Wakefield, Massachusetts, is a small town located on the outskirts of the greater Boston metropolitan area. Seniors make up 17.6% of the 27,000 residents living in Wakefield, a slightly higher percentage than the national average. Due in large part to proximity to Boston, the town boasts a thriving arts and culture scene. Both Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women’s are nationally ranked hospitals that boast geriatrics programs rated amongst the top 20 in the country.
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the city shares Boston’s average monthly home care cost of $6,292. Home care is distinct from home health care, which includes light medical services in addition to personal care.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Wakefield– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.