Diverse neighborhoods, low crime rates and proximity to New York City make Yonkers a desirable place to live. About 17%, or over 35,000, of residents are seniors — a number on par with national rates. Yonkers is home to St. John’s Riverside Hospital and St. Joseph’s Medical Center. NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Hospital in neighboring Bronxville is close by and has a geriatrics department.
Yonkers generally has high living costs but is significantly less expensive than New York City, and Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports that the average cost for home care in the area is $5,529 per month. Home care helps with housekeeping and daily tasks. For seniors who need additional light medical services, there’s home health care.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Yonkers– 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 Yonkers, NY
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1 Depot Plaza, Mamaroneck, NY, 10543
I can count on them and they will provide the care.
I like that they are reliable and that the staff are good people.
I can count on them and they will provide the care.
I like that they are reliable and that the staff are good people.
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
172 S Broadway, Ste 2A, White Plains, NY, 10605
The services have been impactful because my mom is up and walking.
I like Right at Home because the communication is great, and I do not have to worry about anything.
The services have been impactful because my mom is up and walking.
I like Right at Home because the communication is great, and I do not have to worry about anything.
77 Tarrytown Rd, White Plains, NY, 10607
We are very pleased with the care provided to our 100 plus year family member by the Home Instead care givers. The care givers are very responsive and attentive to our loved one’s needs and are alway
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We are very pleased with the care provided to our 100 plus year family member by the Home Instead care givers. The care givers are very responsive and attentive to our loved one’s needs and are always willing to go the extra step to make sure she is as comfortable as possible. Also, special thanks to the office staff who have always made sure the best possible care was delivered at all times!
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We are very pleased with the care provided to our 100 plus year family member by the Home Instead care givers. The care givers are very responsive and attentive to our loved one’s needs and are alway
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We are very pleased with the care provided to our 100 plus year family member by the Home Instead care givers. The care givers are very responsive and attentive to our loved one’s needs and are always willing to go the extra step to make sure she is as comfortable as possible. Also, special thanks to the office staff who have always made sure the best possible care was delivered at all times!
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68 old farm road, Fairfield, CT, 06824
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 profession
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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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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 profession
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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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455 Central Park Avenue, Suite 314, Scarsdale, NY, 10583
We step in with customized comforting, life-affirming care that moves your loved one emotionally and physically forward. From personal assistance and companionship to 24-hour care and hospice care, we
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We step in with customized comforting, life-affirming care that moves your loved one emotionally and physically forward. From personal assistance and companionship to 24-hour care and hospice care, we provide the extra help needed to propel your loved one safely and confidentiality to their fullest potential, Wholeheartedly, wherever they call home.
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We step in with customized comforting, life-affirming care that moves your loved one emotionally and physically forward. From personal assistance and companionship to 24-hour care and hospice care, we
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We step in with customized comforting, life-affirming care that moves your loved one emotionally and physically forward. From personal assistance and companionship to 24-hour care and hospice care, we provide the extra help needed to propel your loved one safely and confidentiality to their fullest potential, Wholeheartedly, wherever they call home.
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27 Fifth Street, Stamford, CT, 06905
We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They c
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They come 7 days a week, 18 hours a day. It’s excellent, the caregivers are great and nice. No issue with scheduling; they call way ahead and let us know. Price is a little high but I knew it was going to be, and unfortunately, no insurance covers homecare.
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They c
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We hired Fairfield Family Care, they take care of my mother. She broke her back, so she needs help getting up, going to the bathroom, light housekeeping, and food. They’re cooking food for her. They come 7 days a week, 18 hours a day. It’s excellent, the caregivers are great and nice. No issue with scheduling; they call way ahead and let us know. Price is a little high but I knew it was going to be, and unfortunately, no insurance covers homecare.
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280 N Central Ave, Hartsdale, NY, 10530
Agency provide service to connect a home aide that suits the need of an elder dementia patient. There were issues in the beginning but through diligence a qualified caregiver was placed to assist my M
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Agency provide service to connect a home aide that suits the need of an elder dementia patient. There were issues in the beginning but through diligence a qualified caregiver was placed to assist my Mom. Their determination is recognized and appreciated. If issue arises the agency is extremely quick at sorting these out.
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Agency provide service to connect a home aide that suits the need of an elder dementia patient. There were issues in the beginning but through diligence a qualified caregiver was placed to assist my M
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Agency provide service to connect a home aide that suits the need of an elder dementia patient. There were issues in the beginning but through diligence a qualified caregiver was placed to assist my Mom. Their determination is recognized and appreciated. If issue arises the agency is extremely quick at sorting these out.
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73 Market Street, Suite 376, Yonkers, NY, 10804
1318 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11219
40 Lorrine Ave , Mount Vernon, NY, 10553
Lean On Me Home Care is an in-home aid service provider who prides itself with going above and beyond to meet all our clients needs. As family members or someone in need of care, we understand that yo
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Lean On Me Home Care is an in-home aid service provider who prides itself with going above and beyond to meet all our clients needs. As family members or someone in need of care, we understand that you expect no less than the best care possible. In-home care should be genuine, not only take care of all the physical responsibilities but to bring light and joy to your home as well, to feel safe and secure, to be understood, respected and well taken care of.
Our goal is to make your home a pure Sanctuary where you feel safe, to make your days purposeful and filling just to your liking and to provide you with an aid you can confide in, to make sure your needs are met, your environment is clean, no meals are missed and a smile is present always.
Spend your days doing what makes you happy and whole and leave all the responsibilities for us. We will take care of your appointments, timely medication intake, complete/accompany your daily errands, plan your extra-curricular activities and go above and beyond in everything we do for you.
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Lean On Me Home Care is an in-home aid service provider who prides itself with going above and beyond to meet all our clients needs. As family members or someone in need of care, we understand that yo
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Lean On Me Home Care is an in-home aid service provider who prides itself with going above and beyond to meet all our clients needs. As family members or someone in need of care, we understand that you expect no less than the best care possible. In-home care should be genuine, not only take care of all the physical responsibilities but to bring light and joy to your home as well, to feel safe and secure, to be understood, respected and well taken care of.
Our goal is to make your home a pure Sanctuary where you feel safe, to make your days purposeful and filling just to your liking and to provide you with an aid you can confide in, to make sure your needs are met, your environment is clean, no meals are missed and a smile is present always.
Spend your days doing what makes you happy and whole and leave all the responsibilities for us. We will take care of your appointments, timely medication intake, complete/accompany your daily errands, plan your extra-curricular activities and go above and beyond in everything we do for you.
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7845 Tylersville Road, West Chester, OH, 45069
19 Court Street, Suite Lower Level, White Plains, NY, 10601
3652 Lee Rd #331 , Jefferson Valley, NY, 10535
They are very flexible.
They have been very flexible, which is great, it is expensive, but most of their caregivers are great and some had been not too good, so they are good about not providing them
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They are very flexible.
They have been very flexible, which is great, it is expensive, but most of their caregivers are great and some had been not too good, so they are good about not providing them again.
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They are very flexible.
They have been very flexible, which is great, it is expensive, but most of their caregivers are great and some had been not too good, so they are good about not providing them
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They are very flexible.
They have been very flexible, which is great, it is expensive, but most of their caregivers are great and some had been not too good, so they are good about not providing them again.
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700 White Plains, Scarsdale, NY, 10583
Really wonderful experience with this business who helped care for my elderly mother.
The aides were professional, caring, and provided daily, day-to-day assistance and support to my mom; it was suc
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Really wonderful experience with this business who helped care for my elderly mother.
The aides were professional, caring, and provided daily, day-to-day assistance and support to my mom; it was such a big help to our small family.
I would use Elder Care again in a heartbeat and highly recommend their services.
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Really wonderful experience with this business who helped care for my elderly mother.
The aides were professional, caring, and provided daily, day-to-day assistance and support to my mom; it was suc
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Really wonderful experience with this business who helped care for my elderly mother.
The aides were professional, caring, and provided daily, day-to-day assistance and support to my mom; it was such a big help to our small family.
I would use Elder Care again in a heartbeat and highly recommend their services.
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575 8th Avenue, New York, NY, 10018
We have been using :LeanonWe for 6 months now. It has been a complete life saver for us. They have assisted in all aspects of providing great carers for my Mother in Law.
We have been using :LeanonWe for 6 months now. It has been a complete life saver for us. They have assisted in all aspects of providing great carers for my Mother in Law.
230 N. Main St., Spring Valley, NY, 10977
Helpful, kind, diligent, informative and kind. Is there anything better then this type of service? I feel very fortunate to have found Ruth, Tiranny, Melissa and the entire staff at Marquee. Thank you
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Helpful, kind, diligent, informative and kind. Is there anything better then this type of service? I feel very fortunate to have found Ruth, Tiranny, Melissa and the entire staff at Marquee. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Helpful, kind, diligent, informative and kind. Is there anything better then this type of service? I feel very fortunate to have found Ruth, Tiranny, Melissa and the entire staff at Marquee. Thank you
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Helpful, kind, diligent, informative and kind. Is there anything better then this type of service? I feel very fortunate to have found Ruth, Tiranny, Melissa and the entire staff at Marquee. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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148 Hamilton Ave, White Plains, NY, 10601
Neighbors helped my family and me care for my mother before she died. Anna who was our night aide the last week of my mother’s life was an extraordinarily kind and caring person. She was skilled at
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Neighbors helped my family and me care for my mother before she died. Anna who was our night aide the last week of my mother’s life was an extraordinarily kind and caring person. She was skilled at taking care of both my mother and our family in what was an intimate and very delicate situation. She was present and in charge without being intrusive. She was very caring and gentle with my mother and helped guide us through a very difficult week.
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Neighbors helped my family and me care for my mother before she died. Anna who was our night aide the last week of my mother’s life was an extraordinarily kind and caring person. She was skilled at
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Neighbors helped my family and me care for my mother before she died. Anna who was our night aide the last week of my mother’s life was an extraordinarily kind and caring person. She was skilled at taking care of both my mother and our family in what was an intimate and very delicate situation. She was present and in charge without being intrusive. She was very caring and gentle with my mother and helped guide us through a very difficult week.
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134 North Ave, Suite 203, New Rochelle, NY, 10801
No Limit Home Care has provided extraordinary home care for my 99 year old father. They are very attentive to the needs of my father. The care that is given to my father will give him another 5 years
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No Limit Home Care has provided extraordinary home care for my 99 year old father. They are very attentive to the needs of my father. The care that is given to my father will give him another 5 years of good health. They are the best.
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No Limit Home Care has provided extraordinary home care for my 99 year old father. They are very attentive to the needs of my father. The care that is given to my father will give him another 5 years
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No Limit Home Care has provided extraordinary home care for my 99 year old father. They are very attentive to the needs of my father. The care that is given to my father will give him another 5 years of good health. They are the best.
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144 Gardnerville Road, New Hampton, NY, 10958
I have been assisting the elderly with their affairs for over 25 years including arranging for their home care services. Recently, because of a bad fall, I found myself in need of a home health aide.
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I have been assisting the elderly with their affairs for over 25 years including arranging for their home care services. Recently, because of a bad fall, I found myself in need of a home health aide. I was fortunate to have a caregiver come to help me. I can say without hesitation that the caregiver is an excellent, not only with great skills, but also with a caring, conscientious, and lovely upbeat attitude.
I highly recommend County Home Care.
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I have been assisting the elderly with their affairs for over 25 years including arranging for their home care services. Recently, because of a bad fall, I found myself in need of a home health aide.
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I have been assisting the elderly with their affairs for over 25 years including arranging for their home care services. Recently, because of a bad fall, I found myself in need of a home health aide. I was fortunate to have a caregiver come to help me. I can say without hesitation that the caregiver is an excellent, not only with great skills, but also with a caring, conscientious, and lovely upbeat attitude.
I highly recommend County Home Care.
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149 So. Euclid Ave, Westfield, NJ, 07090
They were caring so beautifully for my dad. My dad already passed away. Their care for him was excellent. Everytime I call them, there’s always a consistent person or two who took my calls. They alway
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They were caring so beautifully for my dad. My dad already passed away. Their care for him was excellent. Everytime I call them, there’s always a consistent person or two who took my calls. They always knew who I was and knew what we needed. Their response was always immediate and timely. The individuals who were assigned to us were very caring and knowledgeable. We had been in touch with them for over a couple of years because of dad’s needs.
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They were caring so beautifully for my dad. My dad already passed away. Their care for him was excellent. Everytime I call them, there’s always a consistent person or two who took my calls. They alway
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They were caring so beautifully for my dad. My dad already passed away. Their care for him was excellent. Everytime I call them, there’s always a consistent person or two who took my calls. They always knew who I was and knew what we needed. Their response was always immediate and timely. The individuals who were assigned to us were very caring and knowledgeable. We had been in touch with them for over a couple of years because of dad’s needs.
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Paying for Home Care in Yonkers, NY
The Cost of Home Care in Yonkers, NY
Like most of the New York metro area, Yonkers has an average home care cost of $5,529 based on Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. This figure makes the area almost $200 above the New York State average of $5,339 and nearly $600 more than the U.S. median which is $4,957. The Mid-Hudson Valley areas such as Poughkeepsie and Kingston save Yonkers seniors approximately $200 to $400 monthly, similar to Bridgeport and New Haven in the neighboring state of Connecticut.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Yonkers, NY
Home health care costs almost $200 more than home care due to its licensed clinical support services and is comparable in price to assisted living, which is inclusive of monthly accommodations, daily meals and round-the-clock caregiver supervision. Seniors who are not totally homebound may find adult day health care to be a suitable arrangement and the most affordable option. Nursing home care provides 24-hour skilled support and is more than twice the cost of any other community-based care option in the area.
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
Note: Data for Yonkers was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Yonkers, NY
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.
Yonkers 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 Yonkers:
Address: 435 Riverdale Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10705
Phone Number: (914) 377-6823
Yonker’s Office for the Aging offers valuable resources and services for the senior community. Services include case management, recreation and transportation assistance. Health and wellness programs, including awareness classes, are also offered. These services are free and available to residents age 60 and over. The office is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Address: 285 Nepperhan Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10701
Phone Number: (914) 377-6143
This program is offered through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation. Residents age 60 and older have access to a rotating calendar of free events designed to keep seniors active, healthy and social. A few examples of available activities include painting, tai chi, crafts and exercise programs. Activities are only available through reservations, so interested seniors are encouraged to call.
Address: Locations Vary
Phone Number: (914) 813-6427
Available for free to seniors age 55 and over with chronic conditions, Health For Life Program teaches valuable information that can promote greater overall wellbeing. The program lasts 2.5 weeks and is hosted at varying community locations like houses of worship or senior centers. Participants learn the importance of physical exercise and healthy eating, as well as medication management. Seniors will also learn how to manage stress and more effectively communicate with their care providers.
Address: Virtual (Serving NY, NJ, and PA)
Phone Number: (732) 639-1579
Invisible Hands is a non-profit, contactless food and delivery service providing assistance to at-risk populations like seniors, the disabled and those with chronic health conditions. The delivery is free, but seniors will pay for the procured items. However, Invisible Hands has partnered with local food pantries to help at-risk people with low incomes receive food assistance. Seniors having difficulty affording groceries are encourage to apply for help.
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.
