very thorough and particular about what she does. She is pleasant and always on time. I’m hoping she can be my forever helper!..."
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6 Beacon St, Suite 525, Boston, MA, 02108
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Thay provide home care for my 98 Year Old mother. They arrive on time and stay late if needed. Any concerns I have I can talk to the caregiver and resolve any issues or they will answer any questions that I may have. If I need to call the office for..."
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60 Leo M. Birmingham Parkway, Suites 205 & 208, Boston, MA, 02135
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560 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care Caring starts with people who care. At Care With Care Homehealth Care, we take pride in ourselves for being at the heart of caring through our Mission: ”To bring hope and a smile in every environment that we engage in.” Care With Care Homehealth Care is a Non Franchise Home Care Agency, that is Bonded, Licensed and Insured. We know how important choosing a quality care provider can be. The staff at Care with Care HomeHealth Care are special people. We take joy in our ability to make a difference in the lives of our patients and families. Each staff at Care with Care HomeHealth Care are carefully selected, screened and trained for the capable and compassionate care for families, seniors, elderly and the handicap. At Care with Care Home Health Care we put your needs first by providing : Quality Care with Quality Care Givers Personal Service with Personalized Services based on your needs Dependable personal caregivers Among the people we do take care of are: Special needs children and young adults Mentally and Physically challenged individuals Dementia and Alzheimer’s challenged individuals ALS and Parkinson’s Disease
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100 Summit Dr, Workbar , Burlington, MA, 01803
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I am using Home Helpers Home Care of Burlington, MA, for my parents. They put us at ease. They were able to lay out exactly what the plan could be for making sure that my mom was taken care of and the trip that I had to go on. They've been easy to wo..."
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6 Swift Lane, Sharon, MA, 02067
Qualicare offers compassionate, personalized home care designed to give you peace of mind. Through our 360° Approach, we look at the whole picture and not just the tasks. We consider your loved one’s medical needs, routines, and family dynamics to create a care plan that supports their full well-being and helps them stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home.
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375 Concord Avenue, Suite #102, Belmont, MA, 02478
4.9
(16 reviews)
"Always Best Care consistently goes above & beyond--and we've relied on them for over 3 years now. Very responsive, tireless--proactively supportive. The caregivers are well-trained & warmly attentive. e.g., our current Aide is thoughtful to the point..."
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100 Everett Ave Suite #4, Chelsea, MA, 02150
4.6
(33 reviews)
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275 Grove Street, Suite 2-400 , Newton, MA, 02466
5.0
(10 reviews)
"Foundational Health Home Care is an excellent agency, they assisted my Elderly Father until his recent passing. Their staff was always very caring and compassionate in attending to his needs. He always spoke good about how the caregivers and care man..."
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594 Marrett Road #13, Lexington, MA, 02421
4.6
(12 reviews)
"Locally owned + family run. Very responsive service from office staff. Excellent caregivers. The best we have found for our fussy parents. ..."
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124 Vernon St. , Newton, MA, 02458
5.0
(6 reviews)
"MeetCaregivers is a fabulous agency. They are responsive and sensitive to the needs of the client and family, and work hard to find the right match(es). For example, my mother was extremely hard of hearing and needed caregivers who could speak slo..."
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204 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA, 02451
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I feel so fortunate to have been introduced to Mature Caregivers and to have benefitted from your Caregiver's (David) time with my husband who has advanced Dementia. The caregiver spends time going through family albums, going out for walks, doing ex..."
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1408 Centre St, Roslindale, MA, 02131
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The Team at Boston Best has added quality years to my Mom's life. Honest, Integrity, Compassion and Patience. Thanks Gina!!!..."
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24 Kenmar Dr, Billerica, MA, 01821
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We are using Arise and Shine Homecare for my mother. We love them. My mother loves the woman that's taking care of her. Any problems we've had, they've helped us work through it. They help change her and clean her up because my mother is not mobile a..."
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945 Concord Street, Framingham, MA, 01701
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I hired Simply Elder Care one time. It worked out well. The agency put me in touch with an experienced woman who came to the house once a day for six days for two hours. She mostly provided monitoring and companionship for my father while we were awa..."
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330 Lynn Way, #346, Lynn, MA, 01901
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I have been using this for agency for few months now, they’re amazing, very caring, great service, nothing but the best. Caregivers arrive on time to care for my aunty. My Initial call and request for personal care needs were handled quickly. They ab..."
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100 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA, 02114
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Staff at Elevation Homecare Agency have made a great difference in the lives of my parents. They have been instrumental in seeking to make sure my parents have the best care during their golden years. They recommended care plans that have helpe..."
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5 Bristol Dr, South Easton, MA, 02375
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I have been a client of Advanced Care for a while now and my way of life has improved dramatically. My aid and I get along great and have a wonderful relationship. She helps with light housekeeping, personal care and errands. The Registered Nurse com..."
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1 Church Court, Boston, MA, 02129
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother had a stoke a few years ago and it turned my life upside down. The constant care required with the appointments, medication reminders and meal prep was more than we could handle while working full time. Always Here came to my aid. Their sta..."
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495 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Associated Home Care is very good. They clean and take me grocery shopping. Each caregiver comes once a week, and each is very friendly and cooperative. I'm happy with the communication from the home office to me. ..."
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Based on care costs in nearby Boston, average home care rates in Cambridge are estimated at $6,292 per month. This is about $1,300 more than the national average and a couple hundred more than the state average. The only surveyed city with higher monthly home care rates is Barnstable, where agencies charge nearly $400 more. In Worcester and Pittsfield, care costs are roughly $600 less. In Springfield, rates are nearly $1,000 lower than in Cambridge.
Cambridge
$6,292
Massachusetts
$5,911
The United States
$4,957
Barnstable
$6,673
Worcester
$5,720
Springfield
$5,339
Pittsfield
$5,625
Home care agencies in Cambridge charge $6,292 monthly for nonmedical services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation and help with personal care activities. Home health care agencies provide these services along with skilled nursing services such as wound care and vitals monitoring. Despite this, average home health care costs trend about $50 lower per month. Adult day care is about $4,700 less per month than home care, while assisted living and nursing home care are both more expensive.
Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Care
$1,614
Assisted Living
$6,819
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Note: Data for Cambridge was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boston, 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 Cambridge:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services Meals and Nutrition | (617) 628-2601 | 61 Medford Street, Somerville, MA 02143-3429 | Cambridge seniors aged 60 and older who need help maintaining a healthy diet can access a range of free and low-cost nutritional supports through Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services. The agency operates the local Meals on Wheels program and congregate meal sites throughout Cambridge, provides nutritional counseling, distributes farmer’s market coupons and offers low-cost Ensure drinks to those who struggle to eat solid foods. |
| Citywide Senior Center | (617) 349-6060 | 806 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139 | Operated by Cambridge’s Department of Human Services, the Citywide Senior Center is a one-stop community center for older adults. Seniors can sign up for a variety of free and low-cost fitness classes and workshops, participate in health and wellness lectures, join an escorted day trip to nearby attractions and learn about local volunteer opportunities and senior services. |
| MBTA The RIDE Paratransit Service | (617) 337-2727 | 10 Park Plaza, Room 3910, Boston, MA 02116 | The RIDE is the regional ADA-compliant paratransit service operated by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. This service provides low-cost, door-to-door transportation for those who are unable to use the regular fixed-route public transit system due to temporary or permanent disability. The RIDE can be used to travel throughout the MBTA’s service area, which includes all 58 cities and towns within the greater Boston area. |
| Department of Veterans’ Services | (617) 349-4760 | 51 Inman Street, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139 | Veterans, as well as their survivors and dependents, can contact the Department of Veterans’ Services for help with accessing VA benefits that can be used to help cover home care costs, such as the Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhanced pension programs. Staff at the DVS can also assist with VA medical services and life insurance benefits, help vets obtain their service records, and apply for VA disability and death benefits. |
| Cambridge and Somerville Legal Services | (617) 371-1234 | 197 Friend Street, Boston, MA 02114 | Low-income seniors aged 60 and older can access free legal information and assistance for non-criminal matters through Cambridge and Somerville Legal Services. The organization can help seniors secure federal benefits, access MassHealth services and deal with issues related to aging such as guardianship and elder abuse. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
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.
Home Care
Harriet Roberts
5.0
Review of Purple Nurse Home Care
I needed to find companion for my Mom who has Alzheimers before she deteriorated and passed. Purple Nurse sent the right person. Mom was happier and her mood completely changed. I will always be...
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