Home Care for Seniors in Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati is an economic and cultural hub along the Ohio River near the border of Kentucky and Indiana that has quite a bit to offer seniors. In addition to an abundance of museums, restaurants and other shopping locations, the city has an extensive recreational program that helps local seniors participate in everything from aerobics and sports to crafts and dance. It's no surprise that more than 36,000 people aged 65 and over call Cincinnati home. 

Seniors in Cincinnati who would rather age in place than move to a nursing or assisted living facility have many different options for quality home care. Agencies in the area charge an average of about $22 per hour according to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care Survey. The average annual cost is the same for both in-home care and home health care at $50,336. The national averages for in-home care and home health care, $21 and $22 per hour respectively, are about the same as costs in Cincinnati. 

At Caring.com, we've compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Cincinnati area - complete with community descriptions, amenities, health services provided, and reviews from families who've actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we've compiled a list of resources to help seniors and their families access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.

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Seniors in Cincinnati have access to a host of programs and services that enable independence and aging in place, while maintaining the highest possible quality of life. Below, we've compiled a few of the most helpful resources:

J’s Meals on Wheels
8485 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236
(513) 761.7500

This Meals on Wheels program, which is offered by the Mayerson JCC of Cincinnati, delivers nutritious meals for seniors who have difficulty cooking or who can't leave their homes to obtain prepared meals. Seniors aged 60 and over may be eligible, and applications are submitted through the Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio (COA). Qualified applicants can participate in this program for free, but donations are encouraged for those who are able.

Summer Crisis Cooling Program
1740 Langdon Farm Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45237
(513) 569-1840

Between July 1st and August 31st every year, seniors in Hamilton County are eligible to receive electric utility assistance for cooling and indoor air quality and comfort assistance for healthier indoor air. Benefits can include up to $300 for regulated utility customers and up to $500 for central air conditioning repairs. Applications need to be submitted through the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency. Households with a single occupant can't earn more than $21,857.50 per year to be eligible.

Homestead Exemption
138 East Court Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 946-4800

Seniors in Cincinnati who own homes may be eligible for a homestead exemption. To qualify, applicants must be aged 65 or over and not have an Ohio Adjusted Gross Income (OAGI) of more than $32,800 as of 2019. Applications need to be filed with the Hamilton County tax auditor. This is a means-tested program, so applicants will need to provide proof of income to the county. Seniors who are denied have the right to appeal the decision.

Compliance Assistance Repairs for the Elderly (CARE)
805 Central Ave #700
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 569 1840

Provided by the Community Action Agency (CAA) for Cincinnati, this program offers financial assistance for low-income seniors who need to bring their homes up to code for safety and health reasons. Participants must be aged 60 or over and must be under the 80% HUD income limit. Problems that are eligible for repairs include leaking roofs, unsafe stairs, defective siding and dilapidated porches. Approved applicants will receive grants to make repairs to these issues.

Respite Care at St. Margaret Hall
1960 Madison Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
(513) 751-5880

Full-time caregivers for seniors in Cincinnati can get some relief from their duties by taking advantage of the respite services available at St. Margaret Hall. They offer a safe and comfortable environment right in Cincinnati’s Hyde Park area. This service is supported by donations from the community and volunteers. Caregivers in need are encouraged to call St. Margaret Hall to discuss their situation and what kind of respite is available.