Last Updated: June 5, 2024 -
Akron sits on the Ohio and Erie Canal, about 40 miles south of Lake Erie, in northeast Ohio. A total of 38 home care agencies serve the area, including 38 based within city limits. These agencies provide comprehensive nonmedical assistance with everyday tasks, such as bathing, dressing, household cleaning and meal preparations. At $6,101, the 2024 expected monthly cost of in-home care in Akron exceeds the national median by $381.
Our directory of the city's home care agencies includes 537 reviews reviews, with a (global.averageRatingStars} average star rating, offering valuable insights into each agency's services.
38 Results
7181 Chagrin Rd, Suite 200, Chagrin Falls, OH, 44023
4.6
(235 reviews)
"I have used Cherished Companions in the past and am again using them to help me with my husband's care. Because of our past and positive experience with the agency, I immediately turned to them when it was determined that due to his weakened conditi..."
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273 Wooster Rd N, Unit A, Barberton, OH, 44203
4.6
(181 reviews)
"The In Home Helpers from Barberton were wonderful. The girls that came and helped my mother through the night were so kind and patient with her while she was in the late stage of dementia. The company was easy to work with and worked so hard to meet..."
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620 East Smith Road, Suite W-4 , Medina, OH, 44256
4.7
(45 reviews)
"Excellent care and service. Attentive to my mother's needs. Helping me with organizing my mother's needs at home after coming home from hospital. Responsive to my questions and feel secure leaving my mother in the care of Right at Home Medina caregiv..."
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7925 Jones Branch Dr., Suite LL 140, Mclean, VA, 22102
3.9
(29 reviews)
"We've been using HomeCare.com for Mom. Everything's been great. Any time I need something done I just contact them and they get it done. If I need a different caregiver, they find a replacement pretty fast. Everything's catered to us. We use them fou..."
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34 S Main Street , Chagrin Falls, OH, 44022
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I’ve been using Ondecare for my dad the last couple of months and have been overwhelmingly satisfied. The team is helpful and responsive in problem solving and I’ve been pleased with caretakers who’ve been helping with dad. Most importantly, dad has ..."
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One Park Centre, Suite 102, Wadsworth, OH, 44281
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My parents have been using home instead Senior care for approximately five years. The caregivers are very conscientious, hard-working and caring. The office staff is very accommodating and helpful with the schedule. The only complaint I would have ab..."
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2 North Park Circle, Ste D & E, brook park, OH, 44142
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My sisters and I were SO impressed with the care we received from Always Best Care Cleveland South for our father. The caregivers were experienced, friendly, reliable and trustworthy. We were relieved to know that we could count on the help dad nee..."
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700 Ghent Rd, Suite 300, Fairlawn, OH, 44333
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Home Instead bends over backwards to help with any of my ever-changing requests and most importantly my mom loves her team of caregivers!..."
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4427 Talmadge RR S-2, Toledo, OH, 43623
"Since 1996, the compassionate caregivers from Always Best Care have helped thousands of families with non-medical in-home care needs. We pr..."
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P.O. Box 661, Twinsburg, OH, 44087
5.0
(6 reviews)
"We found Senior Helping Seniors for my aunt. We found a caregiver in a week. They do companion care and they fix her meals. We've been using them for 2 months now and they're always on time. I like that they're older and a little bit closer to her ge..."
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24381 Aurora Rd, Bedford, OH, 44146
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I love this company, they provide quality care, their aides are all professional and help me to my appointments and all of my needs. ..."
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8310 Port Jackson Ave NW # 3, North Canton, OH, 44720
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We have been using Rather Be Home for a month and a half now. The key thing that turned my opinion after studying them was that they have been chosen as an outstanding organization by the folks who used them and there were people who thought they wer..."
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150 Springside Drive Suite C340, Akron, OH, 44333
4.1
(6 reviews)
"Homewatch Caregivers are great! ..."
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450 White Pond Drive Suite 200, Akron, OH, 44320
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I have someone from Senior Helpers coming into our house to help me out with my husband. We choose it because it is cheaper than assisted living and he is happier at home. They are able to do just about anything. They can help him bathe. They can fix..."
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2500 East 22nd Street, Cleveland, OH, 44115
4.3
(3 reviews)
"the nurses in hospice of the VNA were very compassionate and went the extra mile to help loved ones. They took excellent care of my dad as a home care provider and later as his hospice nurses and aides. ..."
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26777 Lorain Road, Suite 501, North Olmsted, OH, 44070
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is more comfortable with At Home Neighborly Nurse. They had an RN on staff. They provide general care and assistance around the house. My mom is glad to have them with her. She doesn't need help constantly and she's still self-sufficient, but ..."
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700 Ken Mar Industrial Parkway, Suite 5, Broadview Heights, OH, 44147
3.0
(6 reviews)
"I am a current client for about 2 years now. The aides are all friendly and take great care of me and my wife. I have even had the boss come out who is also a caregiver when there has been a call off and can't fill the spot. I would highly recomme..."
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775 Greenwood Avenue, Akron, OH, 44320
"Our dedication is in assisting you or your loved one to live an enhanced lifestyle by providing services so you may remain comfortable and s..."
READ MOREHome care providers in Akron charge $6,101 per month, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This figure exceeds the U.S. national norm and Ohio state median by $381 and $762, respectively. In the state capital of Columbus, seniors pay about $1,525 less for home care than those in Akron. Cleveland's and Youngstown's expected home care expenses are also cheaper than Akron's by roughly $762.
In Akron, home health care, which delivers in-home skilled nursing and therapy services, and home care both cost $6,101. Residential nursing home care is notably more expensive at $9,049 for shared accommodations. Assisted living, which provides maintenance-free private residences and tailored support with daily tasks, charges about $5,390, making it the most affordable option.
Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,101
Assisted Living Facility
$5,390
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$9,049
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.
Seniors living at home in Akron can access the following resources to save money or enhance their quality of life. Some programs may only be available to older adults with limited incomes and disabilities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Exemption | (330) 643-2661 | If you qualify for the homestead exemption in Summit County, the tax assessor will exempt the first $25,000 of value on your home for property tax purposes. This can provide savings of around $500 per year. To be eligible, you must be aged 65 or older, not have an income exceeding $34,600 and live in the property receiving the exemption as a primary residence. You can apply for this exemption over the phone or by submitting a form through the mail. |
| Meals on Wheels of Northeast Ohio | (330) 515-5605 | If you're unable to obtain meals on your own as a homebound senior, Meals on Wheels may be able to help. Volunteers deliver nutritious meals every day of the week while checking in on the health and well-being of beneficiaries. Meals on Wheels is available to anyone who needs it and you're only expected to pay what you can afford. This program is run by Vantage, an organization that also offers non-medical home care, volunteer opportunities and behavioral health. |
| Akron Home Repair Program | (330) 591-4694 | Seniors who need vital repairs in order to remain safe in their own homes in Akron may qualify for the city's home repair program. You can get up to $25,000 worth of work that's limited to things that affect your health, safety and wellness. All work is performed by city-approved and licensed building contractors. To qualify for this program, you must occupy the home being repaired and earn no more than 80% of the Area Median Income. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes 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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5.0
Review of Senior Helpers of North East Ohio
I have someone from Senior Helpers coming into our house to help me out with my husband. We choose it because it is cheaper than assisted living and he is happier at home. They are able to do just...
Home Care
Elle1
4.0
Review of Senior Helpers of North East Ohio
My sister went on a vacation so I was left alone that's why I got the services of Senior Helpers. Their caregivers did well and they were very nice. They cleaned my dishes and did my laundry. They...
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