Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Suffolk County, NY, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.7 out of 5 stars across the 99 options below.
CARING STARS WINNER
754 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY, 11803
4.7
(198 reviews)
"We have used Right at Home for over 10 years. They have always provided us high quality aides to take care of our mother 24x7. They also provide a nurse who visits regularly to take vitals and dispense medication...."
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CARING STARS WINNER
85 Echo Ave, Suite 5, Miller Place, NY, 11764
4.8
(203 reviews)
"Jamie and the staff at Right-At-Home Long Island provided excellent care to both my Mom and my Dad. Awesome service(s) for those in need of care for their elder parents, and especially want to thank Laura who became a close friend and advisor for our..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
775 Park Ave. Suite 255 , Huntington, NY, 11743
4.7
(68 reviews)
"We got a home attendant from Home Helpers of Huntington - NY who was able to help with my dad's daily needs, helped him use the restroom, helped my mom prepare his lunch, helped my mom do the dishes, bathe him, and dress him. Communication with the a..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
1111 Route 110, Suite 207, Farmingdale, NY, 11735
4.9
(44 reviews)
"We cannot say enough about Jeanine and her team. She came and spent time with my family gathering as much information as possible about my parents. WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON! Jeanine spoke to my parents as if they were her own. She answered all que..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
900 Wheeler Rd, Suite 240, Hauppauge, NY, 11788
4.8
(26 reviews)
"Pattie is always on top of everything. The quality of the women who have been hired is excellent. They have all seemed to be capable and caring. I am very happy that I chose Home Instead when I needed help...."
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CARING STARS WINNER
215 E Main St. , Suite 200B, Huntington, NY, 11743
4.6
(26 reviews)
"We are using Elder Home Care for my mom. They've been great at getting us the particular aides that we are looking for. My mom requires 24-hour care, so they've been wonderful. We originally started with just a couple of hours, mainly on the weekends..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
148 E Montauk Hwy, Suite 2, Hampton Bays, NY, 11946
5.0
(14 reviews)
"Home Instead stepped in for home care for my mom and dad after another company pulled out. Beth and Lyndsay and staff offered sound advice and support to our family when needed most. Dad enjoyed the company and care the aides offered. Beth visited in..."
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1747 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ste. 44, Islandia, NY, 11749
5.0
(7 reviews)
"I've had an excellent experience with Ellison Care from day one. I was stranded with somebody to take care of my father in-law who was not well and living at home. They called me back at 5.30 in the morning before noon on the same day with an unbelie..."
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550 Smithtown Byp, STE 101, Smithtown, NY, 11787
4.9
(11 reviews)
"Right at Home provided round-the-clock home health aides during my father’s home hospice. All of the aides and office staff (in particular aides Nadine, Michelda, Caurine and Ruth and Vicky and Gregg in the office) were excellent and made a very diff..."
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115 Newbridge Road, Hicksville, NY, 11801
4.6
(8 reviews)
"We've been using Senior Helpers - Central Long Island. They've been very helpful. They gave me a lot of other information to help us pay. They offer a wide range of things because my mother didn't necessarily need someone to bathe her and this and th..."
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150 Broadhollow Rd, Suite 315, Huntington Station, NY, 11746
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Under the the care of Marni and Greg Altfest, we have had an excellent experience with Home Instead. The women that looked after, and eventually befriended our mother, were kind, competent, compassionate and reliable. We were so lucky to have such s..."
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26 E. Park Ave Suite 320, Long Beach, NY, 11561
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Over the past 9 months, Home Helpers of Mineola have been providing care for my wife. The staff we have in the home are extremely helpful and fantastic. We are treated as family and loved. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat...."
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2100 Deer Park Ave, Suite 1B, Deer Park, NY, 11729
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Excel has provided aides for my 98 yo mother for several years. I am very happy with her care because her aides genuinely care about her. They are competent and professional. Interactions with the management are easy and I have had no problems wit..."
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212 Medford Ave., Rte 112, Patchogue, NY, 11772
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I had this Agency for my sister. the aides were extremely helpful. If there was a cancellation, they would communicate and send me someone as soon as they could. No complain about this office...."
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344 Deer Park Ave, Babylon, NY, 11702
5.0
(9 reviews)
"I can’t express enough gratitude for the incredible care Gentle Touch provided for my mom, who had Alzheimer’s and dementia. She was not an easy patient, yet every caregiver treated her with such kindness, patience, and respect. They were knowledgeab..."
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1318 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11219
At Moskowitz Legal Group we protect the interest of our clients while preserving family harmony. We specialize in the areas of Elder Law and Medicaid Planning. Our specialized knowledge in these areas allows us to provide the same comprehensive and experienced legal service as the larger New York firms, but do so with a tailored empathetic approach to the individual client.
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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 needs, wants and preferences. Our goal is to provide exceptional client centered care with a quality team to achieve excellent outcomes. We serve the New York City metro area, Westchester County in New York, Fairfield County in Connecticut, and Bergen, Morris, and Essex Counties in New Jersey.
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250 Fulton Ave. Ste. 207, Hempstead, NY, 11550
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7 South Jersey Ave. Suite 3, East Setauket, NY, 11733
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1295 Broadway , Hewlett, NY, 11557
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Home care in Suffolk County costs $5,148 a month, which is slightly less than the state average of $5,339 but more than the national average of $4,957. While many areas in the state have higher average costs, including New York City, Poughkeepsie and Rochester, prices to the east in Buffalo are slightly less.
Suffolk County
$5,148
New York
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
New York City Area
$5,529
Poughkeepsie Area
$5,339
Buffalo
$4,957
Rochester
$5,720
While the cost of monthly home care in Suffolk County is $5,148, costs for other types of senior care vary greatly in the area. The lowest-priced care is adult day health care, which costs $1,268 on average. The most expensive care is nursing home care. Home health care, which includes light medical services by certified professionals, such as wound care or assistance with insulin, costs over $400 more than home care, and assisted living care costs over $100 more.
Home Care
$5,148
Home Health Care
$5,577
Adult Day Care
$1,268
Assisted Living
$5,269
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$13,437
Note: Data for Suffolk County was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Albany, 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 Suffolk County:
| Resource | Contact | Service | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident Services | (631) 436-1892 | The Community Development Corporation of Long Island (CDCLI) is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of senior services at four different venues across the county. The aim of the services is to assist seniors to age in place and remain independent for as long as possible. Volunteers help seniors to apply for the Home Energy Assistance Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Housing Choice Voucher. Additionally, they help seniors fill out paperwork, pay bills and understand programs such as Medicare Part D. The centers also offer activities, including arts and crafts, movie screenings, fitness classes and wellness programs. | |
| Catholic Charities of Long Island | (631) 789-5219 | The Catholic Charities of Long Island is a nonprofit organization that is funded by community donations and staffed by volunteers from the church. It serves hot meals at congregate sites two days a week for senior citizens in the area. There is no charge for the meals, and transport to the sites can be arranged. In addition, the organization runs a Meals on Wheels program that delivers warm or frozen meals to seniors in the area on a daily or weekly basis. Seniors need to be homebound to qualify for the program, and a small donation is requested for the meals. Case managers can assist seniors in applying for other programs that they may qualify for. | 143 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701 |
| The Weatherization Assistance Program | (631) 471-1215 Ext 155 | The Weatherization Assistance Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This free program assists low-income households to reduce their energy costs. Priority is given to the elderly and disabled residents. An energy audit is conducted on the property to determine what cost-effective measures could be installed to reduce energy usage. Some of the services offered include attic insulation, weather stripping, and repairing or replacing water heaters. |
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.
Reviews of Care Providers Nearby
Home Care
Mark A_15
5.0
Review of Right at Home Eastern Long Island
She provides care. His aide is very good. They take care of my brother. They do a good job, and it helps me a lot.
Provider response
Thank you Mark for sharing your positive experience with how the services of Right at Home In Homecare & Assistance have helped your brother and your family a lot as we're grateful to live out our...
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Melanie M_7
5.0
Review of Right at Home Eastern Long Island
My mom stopped showing up at my house. The caregivers were attentive and really great listening to me. They are very friendly and understanding.
Provider response
Hi Melanie- Thank you for your review. We're always grateful to know that we've exceeded your expectations and look forward to continuing to do so as we continue to serve the Homecare needs of your...
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Danielle F_1
5.0
Review of Home Helpers Home Care of Huntington - NY
It has given me free time so I can get my work done. They send out very good caregivers.
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