Lincoln is the capital of Nebraska and the 23rd best place for seniors to live, according to Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report. Home to around 36,000 seniors, Lincoln boasts a vibrant downtown shopping and entertainment district, good public transportation and thousands of acres of public parks with more than 131 miles of walking trails. Seniors in Lincoln have easy access to world-class medical care at Bryan Medical Center and CHI Health St. Elizabeth, both of which accept Medicare and have dedicated senior health specialists on staff to treat the special health needs of older adults.
Home care in Lincoln costs an average of $5,148 a month, according to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. In-home care includes chore assistance, personal care and limited transportation outside of the home. For those who need additional light medical services, such as wound care or medication management, home health care may be a better option.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Lincoln– 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 Lincoln, NE
3883 Normal Blvd, Ste 206, Lincoln, NE, 68506
The caregivers coming to our home have a huge positive impact.
I like Right at Home because they interact with us all the time.
The caregivers coming to our home have a huge positive impact.
I like Right at Home because they interact with us all the time.
1400 Dahlberg Dr, Suite E, Lincoln, NE, 68512
Home Instead has been an answer to our prayers. The caregivers have treated my mother-in-law like their own mom. We are so appreciative of their care because it looks like love and it has helped our f
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Home Instead has been an answer to our prayers. The caregivers have treated my mother-in-law like their own mom. We are so appreciative of their care because it looks like love and it has helped our family immensely during a very hard time.
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Home Instead has been an answer to our prayers. The caregivers have treated my mother-in-law like their own mom. We are so appreciative of their care because it looks like love and it has helped our f
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Home Instead has been an answer to our prayers. The caregivers have treated my mother-in-law like their own mom. We are so appreciative of their care because it looks like love and it has helped our family immensely during a very hard time.
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8055 O Street, Lincoln, NE, 68510
I’ve been using Sunlight Support for two weeks. The caregivers are very good and pleasant, and I’m very comfortable with them. They clean up and put things away upstairs and downstairs. They came to m
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I’ve been using Sunlight Support for two weeks. The caregivers are very good and pleasant, and I’m very comfortable with them. They clean up and put things away upstairs and downstairs. They came to my house, interviewed me, and walked through. The prices were right so I decided to go with them. Their scheduling is fine.
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I’ve been using Sunlight Support for two weeks. The caregivers are very good and pleasant, and I’m very comfortable with them. They clean up and put things away upstairs and downstairs. They came to m
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I’ve been using Sunlight Support for two weeks. The caregivers are very good and pleasant, and I’m very comfortable with them. They clean up and put things away upstairs and downstairs. They came to my house, interviewed me, and walked through. The prices were right so I decided to go with them. Their scheduling is fine.
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5801 Hidcote Dr Suite 300, Lincoln, NE, 68516
390 N. Cotner Blvd. Ste. 200, Lincoln, NE, 68505
HCAN HomeCare Advocacy Network is Lincoln-based and Lincoln-owned. We count our clients as neighbors and family. We offer no minimum hours home care and have local caregivers ready to start immediatel
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HCAN HomeCare Advocacy Network is Lincoln-based and Lincoln-owned. We count our clients as neighbors and family. We offer no minimum hours home care and have local caregivers ready to start immediately.
From companionship to personal and dementia care, we are committed to helping meet you, or your loved ones, unique needs in your home. Following a customized care plan, our specially trained caregivers care for you as if you are one of our family.
As one client put it: "With HCAN, I can get the one-on-one care I need in my home. With HCAN’s no minimum required hours, I get the right amount of care for me.
And you can, too, whether it’s a couple of hours a week or 24 hours a day!
Our Caregivers
The key to our great team is valuing and nurturing the unique talents of every individual. And that means getting beyond the facts and hearing the stories behind our HCAN Heroes and you, the people we serve.
For example, a client has a recent injury. Of course, we provide the basic care every day. But we also take the time to learn where that injury is having the most impact on their life – be that communicating with others, not being able to kneel at church, or any other issues that don’t show up on paper questionnaires and clipboards. And we do that by listening with compassion and getting to know what is really important to each of our clients.
As for our caregivers, caring for others in the professional world, we know success looks different for each of them. That’s why we’re making sure we’re meeting every individual caregiver’s needs, so they can come to work happy, healthy, and with their clients as their top priority. If they want to grow within the medical field, we encourage that growth and are happy to be a stepping stone in their path.
Medicaid and VA Approved
We are proud to serve our Veterans as they have served us and are a VA approved partner. We are also Medicaid Approved and can help you manage your way through the application process for both of these programs.
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HCAN HomeCare Advocacy Network is Lincoln-based and Lincoln-owned. We count our clients as neighbors and family. We offer no minimum hours home care and have local caregivers ready to start immediatel
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HCAN HomeCare Advocacy Network is Lincoln-based and Lincoln-owned. We count our clients as neighbors and family. We offer no minimum hours home care and have local caregivers ready to start immediately.
From companionship to personal and dementia care, we are committed to helping meet you, or your loved ones, unique needs in your home. Following a customized care plan, our specially trained caregivers care for you as if you are one of our family.
As one client put it: "With HCAN, I can get the one-on-one care I need in my home. With HCAN’s no minimum required hours, I get the right amount of care for me.
And you can, too, whether it’s a couple of hours a week or 24 hours a day!
Our Caregivers
The key to our great team is valuing and nurturing the unique talents of every individual. And that means getting beyond the facts and hearing the stories behind our HCAN Heroes and you, the people we serve.
For example, a client has a recent injury. Of course, we provide the basic care every day. But we also take the time to learn where that injury is having the most impact on their life – be that communicating with others, not being able to kneel at church, or any other issues that don’t show up on paper questionnaires and clipboards. And we do that by listening with compassion and getting to know what is really important to each of our clients.
As for our caregivers, caring for others in the professional world, we know success looks different for each of them. That’s why we’re making sure we’re meeting every individual caregiver’s needs, so they can come to work happy, healthy, and with their clients as their top priority. If they want to grow within the medical field, we encourage that growth and are happy to be a stepping stone in their path.
Medicaid and VA Approved
We are proud to serve our Veterans as they have served us and are a VA approved partner. We are also Medicaid Approved and can help you manage your way through the application process for both of these programs.
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245 S 84th St #114, Lincoln, NE, 68510
It helped us, so we didn’t have to do the cleaning of the medical end of it. I was doing it all, so I got a break from the cleaning, but I did do a medical treatment for my mom.
I don’t really think
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It helped us, so we didn’t have to do the cleaning of the medical end of it. I was doing it all, so I got a break from the cleaning, but I did do a medical treatment for my mom.
I don’t really think anything for my mom, they only did the cleaning and laundry for my mom.
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It helped us, so we didn’t have to do the cleaning of the medical end of it. I was doing it all, so I got a break from the cleaning, but I did do a medical treatment for my mom.
I don’t really think
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It helped us, so we didn’t have to do the cleaning of the medical end of it. I was doing it all, so I got a break from the cleaning, but I did do a medical treatment for my mom.
I don’t really think anything for my mom, they only did the cleaning and laundry for my mom.
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327 Harrison Street, Oak Park, IL, 60304
ARIS provided their in home service to my father while he was receiving in home hospice care. Their level of professionalism and service helped my family during a crucial time in our lives. I don’t kn
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ARIS provided their in home service to my father while he was receiving in home hospice care. Their level of professionalism and service helped my family during a crucial time in our lives. I don’t know how we would have made it during this time period with out their help. I highly recommend their services.
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ARIS provided their in home service to my father while he was receiving in home hospice care. Their level of professionalism and service helped my family during a crucial time in our lives. I don’t kn
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ARIS provided their in home service to my father while he was receiving in home hospice care. Their level of professionalism and service helped my family during a crucial time in our lives. I don’t know how we would have made it during this time period with out their help. I highly recommend their services.
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5931 Woodstock Ave, Lincoln, NE, 68512
Caring for People of Lincoln did a great job for our family. They responded rapidly to our needs. Their staff were kind and caring. They were reliable. They had excellent communication. I was very hap
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Caring for People of Lincoln did a great job for our family. They responded rapidly to our needs. Their staff were kind and caring. They were reliable. They had excellent communication. I was very happy with them.
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Caring for People of Lincoln did a great job for our family. They responded rapidly to our needs. Their staff were kind and caring. They were reliable. They had excellent communication. I was very hap
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Caring for People of Lincoln did a great job for our family. They responded rapidly to our needs. Their staff were kind and caring. They were reliable. They had excellent communication. I was very happy with them.
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6000 Village Dr., Lincoln, NE, 68516
Home Care Assistance took fantastic care of our mother during her last few months. Shortly after her diagnosis of a brain tumor, my brothers and I realized we could not take care of mom by ourselves.
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Home Care Assistance took fantastic care of our mother during her last few months. Shortly after her diagnosis of a brain tumor, my brothers and I realized we could not take care of mom by ourselves. HCA was there the next day to set things up and put together a team of caregivers so mom could receive the around-the-clock care she needed. They cooked for her, cleaned, assisted with mediations and therapy, helped her during the night and, most importantly, cared about her. We never could have made it through those last months without HCA’s help and care. They allowed us to spend quality time with our mom, rather than spend all our time taking care of her. My brothers and I highly recommend Home Health Care of Nebraska.
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Home Care Assistance took fantastic care of our mother during her last few months. Shortly after her diagnosis of a brain tumor, my brothers and I realized we could not take care of mom by ourselves.
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Home Care Assistance took fantastic care of our mother during her last few months. Shortly after her diagnosis of a brain tumor, my brothers and I realized we could not take care of mom by ourselves. HCA was there the next day to set things up and put together a team of caregivers so mom could receive the around-the-clock care she needed. They cooked for her, cleaned, assisted with mediations and therapy, helped her during the night and, most importantly, cared about her. We never could have made it through those last months without HCA’s help and care. They allowed us to spend quality time with our mom, rather than spend all our time taking care of her. My brothers and I highly recommend Home Health Care of Nebraska.
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5600 South 48th Street, Suite 118, Lincoln, NE, 68516
We went with Guardian Angels for my wife, and so far it has been very good. They don’t offer any care that requires an LPN or nurse, and they don’t give medicine and shots, but they can supervise you
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We went with Guardian Angels for my wife, and so far it has been very good. They don’t offer any care that requires an LPN or nurse, and they don’t give medicine and shots, but they can supervise you in taking it. They do basic cleaning and running errands for you. One feature I liked was that they will do single days. They’re certainly worth checking out, and so far they’ve always been prompt and done everything that I’ve asked them to do. I don’t have any problems so far with any of the services they offered.
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We went with Guardian Angels for my wife, and so far it has been very good. They don’t offer any care that requires an LPN or nurse, and they don’t give medicine and shots, but they can supervise you
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We went with Guardian Angels for my wife, and so far it has been very good. They don’t offer any care that requires an LPN or nurse, and they don’t give medicine and shots, but they can supervise you in taking it. They do basic cleaning and running errands for you. One feature I liked was that they will do single days. They’re certainly worth checking out, and so far they’ve always been prompt and done everything that I’ve asked them to do. I don’t have any problems so far with any of the services they offered.
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1299 Farnam Street , Suite 300, Omaha, NE, 68102
Very good experience with their care givers
Very good experience with their care givers
5250 Old Orchard Rd., Ste. 300, Skokie, IL, 60077
285 S 68th Street, Pl Suite 306,, Lincoln, NE, 68510
3120 O Street Suite A, Lincoln, NE, 68510
4451 N 26th St Suite 300 , Lincoln, NE, 68521
5027 Starr Street , Lincoln, NE, 68504
3940 Cornhusker Highway Ste 500 , Lincoln, NE, 68504
4535 Normal Blvd #245 , Lincoln, NE, 68506
200 South 31st Lincoln St, Omaha, NE, 68521
Paying for Home Care in Lincoln, NE
The Cost of Home Care in Lincoln, NE
Home care costs in Lincoln average $5,148 a month, which is exactly in line with the state average in Nebraska for the same type of senior care. Nationally, the figure is lower at $4,957 a month. Costs in Omaha are higher than in Lincoln, at $5,529 a month, while nearby communities in Iowa are significantly more expensive than Lincoln. Des Moines and Sioux City, Iowa, average $5,815 and 5,339 a month for home care, respectively.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Lincoln, NE
Home care is not necessarily the most appropriate or affordable option for every senior. Seniors in Lincoln pay an average of just $579 a month for adult day health care, while assisted living averages $4,715 a month. Skilled nursing care in a nursing home tends to be more expensive, with semiprivate rooms in Lincoln averaging $7,908 a month, well above the $5,148 a month average for both the nonmedical services of home care and the medical services of home health care.
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Lincoln, NE
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.
Lincoln 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 Lincoln:
Address: County-City Building 555 South 10th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone Number: (402) 441 7606
This federally funded program provides 0% interest loans to low- and moderate-income homeowners to help repair their home. Emergency repairs such as fixing dangerous wires, replacing furnaces or water heaters are covered if the homeowner’s income is not more than 50% of the Lincoln median income. Homeowners must be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens and must reside on the property.
Address: 1005 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone number: (402) 441 7575
Run by Aging Partners and serving an eight-county area, the NeighborLNK program aims to keep seniors living at home connected, healthy and independent. Volunteers are linked with seniors to provide services that can be individually tailored to suit schedules. Examples include:
- Grocery pickup and delivery
- Phone or video calls for companionship
- Library book pick and delivery
- Other errands such as medication delivery
Address: 210 ‘O’ Street, Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone Number: (402) 875-9364
Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties provides this program to help lower utility bills, maintaining a safer and more comfortable living situation. To qualify, homeowners or renters must have qualified for one of these packages in the previous 12 months: LIHEAP heating assistance, Supplemental Security Income or Aid to Dependent Children. Otherwise, their total household income must be less than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Address: 710 J Street, Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone Number: (402) 476 1234
The city bus service, StarTran, provides 31-day bus passes for $8 for low-income earners (or $16 for wheelchair accessible Handi-Van patrons. Only one pass per month per person is permitted, and ID with birth date must be shown. Total household income must not exceed 200% of federal poverty guidelines to qualify.
Address: 1005 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone number: (402) 441 7070
Aging Partners offers a variety of health clinics and screens as well as educational material to help manage senior health worries. It runs courses such as Living Well with Chronic Conditions, a nationally recognized program to help people control their conditions, avoid emergency situations and ease medical bills. Medical services provided include foot care, ear care, blood pressure checks, blood glucose checks and bone density tests.
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.
