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288 Groveland Street, Ste B, Haverhill, MA, 01830
4.8
(89 reviews)
"Alva is awonderful aid. Very pleasant and hard working I would welcome her back anytime lol . Thank you for sending me her . We talked a lot an had a wonderful time together...."
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231 Sutton St, Suite 2H, North Andover, MA, 01845
5.0
(6 reviews)
"My mom received excellent home care services with Home Instead in North Andover for 8months . The aides were sweet & compassionate . We cannot thank them enough ...."
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153 Andover St, Suite 203, Danvers, MA, 01923
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I have Senior Helpers Boston North come into the home. I love when you call somebody and they answer. The girl who came here to evaluate was so nice. She was amazing. She was the coordinator of it all. She laid it all out, and told us what things had..."
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60 Island St, Lawrence, MA, 01840
At Senior Helpers Lawrence, MA, our mission is to ensure a better quality of life for our elderly clients and their families by providing dependable and affordable care. We are a trusted and respected organization that takes a responsible role in supporting our clients and their families, our employees, and our community. Our comprehensive process enables us to guarantee that you will be happy with your caregiver from Senior Helpers. We have a large staff of Certified Home Health Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants, all of whom are employees of Senior Helpers and undergo extensive training and background screening, allowing us to find the perfect fit for your family. Our staff also includes Registered Nurses who oversee the care of each of our clients. Please reach out today to schedule your free in-home care assessment!
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60 Leo M. Birmingham Parkway, Suites 205 & 208, Boston, MA, 02135
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5 Thomas Rd, Methuen, MA, 01844
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Let me start out by saying Dana is the most kind, compassionate, organized caregiver I have ever met. She has the best communication and coordinates all of her schedules very precisely. I cannot say enough great things about this agency. I have been ..."
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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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73 Newton Road, Plaistow, NH, 03865
The mission of CareCo Shoreline is to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and customized in-home services designed to help individuals remain in their homes, safe and strong. At CareCo Shoreline we understand that going—and staying—home is sometimes easier said than done. Illness, injury, and even the simple act of aging can present challenges to remaining in one’s home. We’re here to help you overcome those challenges. At CareCo Shoreline, we offer a wide range of non-medical supportive services designed to help you maintain your independence and your dignity as you remain in the comfort and familiarity of your own home. These in-home services are offered on an hourly and live in basis and are customizable—you get the help you need when you need it. Welcome to CareCo Shoreline, where our specialty is compassionate service, delivered. Contact us today for more information.
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300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 200F, Danvers, MA, 01923
4.5
(86 reviews)
"A Google User A Google User just now I give it 1 star just because I have to select 1 but thumbs down is my rating. This place sucks with 24 hr care, hasn't been 2 years I've had their service and had 200+ people come to my house. I've had nurs..."
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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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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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800 Turnpike St., Suite 300 , North Andover, MA, 01845
4.9
(17 reviews)
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32 Newbury Street, Lowell, MA, 01851
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father just recently passed away, however I felt that I needed to write about CareTrak Home Care because of how much they did for him. As a military man, my father was extremely stubborn and refused to move into an assisted living facility. After ..."
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841 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I chose them after speaking to the owner. He called me back right away and we spoke on the phone. He was actually the only person that called me back after I had reached out to them. Their care we're phenomenal. They were amazing. The owner was very..."
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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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346 Turnpike Red, #2307, Westborough, MA, 01581
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Zynab and her team of caregivers provided a valuable support to our family when our Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and Dementia. There attendance was wonderful, caregivers were gentle, professional, helpful and supportive. Their service were b..."
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100 Trade Center, Ste. G700, Woburn, MA, 01801
4.0
(1 reviews)
"A friend recommended Plan B to me. We've been pleased with everything. Esther is good in checking and communicating with me. She's on top of everything. My parents like their caregivers. They're doing a great job. ..."
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129 Dodge Street, Suite One, Beverly, MA, 01915
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Comfort Keepers was just fine. They helped my mother with the chores around the house and with the laundry. They showed up on time, called ahead, and managed appropriately. ..."
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16 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901
3.0
(7 reviews)
"Prompt and very pleasant Easy to establish a helpful routine after returning home from a hospital stay..."
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10 South Main Street, Suite 208, Topsfield, MA, 01833
Bring Care Home opened its doors in 2004 with a passion to create positive change for families and loved ones. Our services allow seniors, the disabled and those recovering from illness to continue living in the home they love with the dignity and respect they deserve. Those we serve on the North Shore, in Merrimack Valley and in Greater Boston are our neighbors, our friends, and sometimes families just like your own struggling to balance it all. Whether the need is for a couple of hours a week, to 24-hr or live-in care, we are here to help. We offer private pay services, as well as coordinate services through many of the state agencies, offering families even more options. Families can speak with our Client Care Manager at any time and we pride ourselves on quick response and open communication. Our care team's Nurse Manager directly oversees our many caregivers in the field. We realize this can be a stressful time for families and we are committed to restoring peace of mind. We are available 24/7 for your convenience. Call us today for a free consultation. Our services include: Homemaking/Companionship Socialization Safety supervision Read and play games Diet monitoring Medication reminders Meal preparation Shopping/errands Companion for outings Recreational activities (walks/etc.) Laundry Light housekeeping (vacuuming, dusting) Taking out garbage Incidental transportation (doctor's appointments, church, hair salon, shopping) Personal Care/Home Health Aide Feeding Toileting Assist with grooming & dressing Bathing/showering & stand by assistance Mouth & denture care Shaving with electric razor Incontinence care Emptying catheter bags Positioning in bed Transfers & mechanical lift Assistance with walking Range of motion exercises Live-in care Respite care Transitioning from hospital/rehab support Caregivers Caregiver Skills Include: Patient Transfers, Transition Issues, Family Communication, Communicating with Dementia Patients Caregivers are employed, bonded and insured: Yes RN on staff: Yes Caregivers are available 24 hours a day: Yes Caregivers are available to assisted living facilities: Yes
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The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that home care costs in Groveland and the rest of the Boston area run about $6,292 per month. This is higher than the state and national averages by $381 and $1,335 respectively. Cities like Fitchburg in south central Massachusetts, Springfield in the west central part of the state and Pittsfield to the far west are out of the Boston metropolitan area and tend to be less expensive by hundreds per month.
Groveland
$6,292
Massachusetts
$5,911
The United States
$4,957
Fitchburg
$5,720
Springfield
$5,339
Pittsfield
$5,625
Home care may be a good choice for seniors who need extra help around the house and with personal care activities. Those who require light medical assistance may choose home health care at a slightly lower price. Assisted living runs $500 more than home care, and skilled nursing adds $6,800 to the monthly bill; these may be necessary for more extensive care. The least expensive option is adult day care, available outside the home only during weekday business hours.
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 Groveland 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 Groveland:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP) | (617) 204-3600 | 600 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111 | This program, offered by the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, provides loans at 0% interest to help seniors and other adults with disabilities make accessibility improvements to their homes. These changes may include wider doors, grab bars in the bathroom and ramps for wheelchairs. Ranging from $1,000 to $50,000, the loans are based on household size, and each home can only take out one loan. |
| Energy Savings and Fuel Assistance | (978) 768-7932 | 17 Pickering St., Essex, MA 01929 | Essex county-based programs for energy and fuel cost assistance ensure that some low-income seniors can stay warm during the winter. Agencies providing fuel assistance for seniors can be found here. |
| Action, Inc. | (978) 283-7874 | 180 Main St., Gloucester, MA 01930 | Gloucester-based Action, Inc. serves Groveland and all of Essex County, as well as surrounding counties. Low-income seniors can get help with paying for heating during the winter and may also be able to get help weatherizing their homes. |
| Homestead Exemptions for Property Tax | (978) 557-1900 | Northern Essex Registry of Deeds, 354 Merrimack St. Suite 304 (C), Lawrence, MA 01843 | In Groveland and throughout Massachusetts, seniors can save money on their property tax bills. Homestead Exemptions remove $125,000 to $500,000 from the assessed value of seniors’ homes. Seniors must live in the property listed on their homestead applications and work with their local municipality to evaluate their requests. |
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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