Ranking high on the list of best cities to retire in Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report, the borough of Manhattan, New York, is an ideal setting for seniors who enjoy access to a variety of parks, low-cost, ADA-accessible transportation options, libraries, grocery stores and world-class cultural, arts and entertainment offerings.
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average cost residents pay for home care in this city is $5,529 per month. Although home care assistance differs from home health care, which includes medical services, Manhattan has some of the nation’s highest-ranking medical centers for geriatrics, including Mt. Sinai Hospital’s Geriatric Emergency Department, NYU Langone’s Division of Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care and New York-Presbyterian Hospital – Columbia and Cornell.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Manhattan– 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.
30 Broad Street, 14th Floor, Ste 1415, New York, NY, 10004
4.7
(107 reviews)
"My mother has been caring for my father, who has post-stroke aphasia, for over a decade. When she finally came to me at the breaking point, we found Right At Home, who quickly and compassionately staffed an aide for my father. They were able to match..."
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180 W 80th St, Chesterfield Suites #203, New York, NY, 10024
5.0
(98 reviews)
"Agency provided care for our mother. They were incredibly responsive. They communicated clearly and often. We were able to make sure that the aide was the right fit for our mother. Fantastic experience with these folks...."
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733 Third Ave, Floor 16, New York, NY, 10017
4.6
(73 reviews)
" Touching Hearts has provided our family peace of mind. We know that everyday our dad is getting the care he needs and that our mom is receiving the support she deserves. Overall, the caregivers have been so helpful and caring. Can't imagine what we..."
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261 W 35th St, Suite 405 , New York, NY, 10001
4.5
(69 reviews)
"Very responsive and understanding. Reliable and dependable and easy to communicate with. We had a negative experience with another company, so we REALLY appreciate them even more!..."
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400 E 56th St, Professional Wing, Suite 2, New York, NY, 10022
5.0
(26 reviews)
"Home Instead helped my cousin after he lost his wife due to terminal cancer. It was a really tough time for him dealing with the grief and trying to manage everything on his own was overwhelming.We decided to look into getting him some help mainly fo..."
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750 Lexington Ave, 9th floor, New York, NY, 10022
5.0
(17 reviews)
"A Better Care Option was in fact a better care option. They were caring, efficient, and professional, which made what could’ve been a very difficult situation feel natural. Our 91-year-old mother needed companionship, care, and reliability. And th..."
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1664 East 14th Street, 2nd Fl, Brooklyn, NY, 11229
4.9
(17 reviews)
"We are currently receiving service from this Agency. We are delighted with the ongoing support that we get from the dedicated and professional team. We would like to say thank you to each and every one that works for this Agency and highly recommend..."
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68 old farm road, Fairfield, CT, 06824
5.0
(11 reviews)
"We were referred to Love and Care by the case worker. They have been taking care of my dad since 2021 and we are extremely happy. Our live in caregiver is Very intelligent, caring, flexible professional! ..."
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172-02 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY, 11433
4.6
(13 reviews)
"Gentle Hands literally saved my life when it came down to assisting both of my elderly parents. My mom has dementia and my dad is 97 years old. They have worked above and beyond the call of duty to assist me and my family. The staff that runs this ag..."
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347 Fifth Ave, Ste. 1303, New York, NY, 10016
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother had very quality care and companionship from each of the Duet Companions. We were very pleased with the caliber of these companions and I would highly recommend using their services if you can afford private paying care...."
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2769 Coney Island Avenue, 2nd Floor , Brooklyn, NY, 11235
5.0
(2 reviews)
"GalaxyHome Care is helping my in-laws right now. They have been very professional and their caregivers are compassionate and well trained. Highly recommended. ..."
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67-12 Yellowstone Blvd, Suite A6, Forest Hills, NY, 11375
4.4
(7 reviews)
"At the height of the COVID pandemic in New York City, our 94 year old Aunt's caregiver unexpectedly passed away. We contacted Home Instead of Forest Hills and they were there for us immediately and without hesitation. The care they provided our Aun..."
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344 Deer Park Ave, Babylon, NY, 11702
5.0
(1 reviews)
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I receive care for my great aunt Lisa through A Gentle Touch. I am so glad I decided on using their services. First off, my first interactions to set up care were with Hannah, and I could not have been more pleased with her knowle..."
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3838 Flatlands Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11234
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Elite Home Care is wonderful. The staff is great. If I have any questions or whatever, they promptly answered. They're absolutely professional and prompt. We have an aide three days a week for my dad. She takes care of my dad, gives him his three mea..."
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3020 Avenue L , Brooklyn, NY, 11210
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The care giver provided was very attentive and pay attention to the needs of my mother. Sherry and Sabrina shows plenty of concerns and they're very intuitive. They've been a great help to providing the care that's needed for my mom..."
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56 West 45th Street, Suite 1404, New York, NY, 10036
"By stressing the ability to meet a wide spectrum of individual needs, the personalized service offered by this company is further augmented...."
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70 West 36th Street , New York, NY, 10018
"Our mission is to support the health and well-being of our clients by delivering the finest personalized in-home care, specific to their nee..."
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1295 Broadway , Hewlett, NY, 11557
"Affinity Home Care is a private, concierge agency that prioritizes consistency, communication, and above all, personalized care. Finding ..."
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864 Lexington Ave , New York, NY, 10065
"LifeWorx is a premier five-star-rated, independently owned private pay home care agency providing concierge elder care & lifestyle services ..."
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675 Lexington Ave , New York, NY, 10022
"LifeWorx is a premier five-star-rated, independently owned private pay home care agency providing concierge elder care & lifestyle services ..."
READ MOREBecause Manhattan is one of five New York City boroughs, its costs for home care equal the New York Area’s average costs of $5,529, according to Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. Manhattan average home care costs are equal to the state’s, but are $572 higher than the national average. Some cities north of Manhattan have lower rates, such as Poughkeepsie, Binghamton and Albany. Costs in Ithaca and Syracuse, however, are more expensive.
Manhattan
$5,529
New York State
$5,529
The United States
$4,957
Poughkeepsie
$5,339
Albany
$5,148
Binghamton
$4,814
Ithaca
$6,101
Syracuse
$5,911
The monthly costs for home care in Manhattan average $221 less than assisted living and $6,942 less than skilled nursing costs. Adult day care programs are another, less expensive option, costing significantly less per month on average than in-home care. These programs offer organized recreational and other types of activities, but seniors must travel to the community center offering them. Home health care in Manhattan averages a bit more per month than home care costs. This senior care choice typically includes light medical services overseen by registered nurses or therapists.
Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living
$5,750
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Note: Data for Manhattan, NY was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York Area, NY, 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.
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 Manhattan:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Foundation for Senior Citizens | (212) 962-7559 | 11 Park Place, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10007-2801 | This non-profit, non-sectarian organization provides an array of social service programs and activities to help seniors live well in their communities. Some of the services offered by NYFSC include: |
| Citymeals on Wheels | (212) 687-1234 | 355 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10017 | This charity organization has been delivering meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers daily since 1981, including on weekends, holidays and during emergencies. Seniors who are qualified for home-delivered meals must be 60 or older, unable to prepare nutritious meals and able to live safely at home with or without home care services. Citymeals on Wheels partners with individual, corporate and community volunteers to prepare and deliver meals. |
| Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) | (800) 342-3009 | Manhattan HEAP Office, 122 East 124th Street, Lobby, New York, NY 10035 | This program by the Office of the Temporary Disability and Assistance helps low-income seniors pay for the costs of heating and cooling in their homes. The amount of regular and emergency benefits granted to eligible applicants is based on income, housing size, primary heating source and the presence of seniors 60 and older or permanently disabled residents. |
| NYC Department of Finance Senior Benefits | (212) 639-9675 | 66 John Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10038 | The DOF has the following programs for low-income senior residents who own or rent their homes: |
| Fresh Food for Seniors | (212) 669-8300 | 355 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10017 | This Manhattan Borough initiative in partnership with GrowthNYC allows seniors to purchase fresh, local produce at $8 per bag, which is lower than the retail value of five to six varieties of fruits and vegetables at $12 to $15. Seniors pay a week in advance at participating senior centers throughout Manhattan in order to secure orders at wholesale prices from farmers in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut. |
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.
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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