Located eight miles outside of downtown Philadelphia, the township of Cherry Hill is home to 75,474 inhabitants, 19.7% of which are adults aged 65 and older — substantially more than the national average of 16.8%. Seniors are drawn to Cherry Hill for its small-town charm, nature trails and country clubs. It also offers access to senior-focused resources and local amenities. These include Jefferson Health General Surgery & Specialty Care and Cherry Hill Free Clinic, which offers primary health care services to uninsured residents.
Due to its proximity to Philadelphia, Cherry Hill has the same home care costs with its larger neighbor, which Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey lists as $5,329 per month. This is below the average cost for home care in New Jersey. Seniors requiring some basic medical care in their own homes can opt for home health care for an additional $10.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Cherry Hill– 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 Cherry Hill, NJ
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
1415 Marlton Pike East, Suite 505 , Cherry Hill, NJ, 08034
I have found this agency to be responsive and available and helpful at every turn. Their helpers have been reliable and did their jobs well. I recommend them highly.
I have found this agency to be responsive and available and helpful at every turn. Their helpers have been reliable and did their jobs well. I recommend them highly.
3001 Chapel Ave West , Suite 100, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
My mother and we have been extremely happy with Sunlight Care and all of their employees, Aides and administration since we started with them over a year ago. Their service is excellent and they have
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My mother and we have been extremely happy with Sunlight Care and all of their employees, Aides and administration since we started with them over a year ago. Their service is excellent and they have been able to accommodate mom’s needs, even at the last minute and esp with her changing health care needs. Mom loved Wanda who gave her weekly showers, and came in sometimes 2x daily to help with wound care. Wanda is an exceptional health care giver who truly cares and is very sensitive to mom’s needs. Sandy, the owner has been very accessible, caring, sympathetic and informational to our questions and has given us/mom the best care possible for mom in her time of need. Sandy went even as far as to recommend her opinion and gave suggestions to help us navigate mom’s health needs. Wendy in the office has been very helpful when we had any questions and was able to make the invoices very easy to place payment. We are very grateful for our relationship with Sunlight Care and highly recommend their company and services.
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My mother and we have been extremely happy with Sunlight Care and all of their employees, Aides and administration since we started with them over a year ago. Their service is excellent and they have
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My mother and we have been extremely happy with Sunlight Care and all of their employees, Aides and administration since we started with them over a year ago. Their service is excellent and they have been able to accommodate mom’s needs, even at the last minute and esp with her changing health care needs. Mom loved Wanda who gave her weekly showers, and came in sometimes 2x daily to help with wound care. Wanda is an exceptional health care giver who truly cares and is very sensitive to mom’s needs. Sandy, the owner has been very accessible, caring, sympathetic and informational to our questions and has given us/mom the best care possible for mom in her time of need. Sandy went even as far as to recommend her opinion and gave suggestions to help us navigate mom’s health needs. Wendy in the office has been very helpful when we had any questions and was able to make the invoices very easy to place payment. We are very grateful for our relationship with Sunlight Care and highly recommend their company and services.
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68 old farm road, Fairfield, CT, 06824
Our whole family is so thankful for how caring and professional Bruce and his staff were in caring for our father. The caregivers were on time, helpful, and trustworthy. The agency was responsive t
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Our whole family is so thankful for how caring and professional Bruce and his staff were in caring for our father. The caregivers were on time, helpful, and trustworthy. The agency was responsive to all our needs and they made a very difficult time much easier. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
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Our whole family is so thankful for how caring and professional Bruce and his staff were in caring for our father. The caregivers were on time, helpful, and trustworthy. The agency was responsive t
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Our whole family is so thankful for how caring and professional Bruce and his staff were in caring for our father. The caregivers were on time, helpful, and trustworthy. The agency was responsive to all our needs and they made a very difficult time much easier. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
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212 Haddon Avenue Suite 2, Haddon Township, NJ, 08108
My two long time servers are the best. They are Dawn and Alfred. Cathy is also the best. Id like more time for her. I do not like breaking them up. They are Diane and Karen. Every 60 days, when they
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My two long time servers are the best. They are Dawn and Alfred. Cathy is also the best. Id like more time for her. I do not like breaking them up. They are Diane and Karen. Every 60 days, when they visit, its like Happy Day. If one would come, its like a doctor visit. I have too many doc visits already.
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My two long time servers are the best. They are Dawn and Alfred. Cathy is also the best. Id like more time for her. I do not like breaking them up. They are Diane and Karen. Every 60 days, when they
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My two long time servers are the best. They are Dawn and Alfred. Cathy is also the best. Id like more time for her. I do not like breaking them up. They are Diane and Karen. Every 60 days, when they visit, its like Happy Day. If one would come, its like a doctor visit. I have too many doc visits already.
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825 Rt 73 N, Ste C, Marlton, NJ, 08053
Always Best Care has provided 24 / 7 Live in care for my mother. They have taken very good care of my mother and I look forward to them continuing my mother’s care.
Always Best Care has provided 24 / 7 Live in care for my mother. They have taken very good care of my mother and I look forward to them continuing my mother’s care.
6145 German Town Ave , Philadelphia, PA, 19144
Homemaking
Meal preparation
Cleaning
Laundry
Making beds
Changing light bulbs
and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders
Health monitoring
Adherence to special diets
Help walking and mobi
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Homemaking
Meal preparation
Cleaning
Laundry
Making beds
Changing light bulbs
and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders
Health monitoring
Adherence to special diets
Help walking and mobility assistance
Skin Care
Bathing assistance
Grooming
Dressing
Feeding
and more!
Companionship
Help with remote controls
Getting the mail
Running errands
Help with correspondence: letters, emails, social media
Playing games and help with hobbies
Supervision when there is a risk of wondering or self-injury
and more!
Homemaking
Meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders, health monitoring, skin care, and more!
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Homemaking
Meal preparation
Cleaning
Laundry
Making beds
Changing light bulbs
and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders
Health monitoring
Adherence to special diets
Help walking and mobi
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Homemaking
Meal preparation
Cleaning
Laundry
Making beds
Changing light bulbs
and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders
Health monitoring
Adherence to special diets
Help walking and mobility assistance
Skin Care
Bathing assistance
Grooming
Dressing
Feeding
and more!
Companionship
Help with remote controls
Getting the mail
Running errands
Help with correspondence: letters, emails, social media
Playing games and help with hobbies
Supervision when there is a risk of wondering or self-injury
and more!
Homemaking
Meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and more!
Personal Care
Medication reminders, health monitoring, skin care, and more!
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217 Kings Highway East , Haddonfield, NJ, 08033
HomeWorks provides home care services that are tailored to the needs of each individual client and
their family. We are part of United Methodist Communities which has been providing care to seniors f
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HomeWorks provides home care services that are tailored to the needs of each individual client and
their family. We are part of United Methodist Communities which has been providing care to seniors for
over 100 years. We believe in our mission; to provide compassionate care so that all may experience
abundant life. We are a faith based, not for profit organization committed to providing caring,
compassionate and honest caregivers who not only take care of your physical needs but also provide
caring companionship. We compensate our caregivers at a higher rate than the industry norm because
we want to attract only the best and because we value the work they do.
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HomeWorks specializes in dementia care through our Tapestries at Home program and offers virtual
visits to stay in closer contact with our patients, family members and our caregivers. We are CHAP
accredited and have been voted “A Great Place to Work” for 3 years in a row.
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Range of Services:
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<li> Free in-home consultation visit</li>
<li> Flexible hourly care</li>
<li>Live-in care</li>
<li> Companion care</li>
<li> Dementia program</li>
<li> Medication management</li>
<li> Virtual visits</li>
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Types of care:
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<li> Assistance with all activities of daily living</li>
<li> Grooming and dressing</li>
<li> Bathing and toileting</li>
<li> Transfer – walker/wheelchair/bed</li>
<li> Care of bedbound patient</li>
<li> Meal planning and preparation</li>
<li> Light housekeeping</li>
<li> Errands and grocery assistance</li>
<li> Exercise and ambulation</li>
<li> Socialization</li>
<li> Transportation</li>
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Training Areas:
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<li> Patient safety</li>
<li> Understanding cultural differences</li>
<li> Family communication skills</li>
<li> Dementia care</li>
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HomeWorks provides home care services that are tailored to the needs of each individual client and
their family. We are part of United Methodist Communities which has been providing care to seniors f
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HomeWorks provides home care services that are tailored to the needs of each individual client and
their family. We are part of United Methodist Communities which has been providing care to seniors for
over 100 years. We believe in our mission; to provide compassionate care so that all may experience
abundant life. We are a faith based, not for profit organization committed to providing caring,
compassionate and honest caregivers who not only take care of your physical needs but also provide
caring companionship. We compensate our caregivers at a higher rate than the industry norm because
we want to attract only the best and because we value the work they do.
<p></p>
HomeWorks specializes in dementia care through our Tapestries at Home program and offers virtual
visits to stay in closer contact with our patients, family members and our caregivers. We are CHAP
accredited and have been voted “A Great Place to Work” for 3 years in a row.
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Range of Services:
<p></p>
<li> Free in-home consultation visit</li>
<li> Flexible hourly care</li>
<li>Live-in care</li>
<li> Companion care</li>
<li> Dementia program</li>
<li> Medication management</li>
<li> Virtual visits</li>
<p></p>
Types of care:
<p></p>
<li> Assistance with all activities of daily living</li>
<li> Grooming and dressing</li>
<li> Bathing and toileting</li>
<li> Transfer – walker/wheelchair/bed</li>
<li> Care of bedbound patient</li>
<li> Meal planning and preparation</li>
<li> Light housekeeping</li>
<li> Errands and grocery assistance</li>
<li> Exercise and ambulation</li>
<li> Socialization</li>
<li> Transportation</li>
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Training Areas:
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<li> Patient safety</li>
<li> Understanding cultural differences</li>
<li> Family communication skills</li>
<li> Dementia care</li>
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240 S White Horse Pk,, Hammonton, NJ, 08037
523 Hollywood Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
They help most by educating me and walking me through the process.
One thing I would tell a friend is that they are responsive and have quality of care.
They help most by educating me and walking me through the process.
One thing I would tell a friend is that they are responsive and have quality of care.
285 South Church St, Ste. 4, Moorestown, NJ, 08057
I am currently using Care4U Home Health Services, LLC for my mother. They do companion care and personal care. I think the skill set of the caregivers is great, but they lack communication. They don’t
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I am currently using Care4U Home Health Services, LLC for my mother. They do companion care and personal care. I think the skill set of the caregivers is great, but they lack communication. They don’t call us when they don’t come, and the agency doesn’t call us either. I think there’s a lack of communication on the agency’s part perhaps. They promised us electronic billing, but now they send an invoice every other week. We’re satisfied with the services.
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I am currently using Care4U Home Health Services, LLC for my mother. They do companion care and personal care. I think the skill set of the caregivers is great, but they lack communication. They don’t
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I am currently using Care4U Home Health Services, LLC for my mother. They do companion care and personal care. I think the skill set of the caregivers is great, but they lack communication. They don’t call us when they don’t come, and the agency doesn’t call us either. I think there’s a lack of communication on the agency’s part perhaps. They promised us electronic billing, but now they send an invoice every other week. We’re satisfied with the services.
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303 Fellowship Road, Suite 203, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054
It gives me peace of mind, because my uncle doesn’t have any family or close friends and lives in a secluded place. My goal is to find a service he will agree to. I feel like I did good research and f
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It gives me peace of mind, because my uncle doesn’t have any family or close friends and lives in a secluded place. My goal is to find a service he will agree to. I feel like I did good research and found a good fit. I think he’s in good hands
The individual provider has been responsive and is able to act quickly.
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It gives me peace of mind, because my uncle doesn’t have any family or close friends and lives in a secluded place. My goal is to find a service he will agree to. I feel like I did good research and f
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It gives me peace of mind, because my uncle doesn’t have any family or close friends and lives in a secluded place. My goal is to find a service he will agree to. I feel like I did good research and found a good fit. I think he’s in good hands
The individual provider has been responsive and is able to act quickly.
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10 W. Laurel Rd NJ , Stratford, NJ, 08084
I have someone from Candle Light come and help me with my mom in the morning five days a week. The staff is very good. I get the same person, and if she is sick, I get somebody else. Their price is re
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I have someone from Candle Light come and help me with my mom in the morning five days a week. The staff is very good. I get the same person, and if she is sick, I get somebody else. Their price is reasonable. They get her up in the morning, change her, bathe her, get her meals, do laundry, and clean her room.
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I have someone from Candle Light come and help me with my mom in the morning five days a week. The staff is very good. I get the same person, and if she is sick, I get somebody else. Their price is re
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I have someone from Candle Light come and help me with my mom in the morning five days a week. The staff is very good. I get the same person, and if she is sick, I get somebody else. Their price is reasonable. They get her up in the morning, change her, bathe her, get her meals, do laundry, and clean her room.
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2300 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ, 08210
Synergy Home Care was very responsive. When my dad went out of the hospital, they were able to send somebody right away. My dad was happy with the caregiver they sent.
Synergy Home Care was very responsive. When my dad went out of the hospital, they were able to send somebody right away. My dad was happy with the caregiver they sent.
1450 Marlton Pike E Ste 100, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08034
Spring Hills provided our dad with the most amazing and knowledgeable home health aide we could have asked for. Her professional demeanor, skills and instant rapport with our dad was so very upliftin
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Spring Hills provided our dad with the most amazing and knowledgeable home health aide we could have asked for. Her professional demeanor, skills and instant rapport with our dad was so very uplifting for our family! We were so comforted by the level and amount of care “T” provided and We are forever grateful for her being there with him until he passed
We will always be grateful to Spring Hills for the help, constant communication, and their expertise in providing caregivers of the highest caliber
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Spring Hills provided our dad with the most amazing and knowledgeable home health aide we could have asked for. Her professional demeanor, skills and instant rapport with our dad was so very upliftin
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Spring Hills provided our dad with the most amazing and knowledgeable home health aide we could have asked for. Her professional demeanor, skills and instant rapport with our dad was so very uplifting for our family! We were so comforted by the level and amount of care “T” provided and We are forever grateful for her being there with him until he passed
We will always be grateful to Spring Hills for the help, constant communication, and their expertise in providing caregivers of the highest caliber
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644 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ, 07104
They are the best!
They are the best!
1254 Route 27, North Brunswick, NJ, 08902
Good service, prompt when requesting help. Our current caregiver is wonderful. I can’t say enough with the caring that she provides for both my parents, making sure they take their medication, making
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Good service, prompt when requesting help. Our current caregiver is wonderful. I can’t say enough with the caring that she provides for both my parents, making sure they take their medication, making the meals and laundry if necessary and tending to my Parent’s needs. She is not overbearing or loud but is quiet with a pleasant attitude, and always caring for them. Both parents are very pleased.
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Good service, prompt when requesting help. Our current caregiver is wonderful. I can’t say enough with the caring that she provides for both my parents, making sure they take their medication, making
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Good service, prompt when requesting help. Our current caregiver is wonderful. I can’t say enough with the caring that she provides for both my parents, making sure they take their medication, making the meals and laundry if necessary and tending to my Parent’s needs. She is not overbearing or loud but is quiet with a pleasant attitude, and always caring for them. Both parents are very pleased.
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1340 State Hwy 36 Ste 17, Hazlet, NJ, 07730
I have been a client of Associated for a long time and I have nothing but good things to say. They’ve take care of my mom and dad and if it wasn’t for them I don’t know where I would be.. Anytime I
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I have been a client of Associated for a long time and I have nothing but good things to say. They’ve take care of my mom and dad and if it wasn’t for them I don’t know where I would be.. Anytime I needed them, they continue to be there for me.
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I have been a client of Associated for a long time and I have nothing but good things to say. They’ve take care of my mom and dad and if it wasn’t for them I don’t know where I would be.. Anytime I
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I have been a client of Associated for a long time and I have nothing but good things to say. They’ve take care of my mom and dad and if it wasn’t for them I don’t know where I would be.. Anytime I needed them, they continue to be there for me.
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420 Commerce Lane Ste 9 , West Berlin, NJ, 08091
The people from LivWell Home Care are very professional and caring. They outlined exactly what they were going to do and offered numerous suggestions to have better healthcare for my parents. Overall
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The people from LivWell Home Care are very professional and caring. They outlined exactly what they were going to do and offered numerous suggestions to have better healthcare for my parents. Overall I was satisfied with the presentation and the delivery of services. We’ve been using them for 2 months now. They do cooking, general cleaning, doctor’s appointments, shuttles, and general bathing for my mom. The caregiver was very pleasant and nice, and my mom enjoys her company so if she’s happy, we’re all happy. The billing is upfront and very professional. I would absolutely recommend them.
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The people from LivWell Home Care are very professional and caring. They outlined exactly what they were going to do and offered numerous suggestions to have better healthcare for my parents. Overall
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The people from LivWell Home Care are very professional and caring. They outlined exactly what they were going to do and offered numerous suggestions to have better healthcare for my parents. Overall I was satisfied with the presentation and the delivery of services. We’ve been using them for 2 months now. They do cooking, general cleaning, doctor’s appointments, shuttles, and general bathing for my mom. The caregiver was very pleasant and nice, and my mom enjoys her company so if she’s happy, we’re all happy. The billing is upfront and very professional. I would absolutely recommend them.
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2528 S. Broad Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19145
I really liked the lady from Addus Health Care that came out for mom. They actually started off really good, and then all of a sudden we started noticing maybe a couple of weeks then, she wouldn’t eve
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I really liked the lady from Addus Health Care that came out for mom. They actually started off really good, and then all of a sudden we started noticing maybe a couple of weeks then, she wouldn’t even show up or she was late or wouldn’t even call up or I would go over to my mom’s and no one’s there or her medication wasn’t taken.
So after a while I had to start calling my mom every morning just to make sure she gets up for her daycare to get dressed and everything. I talked to Addus Health Care numerous times about it. I talked to Philadelphia Corporation for Aging about it because they recommended Addus, and they actually talked to them as well. And they were shocked about the whole thing too because this usually is a very good agency, and they never had a problem with them, but they didn’t know what was going on.
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I really liked the lady from Addus Health Care that came out for mom. They actually started off really good, and then all of a sudden we started noticing maybe a couple of weeks then, she wouldn’t eve
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I really liked the lady from Addus Health Care that came out for mom. They actually started off really good, and then all of a sudden we started noticing maybe a couple of weeks then, she wouldn’t even show up or she was late or wouldn’t even call up or I would go over to my mom’s and no one’s there or her medication wasn’t taken.
So after a while I had to start calling my mom every morning just to make sure she gets up for her daycare to get dressed and everything. I talked to Addus Health Care numerous times about it. I talked to Philadelphia Corporation for Aging about it because they recommended Addus, and they actually talked to them as well. And they were shocked about the whole thing too because this usually is a very good agency, and they never had a problem with them, but they didn’t know what was going on.
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81 Bassett Highway , Dover, NJ, 07801
Medicaid referred me to Always Home Care for my dad, who is a stroke survivor in need of a home health aide. These people put me through a series of questions and had me go through the work of getting
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Medicaid referred me to Always Home Care for my dad, who is a stroke survivor in need of a home health aide. These people put me through a series of questions and had me go through the work of getting a doctor’s referral for the services and then the agency (Deborah is the contact) told me (after I made several follow-up calls a week later:: "The owner has to sign the paperwork for the aide to lift your father. And then we have to find an aide who’s willing to do that kind of work." Mind you, I had already told this woman that my father can assist and doesn’t need to be picked up, only guided. After several more phone calls to them I was assured that Deborah would call me back with an answer. She never did. But God is good because if this is any indication of the reliability of any aides hired, my dad was spared and I was saved. Thank you, Jesus.
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Medicaid referred me to Always Home Care for my dad, who is a stroke survivor in need of a home health aide. These people put me through a series of questions and had me go through the work of getting
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Medicaid referred me to Always Home Care for my dad, who is a stroke survivor in need of a home health aide. These people put me through a series of questions and had me go through the work of getting a doctor’s referral for the services and then the agency (Deborah is the contact) told me (after I made several follow-up calls a week later:: "The owner has to sign the paperwork for the aide to lift your father. And then we have to find an aide who’s willing to do that kind of work." Mind you, I had already told this woman that my father can assist and doesn’t need to be picked up, only guided. After several more phone calls to them I was assured that Deborah would call me back with an answer. She never did. But God is good because if this is any indication of the reliability of any aides hired, my dad was spared and I was saved. Thank you, Jesus.
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Paying for Home Care in Cherry Hill, NJ
The Cost of Home Care in Cherry Hill, NJ
The average cost of home care in Cherry Hill is $5,329 per month according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2021. Although $372 higher than the national average of $4,957, it is below the New Jersey median of $5,529. Rates vary across the state depending on location, with the most affordable city being Vineland, where seniors pay $4,767. Charging a monthly rate of $5,148, Trenton home care agencies also charge less than those in Cherry Hill. The most expensive cities are Atlantic City and Ocean City, where retirees spend an average of $5,529 on in-home care.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Cherry Hill, NJ
At $5,329 per month, home care is one of the most affordable forms of senior care in Cherry Hill, only surpassed by adult day care at $1,777. Retirees requiring some medical assistance can choose home health care for an additional $10 a month. Although services are similar to in-home care, home health care also offers basic medical care, such as diabetes management and physical therapy performed by therapists or registered nurses. Residential care is the most expensive, with assisted living facilities and nursing homes charging $5,685 and $11,437, respectively.
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
Note: Data for Cherry Hill was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Cherry Hill, NJ
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.
Cherry Hill 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 Cherry Hill:
Address: 820 Mercer St., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Phone Number: (856) 665-6500
The township of Cherry Hill offers its own roster of services and support for older residents of the town who are 55 or older through the town’s Senior Services Program Coordinator. The most notable programs offered by the Cherry Hill Township government include a bus service for senior and disabled individuals that offers free transportation Monday to Friday along specified routes. Seniors can also arrange in advance for custom transportation to specific places inside the town. Classes and recreational events are offered free of charge to resident seniors through the town Recreation Department all year long. The town also runs a Handy Helper program through which elderly residents 62 or older are offered free minor home repairs by certified contractors.
Address: 5287 Rt. 70, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Phone Number: (856) 910-8228
The New Jersey Weatherization Assistance Program is a federally funded program that’s coordinated by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Eligible seniors can apply for this service through their local county WAP administration offices. In Camden County, this is the Camden County Council on Economic Opportunity. Seniors 60 or older are automatically eligible if they receive Supplemental Security Income payments; otherwise, they may apply if their household income is below $34,840 in a two-person household or $25,760 in a single-person home.
Address: 537 W Nicholson Rd., Audubon, NJ 08106
Phone Number: 856-456-1121
The Senior Shared Housing Program is run by Senior Citizens United Community Services of New Jersey. This particular service assists elderly homeowners in Camden County in matching themselves with individuals who are looking for an affordable housing opportunity. The program lets both parties benefit in terms of mutual financial support and in combating social isolation or issues with living alone. The Senior Citizens United Organization also offers several other programs for seniors in the county.
Address: 290 Broad St., Summit, NJ 07901
Phone Number: (908) 273-5550
Sage Eldercare is a registered nonprofit operating throughout New Jersey that helps seniors through state-accredited adult daycare professionals. It offers adult day programs with structured social activities that can be chosen based on an individual’s preferences. Sage also manages support for grocery shopping assistance and Medicare consulting. Its Meals on Wheels program isn’t available in Cherry Hill, but the nonprofit invites seniors to contact it so that they can be put into contact with a local affiliate.
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.
