Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, has a high percentage of seniors who call the area home. In fact, nearly 25% of the state’s population of close to 44,000 is aged 65 and older. Crime in the city is low, and according to the annual BestPlaces Air Quality Index, the air quality in the city is better than the national average. For accidents and injuries, the Henry Ford Medical Center provides top notch medical care.
Seniors who prefer to remain in their homes in Bloomfield Hills can choose from home care or home health care. Home care provides help with daily living while home health offers medical care. The average cost for both is $5,529 per month.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Bloomfield Hills area – 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.
Directory of Home Care Services in Bloomfield Hills, MI
10 W. Square Lake Rd., Ste 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48302
I love the caregiver, she is the main caregiver and has been an angle. She is very good with my parents.
The lady that interviewed us was pleasant and took her time and I was impressed in the presen
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I love the caregiver, she is the main caregiver and has been an angle. She is very good with my parents.
The lady that interviewed us was pleasant and took her time and I was impressed in the presentation.
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I love the caregiver, she is the main caregiver and has been an angle. She is very good with my parents.
The lady that interviewed us was pleasant and took her time and I was impressed in the presen
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I love the caregiver, she is the main caregiver and has been an angle. She is very good with my parents.
The lady that interviewed us was pleasant and took her time and I was impressed in the presentation.
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725 S Adams Rd, Suite L-196, Clawson, MI, 48017
Home Instead’s caregivers gave my mom the best care possible. I never had a second thought of my mom being in the best care while they were with her. They went above and beyond to make her safe, com
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Home Instead’s caregivers gave my mom the best care possible. I never had a second thought of my mom being in the best care while they were with her. They went above and beyond to make her safe, comfortable and happy. The caregivers were all professional, caring and on time. The office staff was very accommodating to our many shift changes and requests. I would recommend them to anyone needing this kind of care for their loved one.
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Home Instead’s caregivers gave my mom the best care possible. I never had a second thought of my mom being in the best care while they were with her. They went above and beyond to make her safe, com
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Home Instead’s caregivers gave my mom the best care possible. I never had a second thought of my mom being in the best care while they were with her. They went above and beyond to make her safe, comfortable and happy. The caregivers were all professional, caring and on time. The office staff was very accommodating to our many shift changes and requests. I would recommend them to anyone needing this kind of care for their loved one.
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296 S Main Street, Plymouth, MI, 48170
Caregiving Experts takes a customized approach to working closely with clients and families to design and deliver personalized care plans that are adaptable and flexible to meet the individual needs o
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Caregiving Experts takes a customized approach to working closely with clients and families to design and deliver personalized care plans that are adaptable and flexible to meet the individual needs of each client. We foster the client’s physical and emotional well-being, with an understanding that everyone’s daily needs are different and unique. That is why we offer a complimentary home care needs assessment. Your loved one will have a customized plan of care specific to their need.
Offering a wide range of in-home care services, including assistance with personal care needs, incontinence care, safety supervision, companionship, meal prep, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and laundry assistance. All of the things that make living at home more manageable for our clients.
Caregiving Experts provides care for clients anywhere they call home. For some, it is in Senior Living Communities such as Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We are committed to not only delivering care to our clients in their own homes but also in the different type of senior communities. This can be helpful when clients transition to Assisted Living and/or Memory Care and they are adjusting to a recent move, clients who may experience increased confusion and/or sundowning, we work to provide supplemental care for these facilities.
Caregiving Experts specializes in Dementia Care, Live-in services, and care for clients with chronic health concerns. Although we are a private pay company, we accept Long Term care Insurance and VA Aid and Attendance benefits.
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Caregiving Experts takes a customized approach to working closely with clients and families to design and deliver personalized care plans that are adaptable and flexible to meet the individual needs o
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Caregiving Experts takes a customized approach to working closely with clients and families to design and deliver personalized care plans that are adaptable and flexible to meet the individual needs of each client. We foster the client’s physical and emotional well-being, with an understanding that everyone’s daily needs are different and unique. That is why we offer a complimentary home care needs assessment. Your loved one will have a customized plan of care specific to their need.
Offering a wide range of in-home care services, including assistance with personal care needs, incontinence care, safety supervision, companionship, meal prep, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and laundry assistance. All of the things that make living at home more manageable for our clients.
Caregiving Experts provides care for clients anywhere they call home. For some, it is in Senior Living Communities such as Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We are committed to not only delivering care to our clients in their own homes but also in the different type of senior communities. This can be helpful when clients transition to Assisted Living and/or Memory Care and they are adjusting to a recent move, clients who may experience increased confusion and/or sundowning, we work to provide supplemental care for these facilities.
Caregiving Experts specializes in Dementia Care, Live-in services, and care for clients with chronic health concerns. Although we are a private pay company, we accept Long Term care Insurance and VA Aid and Attendance benefits.
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7925 Jones Branch Dr., Suite LL 140, Mclean, VA, 22102
I’m using HomeCare.com. It’s fine. They’re very good and very responsive to any concerns I have, and they’ve provided me with a good health care aide, not great necessarily, but good. They also provid
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I’m using HomeCare.com. It’s fine. They’re very good and very responsive to any concerns I have, and they’ve provided me with a good health care aide, not great necessarily, but good. They also provide light housekeeping, they help me clean myself up, and they take me to my appointment. They get here within a certain time window between 7 and 7:30, and that’s when I need them here. A lot of times my communication is directly with the aides. If she can’t come on a certain day, the agency would contact me to see whether I need some assistance or need somebody to fill me in on a given day. I think I’m paying more than I probably should because they have a mandatory number of days that I can contract for, and that’s probably more than I usually need. To maintain the contract, I have to keep them on a certain number of days.
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I’m using HomeCare.com. It’s fine. They’re very good and very responsive to any concerns I have, and they’ve provided me with a good health care aide, not great necessarily, but good. They also provid
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I’m using HomeCare.com. It’s fine. They’re very good and very responsive to any concerns I have, and they’ve provided me with a good health care aide, not great necessarily, but good. They also provide light housekeeping, they help me clean myself up, and they take me to my appointment. They get here within a certain time window between 7 and 7:30, and that’s when I need them here. A lot of times my communication is directly with the aides. If she can’t come on a certain day, the agency would contact me to see whether I need some assistance or need somebody to fill me in on a given day. I think I’m paying more than I probably should because they have a mandatory number of days that I can contract for, and that’s probably more than I usually need. To maintain the contract, I have to keep them on a certain number of days.
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575 E. Big Beaver Rd, Suite 275, Troy, MI, 48083
Avalon Essential (AE) Home Care is a non-medical home care agency. We offer caregiving services to the elderly and disabled, which include, but are not limited to, personal care, homemaking, errands,
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Avalon Essential (AE) Home Care is a non-medical home care agency. We offer caregiving services to the elderly and disabled, which include, but are not limited to, personal care, homemaking, errands, companionship, 24-hour care, and live-in care, with no minimum weekly. We are centrally located in Troy and service all Macomb and Oakland counties. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. AE accepts Private Pay, Medicaid, Long-Term Care Insurance, and Workman’s Compensation. AE is a proud partner with Area Agency on Aging, The ALS Foundation, MORC, and The Parkinsons Foundation. Avalon Essential Home Care was established in 2004 and growing still with over 100 clients and caregivers on staff. Please call for a free consultation.
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Avalon Essential (AE) Home Care is a non-medical home care agency. We offer caregiving services to the elderly and disabled, which include, but are not limited to, personal care, homemaking, errands,
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Avalon Essential (AE) Home Care is a non-medical home care agency. We offer caregiving services to the elderly and disabled, which include, but are not limited to, personal care, homemaking, errands, companionship, 24-hour care, and live-in care, with no minimum weekly. We are centrally located in Troy and service all Macomb and Oakland counties. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. AE accepts Private Pay, Medicaid, Long-Term Care Insurance, and Workman’s Compensation. AE is a proud partner with Area Agency on Aging, The ALS Foundation, MORC, and The Parkinsons Foundation. Avalon Essential Home Care was established in 2004 and growing still with over 100 clients and caregivers on staff. Please call for a free consultation.
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121 W Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI, 48116
Visiting Angels is an in-home care agency. We have been in business for 20 years, and pride ourselves on being "America’s Choice in Homecare". We are the most recognized and respected name in home car
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Visiting Angels is an in-home care agency. We have been in business for 20 years, and pride ourselves on being "America’s Choice in Homecare". We are the most recognized and respected name in home care, and can assist you or your loved one in a variety of ways. We care every day in every way.
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Visiting Angels is an in-home care agency. We have been in business for 20 years, and pride ourselves on being "America’s Choice in Homecare". We are the most recognized and respected name in home car
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Visiting Angels is an in-home care agency. We have been in business for 20 years, and pride ourselves on being "America’s Choice in Homecare". We are the most recognized and respected name in home care, and can assist you or your loved one in a variety of ways. We care every day in every way.
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575 East Big Beaver , Troy, MI, 48083
We are a senior home care service that allows your loved ones to stay where they feel most comfortable: at their home!
Cornerstone Caregiving stands apart in offering compassionate, authentic assis
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We are a senior home care service that allows your loved ones to stay where they feel most comfortable: at their home!
Cornerstone Caregiving stands apart in offering compassionate, authentic assistance for your loved ones. We are senior care professionals with 20+ years of experience in the caregiving field who are willing and ready to be with your loved ones whenever they need help, for as long as they need help.
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We are a senior home care service that allows your loved ones to stay where they feel most comfortable: at their home!
Cornerstone Caregiving stands apart in offering compassionate, authentic assis
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We are a senior home care service that allows your loved ones to stay where they feel most comfortable: at their home!
Cornerstone Caregiving stands apart in offering compassionate, authentic assistance for your loved ones. We are senior care professionals with 20+ years of experience in the caregiving field who are willing and ready to be with your loved ones whenever they need help, for as long as they need help.
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23290 Farmington Road, Farmington, MI, 48336
Welcome to SYNERGY HomeCare of Farmington: Up to 24-hour home care
CARE THAT MOVES YOU
Serving Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties
Synergy HomeCare offers compassionate assisted living in t
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Welcome to SYNERGY HomeCare of Farmington: Up to 24-hour home care
CARE THAT MOVES YOU
Serving Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties
Synergy HomeCare offers compassionate assisted living in the privacy of your own home. Synergy HomeCare is a 24/7 non-medical home care agency. The services we provide are companionship, light housekeeping and personal care.
Synergy HomeCare services all ages to the seniors, the convalescing, disabled persons and anyone else who needs help with daily living activities. Our Caregivers are CPR and First Aid certified, TB tested, Nationally Background Checked and provided ongoing training. Each caregiver is personally matched to our clients needs.
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Welcome to SYNERGY HomeCare of Farmington: Up to 24-hour home care
CARE THAT MOVES YOU
Serving Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties
Synergy HomeCare offers compassionate assisted living in t
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Welcome to SYNERGY HomeCare of Farmington: Up to 24-hour home care
CARE THAT MOVES YOU
Serving Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties
Synergy HomeCare offers compassionate assisted living in the privacy of your own home. Synergy HomeCare is a 24/7 non-medical home care agency. The services we provide are companionship, light housekeeping and personal care.
Synergy HomeCare services all ages to the seniors, the convalescing, disabled persons and anyone else who needs help with daily living activities. Our Caregivers are CPR and First Aid certified, TB tested, Nationally Background Checked and provided ongoing training. Each caregiver is personally matched to our clients needs.
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2708 Oakman court, Detroit, MI, 48238
Tender Hearts Staffing provide companionship , meal preparation, transportation, accompany client’s doctor appointments, light housekeeping. Transfer assistance, dressing and grooming, bathing and tic
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Tender Hearts Staffing provide companionship , meal preparation, transportation, accompany client’s doctor appointments, light housekeeping. Transfer assistance, dressing and grooming, bathing and ticketing walking,
Wheelchair assistance, and errands and grocery shopping
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Tender Hearts Staffing provide companionship , meal preparation, transportation, accompany client’s doctor appointments, light housekeeping. Transfer assistance, dressing and grooming, bathing and tic
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Tender Hearts Staffing provide companionship , meal preparation, transportation, accompany client’s doctor appointments, light housekeeping. Transfer assistance, dressing and grooming, bathing and ticketing walking,
Wheelchair assistance, and errands and grocery shopping
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44004 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48302
The caregiver helped clean the kitchen, make the beds, and help my wife with bathing.
BrightStar Care has very efficient people.
The caregiver helped clean the kitchen, make the beds, and help my wife with bathing.
BrightStar Care has very efficient people.
410 W. University Drive, Rochester, MI, 48307
I needed help getting around and they were there.
I appreciated them and they did what I needed.
I needed help getting around and they were there.
I appreciated them and they did what I needed.
31235 Harper Ave Suite 202, Saint Clair Shores, MI, 48082
We have had Genesis Homecare Services for the 15 years, they have provided excellent care to our parents.
Their caregivers are loving and compassionate, we could not doing this without their help.
We have had Genesis Homecare Services for the 15 years, they have provided excellent care to our parents.
Their caregivers are loving and compassionate, we could not doing this without their help.
37777 Devoe Street, Clinton Township, MI, 48036
I have known Paula M and her wonderful caregivers for about 3 years! I know many people who are in nursing homes, I wish I could take them all out and let Paula’s caregivers give them the care they ne
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I have known Paula M and her wonderful caregivers for about 3 years! I know many people who are in nursing homes, I wish I could take them all out and let Paula’s caregivers give them the care they need! The homes are beautiful, the meals are fantastic. The residents are treated like family, I highly recommend this company to anyone who has a loved one who needs care. Margaret Lyle
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I have known Paula M and her wonderful caregivers for about 3 years! I know many people who are in nursing homes, I wish I could take them all out and let Paula’s caregivers give them the care they ne
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I have known Paula M and her wonderful caregivers for about 3 years! I know many people who are in nursing homes, I wish I could take them all out and let Paula’s caregivers give them the care they need! The homes are beautiful, the meals are fantastic. The residents are treated like family, I highly recommend this company to anyone who has a loved one who needs care. Margaret Lyle
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28951 McDonald St , Westland, MI, 48186
This company was amazing with my Grandmother…. Faithful Hands went over and beyond to care for her and made sure they met me and my family’s every needs to help us out. I recommend faithfully hand
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This company was amazing with my Grandmother…. Faithful Hands went over and beyond to care for her and made sure they met me and my family’s every needs to help us out. I recommend faithfully hands to care for your loved ones!!!!
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This company was amazing with my Grandmother…. Faithful Hands went over and beyond to care for her and made sure they met me and my family’s every needs to help us out. I recommend faithfully hand
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This company was amazing with my Grandmother…. Faithful Hands went over and beyond to care for her and made sure they met me and my family’s every needs to help us out. I recommend faithfully hands to care for your loved ones!!!!
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2569 Union Lake Road, Commerce Township, MI, 48382
I’m so happy that I told my doctor that I wanted Affinity to provide me with my rehabilitation after my hip surgery. I was given the best patient care possible. The staff came to visit me at the hospi
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I’m so happy that I told my doctor that I wanted Affinity to provide me with my rehabilitation after my hip surgery. I was given the best patient care possible. The staff came to visit me at the hospital to setup my home care needs before I came home. THANK YOU AFFINITY
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I’m so happy that I told my doctor that I wanted Affinity to provide me with my rehabilitation after my hip surgery. I was given the best patient care possible. The staff came to visit me at the hospi
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I’m so happy that I told my doctor that I wanted Affinity to provide me with my rehabilitation after my hip surgery. I was given the best patient care possible. The staff came to visit me at the hospital to setup my home care needs before I came home. THANK YOU AFFINITY
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6800 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI, 48101
This company hires CNAS and they do not comply by the 24 month recertification laws for you to get recertified.
This company hires CNAS and they do not comply by the 24 month recertification laws for you to get recertified.
2669 Union Lake Road, Commerce Township, MI, 48382
We’ve been using TLC for my parents for about 6 weeks now. They do personal care and sometimes meal preparations and cleaning. This has been really a good change; they’ve been really good. They go to
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We’ve been using TLC for my parents for about 6 weeks now. They do personal care and sometimes meal preparations and cleaning. This has been really a good change; they’ve been really good. They go to their house every day, twice a day. They are extremely caring and well-trained. I would like to see a weekly schedule so I know who is going to be there and such.
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We’ve been using TLC for my parents for about 6 weeks now. They do personal care and sometimes meal preparations and cleaning. This has been really a good change; they’ve been really good. They go to
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We’ve been using TLC for my parents for about 6 weeks now. They do personal care and sometimes meal preparations and cleaning. This has been really a good change; they’ve been really good. They go to their house every day, twice a day. They are extremely caring and well-trained. I would like to see a weekly schedule so I know who is going to be there and such.
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60 Crocker Blvd., Mount Clemens, MI, 48043
They literally almost killed my father. Caregiver didn’t know what a diabetic episode was, and thought giving him some soda would help after his blood sugar tested at over 300. Everything not tied dow
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They literally almost killed my father. Caregiver didn’t know what a diabetic episode was, and thought giving him some soda would help after his blood sugar tested at over 300. Everything not tied down went missing at one point or another. Nothing ever got cleaned for him, and there were several times I would visit and there would be a pile of dishes in the sink. There is more than likely other companies to go with, so avoid this one at all costs. The management is non-existent, and it seems like the nurse in charge didn’t know what she was doing a majority of the time, I’m not sure if they require an actual nursing degree for the position, but she was clueless. Most of the caregivers were nice that I met, but horribly trained and unprepared for what is expected out of someone who is in charge of caring for someone incapable of caring for themselves. The ones that weren’t nice were legitimately scary, and we had to ask the company to never send them again because they made my father feel unsafe being alone with them.
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They literally almost killed my father. Caregiver didn’t know what a diabetic episode was, and thought giving him some soda would help after his blood sugar tested at over 300. Everything not tied dow
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They literally almost killed my father. Caregiver didn’t know what a diabetic episode was, and thought giving him some soda would help after his blood sugar tested at over 300. Everything not tied down went missing at one point or another. Nothing ever got cleaned for him, and there were several times I would visit and there would be a pile of dishes in the sink. There is more than likely other companies to go with, so avoid this one at all costs. The management is non-existent, and it seems like the nurse in charge didn’t know what she was doing a majority of the time, I’m not sure if they require an actual nursing degree for the position, but she was clueless. Most of the caregivers were nice that I met, but horribly trained and unprepared for what is expected out of someone who is in charge of caring for someone incapable of caring for themselves. The ones that weren’t nice were legitimately scary, and we had to ask the company to never send them again because they made my father feel unsafe being alone with them.
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7 W Square Lake Rd, Jackson, MI, 48302
When we needed a CARING and compassionate Agency to provide services for my family, to this day i am forever grateful and fortunate for Genesis!!! Thank you Mrs. SIMS and your beautiful staff!!!
When we needed a CARING and compassionate Agency to provide services for my family, to this day i am forever grateful and fortunate for Genesis!!! Thank you Mrs. SIMS and your beautiful staff!!!
28930 Greening Street, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334
My father used Caring Senior Care Services. The service was very good. It’s mainly companionship and they take him to his physical therapy appointments and the gym. The caregiver was very responsive,
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My father used Caring Senior Care Services. The service was very good. It’s mainly companionship and they take him to his physical therapy appointments and the gym. The caregiver was very responsive, caring, and talked with him. The communication was very good. They were always available when we needed them. They pretty much met all of our needs. I would definitely recommend this company to other people.
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My father used Caring Senior Care Services. The service was very good. It’s mainly companionship and they take him to his physical therapy appointments and the gym. The caregiver was very responsive,
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My father used Caring Senior Care Services. The service was very good. It’s mainly companionship and they take him to his physical therapy appointments and the gym. The caregiver was very responsive, caring, and talked with him. The communication was very good. They were always available when we needed them. They pretty much met all of our needs. I would definitely recommend this company to other people.
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Paying for Home Care in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Cost of Home Care in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The average cost of home care in Bloomfield Hills is $5,720 per month, according to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is more than the state’s monthly average of $5,529 and the national average of $4,957. Compared to other cities in the state, home care in Kalamazoo is the same cost as home care in Bloomfield Hills. Both Lansing and Monroe seniors pay less at $5,625 and $5,339.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Long-term care costs in Bloomfield Hills vary depending on the type of care an individual is looking for. Home care and home health both cost around $5,720 per month. Assisted living facilities in the state care cost less than home care at $4,215. For assistance just during the day, adult day health averages $1,430 per month and a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs around $8,882.
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
Note: Data for Bloomfield Hills was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Detroit, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Bloomfield Hills, MI
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.
- Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-Term Care Insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
- Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
- Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
- Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living.Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
- Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.
Free & Low-Cost Home Care Resources in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Bloomfield Hills has programs and services that address the needs of seniors in the community. These resources range from home modifications to nutrition management and can make it easier for seniors to remain in their homes for as long as possible.
The CDBG home repair program is a federally funded program that helps seniors make needed updates on their homes. These repairs help address health and safety hazards. They can even make the home more energy efficient, including repairing stairs, patching or replacing roofs and installing home modifications, including wheelchair ramps.
LIHEAP was initiated to help seniors and families on limited incomes pay for past-due energy bills. The program makes payments directly to the utility company, and an individual must be behind on their bill or currently disconnected.
The Bloomfield Hills Meals on Wheels program provides daily hot meals, companionship and welfare checks on homebound seniors and individuals in the community. To qualify, seniors must have a medical reason that keeps them homebound.
The Bloomfield Hills homestead exemption program helps lower the tax obligation of seniors in the area. To qualify, seniors must live in the home they are applying for the exemption under.
JARC is a nonprofit organization that serves seniors and individuals with disabilities through independent living support and home respite. The respite service helps family members and caregivers receive support and breaks while caring for a loved one at home.
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 – 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for in a good home care agency near me in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
When looking for a home care agency in Bloomfield Hills, be sure the company offers the services you need. Some agencies only provide non-medical care, while some offer both non-medical and medical assistance. Be sure to ask about background checks to keep your loved one safe and inquire about the type of certification or training providers must obtain. Meet with any potential caregivers in advance to ensure they are compatible with both you and your loved ones, ask for references and discuss payment ahead of time.
What is the difference between in-home care and home health care?
In-home care offers basic personal care services to homebound seniors. These services include assistance getting in and out of bed, help with grooming and dressing, meal preparation and transportation to and from medical appointments. Home health care offers these same services but also provides skilled nursing and some medical support, including wound care and pain management.
How do you pay for senior care at home?
The most common way to pay for senior care at home is with retirement income, including Social Security and money from IRAs and 401(k)s. Medicare typically pays for any medical support, and some private insurance plans will cover the cost of home care. Additional methods to pay for home care include reverse mortgages, annuities and advances on life insurance policies.
What is a home care plan?
A home care plan is a written agreement that details the types of services an individual needs and will receive through a home care provider. This plan provides information on costs and details the number of hours care will be provided. This plan is drawn up and agreed upon before the initial care begins, typically after an evaluation or the first meeting between the family and the provider.
What to expect with hospice care at home?
Hospice care is designed to keep individuals as comfortable as possible during their final days. A hospice chaplain and social worker meets with the family to provide emotional support and plan the individual’s care. Hospice makes regular visits to the home and brings and helps set up any needed medical equipment. They may also provide respite care to regular caregivers.
