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CARING STARS WINNER
5545 North Oak Trfwy, Suite 19, Kansas City, MO 64118
4.5
(370 reviews)
"Right at Home Northern Kansas City is excellent. They have been a tremendous help with my mom especially on the weekend. They change her and keep her clean. I will recommend them because they were able to assist me with 24-hour service."
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CARING STARS WINNER
851 NW 45th St , Kansas City, MO 64116
5.0
(55 reviews)
"First Light Home Care is providing assistance with my daily house duties, meal planning and prep, and companionship. The help that has been given is such a blessing for me . As I recover, there are many things that I cannot do. My caregiver steps right away and assists me. I am so very thankful for the staff and help."
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7320 NE 84 Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64157
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Preferred Care at Home has been my first experience with in-home care. My caregiver has been very knowledgeable, caring and thoughtful of my needs. She is comfortable in my home as I am comfortable with her caring for me. "
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CARING STARS WINNER
42 S Main St, Liberty, MO 64068
4.9
(66 reviews)
"Amy has been a wonderful caregiver. She is always on time, has learned many of our home routines, and goes the extra mile to be supportive as we navigate this difficult time. Thank you for the ongoing care!"
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CARING STARS WINNER
7301 Mission Rd., Ste. 313, Prairie Village, KS 66208
4.7
(20 reviews)
"We hired Premier Custom Care, and I have been very happy with them. I talk to the owners and the managers on a regular basis, and they have been very open and helpful. They communicate very well with me. "
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10821 W. 87th ST, #300, Overland Park, KS 66214
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I have someone coming in one day a week for my husband from Benefits of Home, and so far, it's been fine. The caregiver is very nice, friendly, and does her job. He likes her. They come and sit with him, make him lunch, and do whatever he needs."
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CARING STARS WINNER
9331 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
4.7
(18 reviews)
"Leeya is here 5 days a week and she's a wonderful help, it's a good company ."
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CARING STARS WINNER
9240 Glenwood Street, Overland Park, KS 66212
4.5
(172 reviews)
SYNERGY HomeCare is committed to providing the highest quality non-medical home care services and treating all clients, of all ages, with dignity and respect. SYNERGY HomeCare has served the Greater Kansas City area since 2008.
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CARING STARS WINNER
5750 W. 95th St., Overland Park, KS 66207
4.7
(212 reviews)
"Ann is fantastic. I have missed only 1 morning meds."
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1009 W Saint Maartens Dr, St. Joseph, MO 64506
5.0
(9 reviews)
"Wonderful care and attention. Highly recommend. "
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9229 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64114
4.9
(14 reviews)
"The care giver. All of the ladies that came were friendly, they always did above and beyond of my parent needs. They were on time and my parent was very pleased."
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7211 nw 83rd st # 255, Kansas City, MO 64152
Affinity Home Healthcare is a non-medical home health community that staffs qualified caretakers to service your needs. We offer personal care, medication management, respite, assistance with daily living and homemaking. Giving you peace of mind in the comfort of your own home. Enhancing life!
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4444 N Belleview, Kansas City, MO 64116
Home health care services from Interim allow individuals to stay safe, independent, and engaged while remaining in their own homes. We offer: Personal Care and Support Companionship and help with daily living activities such as grooming, bathing, fixing meals, and laundry. Respite Care Respite care from Interim provides family members breaks from the daily routine of care giving. Whether it's for a few hours or a long vacation, Interim can provide the support and relief needed.
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7735 Washington Ave # D, Kansas City, KS 66112
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This is a in-home health care provider who provides care-givers for my father so my mother can have sometime to take care of other needs. They are very flexible with their schedules which helps and they play checkers or interact with my father in other ways so he feels respected and not babysitted. As with all providers there are some staff members that go above and beyond and we have found that to be true with not just a few but with several of their care-givers. We are currently using their services at least two times a week. "
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1828 Swift Ave # 102, North Kansas City, MO 64116
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The owner of Barr went out of her way to make sure my mother got the care she needed. She and her staff made sure me and my brothers were well informed. Barr's caregivers are respectful, highly knowledgeable and very caring. They gave us a peace of mind and brought comfort and joy to my mom during the final years of her life. I would highly recommend Barr. Very professional, very organized, great communication."
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155 S 18th St Ste 100, Kansas City, KS 66102
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1554 Dover Ct , Liberty, MO 64068
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The Nurse Next Door was more than I could have prayed for!!! We had my mom at home on hospice and honestly felt completely out of our depth. They came in and put us at ease instantly! The Nurse Next Door helped us to see that she was there not only to care for the patient but also us…we were having to see our loved one die and it was overwhelming. You won’t regret hiring this amazing company to help you thru coming home from the hospital after having a baby or after surgery. We made an amazing friend that week and will sing The Nurse Next Door to the rooftops!"
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20 W 9th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Catholic Charities is alright. I have just been with them for a couple of weeks, and so far they have done everything that I have requested. The caregiver is very congenial and very nice. They follow the roles of the association very closely, and there have been no problems with scheduling at all so far. "
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249 W Mill St, Ste 105, Liberty, MO 64068
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The amazing caregivers with Focus took such great care of my parents which gave complete peace of mind to my family. Very serious health issues, our caregivers provided professional, compassionate care. They became an extension of of our family. My dad has passed away but as my mom ages we will have Focus return to provide the high level of care for her. "
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625 Commercial St Suite 1, Atchison, KS 66002
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We are using Crittendon Home Care for my husband. He gets some therapy, a change of bedding and diapers, and basic caregiving. Their billing is good. I've had no problems at all. They've been wonderful. They've got excellent staff and helped me as much as my husband because it's taken a lot off my shoulders."
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According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Platte City’s average monthly cost for home care is $190 more than the Missouri state average of $4,767; it’s also identical to the U.S. average of $4,957. Elsewhere in Missouri, prices vary widely. Residents of St. Louis pay $5,482 a month for home care, and those living in Columbia pay $5,053 a month, but the costs of $3,756 in Cape Girardeau and $3,813 in Jefferson City are over a thousand dollars cheaper.
Platte City
$4,957
Missouri
$4,757
The United States
$4,957
Jefferson City
$3,813
Columbia
$5,053
Cape Girardeau
$3,756
Both home care and home health care cost $4,957 a month in Platte City; home health care is similar to home care but involves a higher level of medical support. At $6,464 a month, a semiprivate room in a nursing home is roughly $1,500 more expensive than in-home care. Assisted living care, which costs $4,585 a month, is in turn about $372 cheaper than in-home care. The least expensive option is adult day care at $1,733.
Home Care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,585
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,464
Note: Data for Platte City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kansas City, 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.
The following local, state and federal resources can help Platte City’s seniors upgrade their residences, pay for energy use and stay in touch with events in their community while receiving care at home.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Platte Senior Services | (816) 270-4100 | This nonprofit organization runs a number of programs for both homebound and more active seniors. It maintains a low-cost home-delivered meals program that provides Platte County seniors with food for up to 5 days per week, at just $6 per meal. Weekday respite care service is also available. |
| Senior Property Tax Credit | (800) 243-6060 | Missouri residents aged 65 and up are eligible for a break on their property taxes. Both homeowners and renters are potentially eligible; the property tax credit goes up to a maximum of $1,100 for seniors who own their home and $750 for renters. |
| Missouri Weatherization Assistance Program | (573) 751-2254 | This federally funded program helps low-income people upgrade their home for energy efficiency, which can have a significant effect on lowering heating and cooling bills. Potential upgrades include adding insulation, repairing HVAC systems and air-sealing windows and doors. |
| Mid-Continent Public Library | (816) 503-4175 | Homebound seniors may order books, CDs, periodicals and other materials from the local library directly to their doors; materials arrive and may be returned through the USPS. This service is completely free and no fines are assessed for overdue returns. |
| Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program | (855) 373-4636 | The LIHEAP, a sister program to the Weatherization Assistance Program, offers emergency funds to seniors who are in immediate danger of having their home heating or cooling services cut off for nonpayment. The maximum benefit is $1,200 in summer and $1,600 in winter. |
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.
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