25 Home Care Services for Seniors Serving Methuen, MA
Seniors who call Methuen, Massachusetts, home enjoy suburban city living while staying connected to the community. Among the city’s nearly 50,000 residents, 14.6 percent are 65 and older. A number of things to enjoy for this aging population include year-round activities at the Methuen Senior Activity Center and Nevins Memorial Library, as well as concerts and other live performances at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall. Seniors and their loved ones can shop, dine and watch movies at The Loop or simply relax and appreciate nature at Forest Lake and the Methuen Rail Trail. Methuen also has the state-of-the-art Holy Family Hospital, and the city provides easy access to Boston and New Hampshire.
As part of the Greater Boston region, Methuen is a relatively expensive area for home care. According to Genworth’s 2019 Cost of Care Survey, in-home care in Methuen costs $5,434 monthly, while home health care is slightly higher at $5,482. These amounts are significantly higher than the national monthly averages where in-home care and home health care costs are $4,290 and $4,385, respectively.
Note: Home care cost data wasn’t available for Methuen, so data for the closest city, Boston, was used.
At Caring.com, we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Methuen 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 Methuen, MA
Right at Home Haverhill, MA
350 Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830
Have had wonderful relationship with Haverhill Office. The Staff throughout the years has been great.
My wife is the patient and has grown to know our caregivers as good friends, and sometimes like
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Have had wonderful relationship with Haverhill Office. The Staff throughout the years has been great.
My wife is the patient and has grown to know our caregivers as good friends, and sometimes like daughter. We have been fortunate to have some great help. A couple are thought of as additional daughters.
Highly recommend their services.
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Have had wonderful relationship with Haverhill Office. The Staff throughout the years has been great.
My wife is the patient and has grown to know our caregivers as good friends, and sometimes like
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Have had wonderful relationship with Haverhill Office. The Staff throughout the years has been great.
My wife is the patient and has grown to know our caregivers as good friends, and sometimes like daughter. We have been fortunate to have some great help. A couple are thought of as additional daughters.
Highly recommend their services.
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Home Instead – North Andover, MA
231 Sutton St, Suite 2H, North Andover, MA, 01845
My sister and I contacted Home Instead in North Andover at a difficult moment, when our father began to exhibit signs of serious mental decline that called for 24/7 assistance, when we each lived some
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My sister and I contacted Home Instead in North Andover at a difficult moment, when our father began to exhibit signs of serious mental decline that called for 24/7 assistance, when we each lived some three hours away, in Rhode Island and Connecticut. Within a day or two of our reaching out, the amazing staff had constructed — somehow — a team of caregivers who were with Dad in 6- or 12-hour shifts, consistently, patiently, gently and generously. We frankly were stunned at both the speed of HISC’s response, and the manner with which every aide approached the tasks of being with a very intelligent, private, confused and often obstreperous 89-year old New England Yankee. Everyone to a person has been great: professional, attentive, communicative and able to deal with virtually any issue. We are so grateful. We’ve often looked at each other, wondered what we would have done without this service, and how we might possibly have handled the situation on our own. In a word, we couldn’t.
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My sister and I contacted Home Instead in North Andover at a difficult moment, when our father began to exhibit signs of serious mental decline that called for 24/7 assistance, when we each lived some
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My sister and I contacted Home Instead in North Andover at a difficult moment, when our father began to exhibit signs of serious mental decline that called for 24/7 assistance, when we each lived some three hours away, in Rhode Island and Connecticut. Within a day or two of our reaching out, the amazing staff had constructed — somehow — a team of caregivers who were with Dad in 6- or 12-hour shifts, consistently, patiently, gently and generously. We frankly were stunned at both the speed of HISC’s response, and the manner with which every aide approached the tasks of being with a very intelligent, private, confused and often obstreperous 89-year old New England Yankee. Everyone to a person has been great: professional, attentive, communicative and able to deal with virtually any issue. We are so grateful. We’ve often looked at each other, wondered what we would have done without this service, and how we might possibly have handled the situation on our own. In a word, we couldn’t.
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Senior Helpers Boston North
153 Andover St, Suite 203, Danvers, MA, 01923
The help from Senior Helpers Boston North is fine. They send me some young people who needed some training, but evidently they trained them to listen carefully and follow instructions. They’re doing t
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The help from Senior Helpers Boston North is fine. They send me some young people who needed some training, but evidently they trained them to listen carefully and follow instructions. They’re doing the heavy things that are hard for me because of my spinal stenosis. They do the laundry, load and unload the washer, they get small meals for me, and water the plants — which means carrying heavy water. The girl that I have now comes in two hours, three days a week. She also cleaned the bookcases inside and out. She goes around and cleans whatever needs cleaning, like the mirrors and countertops and so on. It’s really helpful to have them come in and do those things. I find that they are very good people. They are always here on the day they’re supposed to be.
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The help from Senior Helpers Boston North is fine. They send me some young people who needed some training, but evidently they trained them to listen carefully and follow instructions. They’re doing t
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The help from Senior Helpers Boston North is fine. They send me some young people who needed some training, but evidently they trained them to listen carefully and follow instructions. They’re doing the heavy things that are hard for me because of my spinal stenosis. They do the laundry, load and unload the washer, they get small meals for me, and water the plants — which means carrying heavy water. The girl that I have now comes in two hours, three days a week. She also cleaned the bookcases inside and out. She goes around and cleans whatever needs cleaning, like the mirrors and countertops and so on. It’s really helpful to have them come in and do those things. I find that they are very good people. They are always here on the day they’re supposed to be.
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Perfect Care Match
638 Adamsville Road, Westport, MA, 02790
We Provide Stress-Free, Supportive Care Relationships.
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Professional Care Match Provides CONSISTENCY with
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Live-In and Hourly Caregivers
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Caregiving Services Provided By
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We Provide Stress-Free, Supportive Care Relationships.
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Professional Care Match Provides CONSISTENCY with
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Live-In and Hourly Caregivers
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Caregiving Services Provided By
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Experienced CNAs, HHAs and PCAs:
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– Expert Care For Those Challenged With Alzheimer’s & Other Dementia-Related Illnesses-Certified Dementia Practitioners on staff
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<li>Assistance with Ambulation, Safe Transfers, Encouragement of PT/OT</li>
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Exercises-COTA/L on staff
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<li>Assistance with Personal Hygiene, Showering,</li>
Toileting, Incontinence Care</li>
<li>Medication Tracking Program</li>
<li>Meal Preparation for Well Balanced Diets & Specialty Diets</li>
(Low Salt, Diabetic, Renal, Pureed)</li>
<li>Purposeful Engagement & Companionship</li>
<li>Light Housekeeping-Transportation to Appointments & Other Errands</li>
<li>Integrative Care Approach-Board Certified Holistic Practitioner on staff (Holistic Consults Available)</li>
<li>Hospice Support-End of Life Doula Service</li>
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We Provide Stress-Free, Supportive Care Relationships.
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Professional Care Match Provides CONSISTENCY with
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Live-In and Hourly Caregivers
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Caregiving Services Provided By
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We Provide Stress-Free, Supportive Care Relationships.
<p></p>
Professional Care Match Provides CONSISTENCY with
<p></p>
Live-In and Hourly Caregivers
<p></p>
Caregiving Services Provided By
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Experienced CNAs, HHAs and PCAs:
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– Expert Care For Those Challenged With Alzheimer’s & Other Dementia-Related Illnesses-Certified Dementia Practitioners on staff
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<li>Assistance with Ambulation, Safe Transfers, Encouragement of PT/OT</li>
<p></p>
Exercises-COTA/L on staff
<p></p>
<li>Assistance with Personal Hygiene, Showering,</li>
Toileting, Incontinence Care</li>
<li>Medication Tracking Program</li>
<li>Meal Preparation for Well Balanced Diets & Specialty Diets</li>
(Low Salt, Diabetic, Renal, Pureed)</li>
<li>Purposeful Engagement & Companionship</li>
<li>Light Housekeeping-Transportation to Appointments & Other Errands</li>
<li>Integrative Care Approach-Board Certified Holistic Practitioner on staff (Holistic Consults Available)</li>
<li>Hospice Support-End of Life Doula Service</li>
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BrightStar Care Danvers / North Shore
85 Constitution Lane, Suite 200F, Danvers, MA, 01923
They have helped us to know that someone is there.
I like that they are reliable.
They have helped us to know that someone is there.
I like that they are reliable.
Meetcaregivers, Inc.
124 Vernon St. , Newton, MA, 02458
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
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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 slowly and repeat if needed, requiring a lot of patience. She also did not want to be "bossed around," which was difficult when she insisting on doing things that were unsafe for her. Her caregivers were very respectful and handled these situations with professionalism and grace.
When my mother declined quickly and was bedridden for over a week before her death, her devoted caregivers transitioned seamlessly to changing her diapers and giving her bed baths. I was impressed by their wide range of skill sets and their compassion and support as our family went through a difficult time. They became like family to us, staying later and doing extra when needed.
I would recommend MeetCaregivers without reservation for anyone seeking care.
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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
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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 slowly and repeat if needed, requiring a lot of patience. She also did not want to be "bossed around," which was difficult when she insisting on doing things that were unsafe for her. Her caregivers were very respectful and handled these situations with professionalism and grace.
When my mother declined quickly and was bedridden for over a week before her death, her devoted caregivers transitioned seamlessly to changing her diapers and giving her bed baths. I was impressed by their wide range of skill sets and their compassion and support as our family went through a difficult time. They became like family to us, staying later and doing extra when needed.
I would recommend MeetCaregivers without reservation for anyone seeking care.
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CareTrak Home Care LLC
32 Newbury Street, Lowell, MA, 01851
This company was amazing. During my injury, they provided me with the best in-home non-medical care to help me with my leg. I hurt my leg and couldn’t move easily or prepare meals as I could not stand
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This company was amazing. During my injury, they provided me with the best in-home non-medical care to help me with my leg. I hurt my leg and couldn’t move easily or prepare meals as I could not stand for long periods of time. Meal preperation was great; they also helped me with groceries. Be sure to call Pat, she helped get me all set up.
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This company was amazing. During my injury, they provided me with the best in-home non-medical care to help me with my leg. I hurt my leg and couldn’t move easily or prepare meals as I could not stand
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This company was amazing. During my injury, they provided me with the best in-home non-medical care to help me with my leg. I hurt my leg and couldn’t move easily or prepare meals as I could not stand for long periods of time. Meal preperation was great; they also helped me with groceries. Be sure to call Pat, she helped get me all set up.
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Help in Home
841 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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
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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 invested and helped me through the entire process that I was going through. I was getting an elderly woman out of a nursing home and putting her back into her home, which was the reason why I needed his service which was a 24 hour care service. He helped me through the entire thing when I didn’t know what I was doing. Their attention to detail in individual support was amazing.
The caregivers that we had were amazing. There were several of them, because it was 24 hours so they took shifts. They were kind and compassionate and just amazing people; really kind, loving skilled, everything all combined. They were everything that you would want.
It was 24-hour care so it was everything, bathing, toileting, dressing, companion, cooking, and cleaning.
Our family friend was comfortable with the caregivers. She loved them and they had an excellent relationship. They had a passion for taking care of the elderly, which I think was something special.
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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
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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 invested and helped me through the entire process that I was going through. I was getting an elderly woman out of a nursing home and putting her back into her home, which was the reason why I needed his service which was a 24 hour care service. He helped me through the entire thing when I didn’t know what I was doing. Their attention to detail in individual support was amazing.
The caregivers that we had were amazing. There were several of them, because it was 24 hours so they took shifts. They were kind and compassionate and just amazing people; really kind, loving skilled, everything all combined. They were everything that you would want.
It was 24-hour care so it was everything, bathing, toileting, dressing, companion, cooking, and cleaning.
Our family friend was comfortable with the caregivers. She loved them and they had an excellent relationship. They had a passion for taking care of the elderly, which I think was something special.
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Truly Cherished Home Care LLC
305 Whiney St, suite G4, Leominster, MA, 01453
Truly Cherished was unbelievably helpful and kind when our family was in a time of need. My grandfather needed 24 hour assistance at home, especially when COVID restrictions would not allow family to
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Truly Cherished was unbelievably helpful and kind when our family was in a time of need. My grandfather needed 24 hour assistance at home, especially when COVID restrictions would not allow family to visit him. The owner was sure to have someone working, passing off the shift to the next employee. Everyone we met was very sweet and had so many nice things to say about my grandfather. They enjoyed getting to know our family and organization was much easier than with other services we had tried. When something was needed, they recommended options for equipment or services we could buy. When my grandfather passed, they were sure to aid us through the process and provided comfort. Overall extremely pleased with Truly Cherished and I would not hesitate to recommend them to any family requiring home assistance for a loved one.
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Truly Cherished was unbelievably helpful and kind when our family was in a time of need. My grandfather needed 24 hour assistance at home, especially when COVID restrictions would not allow family to
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Truly Cherished was unbelievably helpful and kind when our family was in a time of need. My grandfather needed 24 hour assistance at home, especially when COVID restrictions would not allow family to visit him. The owner was sure to have someone working, passing off the shift to the next employee. Everyone we met was very sweet and had so many nice things to say about my grandfather. They enjoyed getting to know our family and organization was much easier than with other services we had tried. When something was needed, they recommended options for equipment or services we could buy. When my grandfather passed, they were sure to aid us through the process and provided comfort. Overall extremely pleased with Truly Cherished and I would not hesitate to recommend them to any family requiring home assistance for a loved one.
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Associated Home Care, Inc.
495 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
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
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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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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
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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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Seniors Helping Seniors
380 Pearl Street, Reading, MA, 01867
Liesje from Seniors Helping Seniors really took the time to find a good match for my mom. Her companion is dedicated and genuinely concerned about making sure my mom interacts more and participates in
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Liesje from Seniors Helping Seniors really took the time to find a good match for my mom. Her companion is dedicated and genuinely concerned about making sure my mom interacts more and participates in the activities at her assisted living facility.
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Liesje from Seniors Helping Seniors really took the time to find a good match for my mom. Her companion is dedicated and genuinely concerned about making sure my mom interacts more and participates in
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Liesje from Seniors Helping Seniors really took the time to find a good match for my mom. Her companion is dedicated and genuinely concerned about making sure my mom interacts more and participates in the activities at her assisted living facility.
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Comfort Angels Home Care
1 Chestnut Street Ste 337, Nashua, NH, 03060
The Management and staff of Comfort Angels home care are extraordinary. The staff is always on time, they are caring and observant to every need and provide truly excellent care and concern. The man
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The Management and staff of Comfort Angels home care are extraordinary. The staff is always on time, they are caring and observant to every need and provide truly excellent care and concern. The management is always available and able to make changes quickly. We highly recommend them and would use them again without any doubts.
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The Management and staff of Comfort Angels home care are extraordinary. The staff is always on time, they are caring and observant to every need and provide truly excellent care and concern. The man
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The Management and staff of Comfort Angels home care are extraordinary. The staff is always on time, they are caring and observant to every need and provide truly excellent care and concern. The management is always available and able to make changes quickly. We highly recommend them and would use them again without any doubts.
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Dedicated Homecare Services Inc
681 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Guided by the principles of quality, respect, excellence, ethics and integrity, we care for our community through uncompromised Dedication to client care.
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In addition, in order to provide qu
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Guided by the principles of quality, respect, excellence, ethics and integrity, we care for our community through uncompromised Dedication to client care.
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In addition, in order to provide quality driven, patient centered, integrated care to all who entrust us to guide their healing process, health care needs, and individualized care in the comfort of their home or place of residence, we are committed to
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<li>Acknowledging that the employees of an organization create its success</li>
<li>Maintaining no-compromise standard of excellence in healthcare and peoplecare.</li>
<li>Setting a standard of excellence in the delivery of quality and wholesome care</li>
<li>Conducting all business in accordance with the highest ethical principles</li>
<li>Upholding the trust given to us by the families and friends of the clients we take care of.</li>
<li>Focusing on our core values of caring for our patients, our community, and each other</li>
<li>Providing exemplary physical, emotional and spiritual care</li>
<li>Promoting well-being in our community through providing education in wellness and disease/illness management and prevention</li>
<li>Exhibiting stewardship in the management of our employees, operations, and resources to maximize the quality of care, while minimizing the total cost of care</li>
<li>Fostering a nurturing employee and clinical staff environment which embraces accountability, flexibility, personal & professional growth, and respect of each person’s unique strengths and contributions</li>
<li>Partnering with local academic and educational knowledge leaders to foster an environment of continual growth, development, and enrichment among our staff</li>
<li>Embracing change, thinking outside the box, and challenging established assumptions</li>
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In one word, we are committed and dedicated to Excellence in all that we do.
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For our patients, our community & our employees.
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We commit to never losing sight of the fact that we were founded in the belief that we can make life better for the people whose lives we touch, whether they are our patients, their families, or our employees.
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Guided by the principles of quality, respect, excellence, ethics and integrity, we care for our community through uncompromised Dedication to client care.
<p></p>
In addition, in order to provide qu
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Guided by the principles of quality, respect, excellence, ethics and integrity, we care for our community through uncompromised Dedication to client care.
<p></p>
In addition, in order to provide quality driven, patient centered, integrated care to all who entrust us to guide their healing process, health care needs, and individualized care in the comfort of their home or place of residence, we are committed to
<p></p>
<li>Acknowledging that the employees of an organization create its success</li>
<li>Maintaining no-compromise standard of excellence in healthcare and peoplecare.</li>
<li>Setting a standard of excellence in the delivery of quality and wholesome care</li>
<li>Conducting all business in accordance with the highest ethical principles</li>
<li>Upholding the trust given to us by the families and friends of the clients we take care of.</li>
<li>Focusing on our core values of caring for our patients, our community, and each other</li>
<li>Providing exemplary physical, emotional and spiritual care</li>
<li>Promoting well-being in our community through providing education in wellness and disease/illness management and prevention</li>
<li>Exhibiting stewardship in the management of our employees, operations, and resources to maximize the quality of care, while minimizing the total cost of care</li>
<li>Fostering a nurturing employee and clinical staff environment which embraces accountability, flexibility, personal & professional growth, and respect of each person’s unique strengths and contributions</li>
<li>Partnering with local academic and educational knowledge leaders to foster an environment of continual growth, development, and enrichment among our staff</li>
<li>Embracing change, thinking outside the box, and challenging established assumptions</li>
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In one word, we are committed and dedicated to Excellence in all that we do.
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For our patients, our community & our employees.
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We commit to never losing sight of the fact that we were founded in the belief that we can make life better for the people whose lives we touch, whether they are our patients, their families, or our employees.
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Plan B Home Care
100 Trade Center, Ste. G700, Woburn, MA, 01801
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
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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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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
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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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All Care VNA, Hospice & Home Care
16 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901
Not a fan. They come for my mom. They look thru drawers and closets as if it’s not someone’s home and the constant threats to discharge her is why I wouldn’t recommend them. My mom is poor and i
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Not a fan. They come for my mom. They look thru drawers and closets as if it’s not someone’s home and the constant threats to discharge her is why I wouldn’t recommend them. My mom is poor and it feels like she’s treated like she’s poor, exempting all this from fear to speak up at all. Anyone who’s come is very pushy. They don’t lift, pet allergies etc. unfortunate.
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Not a fan. They come for my mom. They look thru drawers and closets as if it’s not someone’s home and the constant threats to discharge her is why I wouldn’t recommend them. My mom is poor and i
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Not a fan. They come for my mom. They look thru drawers and closets as if it’s not someone’s home and the constant threats to discharge her is why I wouldn’t recommend them. My mom is poor and it feels like she’s treated like she’s poor, exempting all this from fear to speak up at all. Anyone who’s come is very pushy. They don’t lift, pet allergies etc. unfortunate.
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Altranais Home Care
1501 Main St Suite 32, Tewksbury, MA, 01876
Worst company ever, not helpful. My husband and I lost all our hours thanks to them. Stay as far away from this compa y a’s possible. They don’t even answer calls or pays employees
Worst company ever, not helpful. My husband and I lost all our hours thanks to them. Stay as far away from this compa y a’s possible. They don’t even answer calls or pays employees
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Methuen 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 Methuen:
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc.
Address: 280 Merrimack Street, Suite 400, Lawrence, MA 01843
Phone: (978) 683-7747
This non-profit organization is a designated federal Area Agency on Aging (AAA) that serves seniors and persons with disabilities in Northeast Massachusetts. Some of the program’s services offered by ESMV are:
- Home care services including personal care, companionship, housekeeping and home-delivered meals
- Meals on Wheels nutrition program
- Family Caregiver Support Program providing counseling, respite care, training and support groups
- Care Transitions Program helping elders reduce avoidable hospital readmissions
- Protective services
Methuen Assessor’s Office
Address: Searles Building, Room 103, 41 Pleasant Street, Methuen, MA 01844
Phone: (978) 983-8530
The City of Methuen Office of the City Assessor provides information on property tax exemption for elderly residents. Different qualifications are granted to seniors 60+ and 70+, widows, disabled veterans and the legally blind. Other criteria for eligibility are income and property ownership status as specified by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.
Northern Essex Elder Transport, Inc.
Address: 100 Main Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
Phone: (978) 388-7474
This non-profit volunteer driver program provides affordable curb-to-curb transportation for seniors going to local and out-of-town medical appointments, as well as shopping destinations and other places for errands. NEET serves 14 communities in the Merrimack Valley area, which includes Methuen. Volunteer drivers use their own vehicles, and they receive supplemental automobile insurance and mileage reimbursement.
GLCAC LIHEAP and Fuel Assistance
Address: 305 Essex Street, 2nd Floor, Lawrence, MA 01840
Phone: (978) 681-4950
The Greater Lawrence Community Action Council provides assistance to Methuen seniors 65 years and older in need of support in paying their energy bills. Eligibility is based on the federal guidelines for a household’s gross income, and payments are made directly to the fuel provider. Home visits are available to homebound elderly applicants who are handicapped, and supplemental benefits may be provided.
GLCAC Project SENIOR
Address: 305 Essex Street, 2nd Floor, Lawrence, MA 01840
Phone: (978) 681-4950
This free home safety repair program by the Greater Lawrence Community Action Council and Lawrence Community Development Department is funded by Wells Fargo and has been serving seniors, including those in Methuen, since 2005. Some of the home safety services covered include the installation and repair handrails, grab bars, steps, ramps and bathroom fans, as well as the removal of hazardous components.
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.
