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7925 Jones Branch Dr., Suite LL 140, Mclean, VA, 22102
3.9
(31 reviews)
"I am using HomeCare.com for Mom. They're courteous, on time, knowledgeable on the things they need to do, and very much a caring group of people. They are good at following up. They call ahead and kind of follow up as necessary. They're good for all ..."
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143 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH, 43517
4.8
(137 reviews)
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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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1616 E Wooster St, Unit 28, Bowling Green, OH, 43402
The compassionate caregivers of Comfort Keepers of Bowling Green, Ohio provide a unique brand of in-home care that engages seniors in the activities of daily living, enabling them to maintain fulfilling, independent living in the comfort of their own homes. We're honored to serve seniors and their families in and around Bowling Green, Napoleon,Ottawa, Defiance, Bryan and Archbold Ohio Comfort Keepers is owned and operated by Gary and Lennis Neisler. Helping folks stay in their homes has been a lifelong endeavor. In 2004 their passion also became their business. The reason that's important to our clients? The genuine care and concern of the owners is translated in the people we hire and the care we provide. We don't expect you to manage your Comfort Keepers. That is our job and we take it seriously. With managers available live by phone 24/7 we are here for any concerns. We customize care from our comprehensive offering of services to provide each of our clients the exact assistance they need to maintain safe, quality, independent living. Depending on need, we can provide just a few hours of care a week up to 24/7 care. With offices in Tiffin and Bowling Green, we hire our Comfort Keepers from many communities across our territory. There is always a Comfort Keeper close by. You'll find that Comfort Keepers in-home elder care surpasses the care of other providers in three key ways: The people we hire. We call them Comfort Keepers. We go to great lengths to find and hire the best people who have a natural gift for enriching the lives of seniors Interactive Caregiving. It's our one-of-a-kind brand of caregiving, that actively involves seniors in their own care, promoting their physical, mental and emotional well-being and independence. It's what makes Comfort Keepers more effective than any other in-home elder care. Dependability. You can depend on our Comfort Keepers to arrive at the time they are scheduled. We are seldom late and simply do not miss shifts. Our services are customized to the necessary plan of care to meet your non-medical needs. Conversation and Companionship Personal Care Light housekeeping Bathing Meal Preparation Dressing Incidental Transportation Incontinence care Grocery shopping and Errands Toileting Medication Reminders Transferring Feeding Caregiver Information Caregiver Skills Include: Ethics, Patient Transfers, Stress Management, Grief Issues, Family Communication, Transition Issues, Communicating with Dementia Patients Caregivers employed, bonded and insured: Yes Caregivers available 24 hours a day: Yes Available to assisted living facility: Yes RN on Staff: Yes
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1018 Ralston Avenue, Suite 108, Defiance, OH, 43512
Home health care services from Interim allow individuals to stay safe, independent, and engaged while remaining in their own homes. We offer: Personal Care and Support Companionship and help with daily living activities such as grooming, bathing, fixing meals, and laundry. Respite Care Respite care from Interim provides family members breaks from the daily routine of care giving. Whether it's for a few hours or a long vacation, Interim can provide the support and relief needed.
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According to Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Defiance’s monthly average cost for home care is identical to both the state and national averages. However, there’s a reasonable amount of cost variation within the state. Residents of the state capital Columbus see the highest average prices at $600 more than Defiance. Dayton is also more expensive at roughly $400 higher on average. In general, home care costs tend to be less expensive in Ohio’s northeast, where residents of Akron pay about $900 less per month for home care and Youngstown residents pay nearly $700 less.
Defiance
$4,957
Ohio
$4,957
The United States
$4,957
Dayton
$5,434
Columbus
$5,625
Youngstown
$4,290
Akron
$4,052
Assisted living is cheaper than home care in Defiance at $4,603 a month. Since home health care requires a higher level of medical involvement than regular home care, it’s usually more expensive. In Defiance, however, the average price of home health care is actually a few hundred dollars less than that of home care and much closer to the price of assisted living. Nursing home care is the most expensive option, with seniors seeing a monthly average cost of almost $2,200 more than home care.
Home Care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$4,576
Assisted Living
$4,603
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$7,133
Note: Data for Defiance was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lima, 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 Defiance:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) | (800) 282-0880 | 77 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43215 | HEAP is a state-funded program that assists low-income homeowners and seniors 60 years old and over with their heating bills. To be eligible, applicants must meet certain household size and income limits. Once approved, the benefit amount will be directly applied to the customer’s utility bill. |
| Nutrition Program | (419) 782-3233 | 140 E. Broadway St., Defiance, OH 43512 | Defiance County Senior Services provides nutritious meals at the center or home-delivered to seniors who are unable to prepare meals for themselves. Meals are approved by a licensed dietician and can be delivered hot or frozen. A nutritional assessment will be performed to determine any additional needs and provide available resources within the community. |
| Area Office on Aging | (800) 472-7277 | Area Office on Aging | The PASSPORT Program through the Area Office on Aging’s In-Home Care Program helps qualified low-income seniors 60 years old and over with housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing, dressing, grooming, transportation, home medical equipment and supplies. |
| United Way of Defiance County | (419) 782-3510 | 608 Clinton St., Defiance, OH 43512 | The FlexRide Program through the United Way provides transportation services to residents of Defiance County for medical appointments, court services and job interviews. |
| Elderly Home Repair Program | (419) 784-5393 | 1933 E. 2nd St. Defiance, Ohio 43512 | Low-income homeowners age 60 and over who reside in the counties of Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Paulding and Williams can qualify for the Elderly Home Repair Program. Minor home repairs are addressed to help seniors continue to live safely and independently in their homes. Some home modifications include grab bars, handrails, adequate lighting, handheld showerheads, wheelchair-accessible toilets, repair or replace furnaces or hot water heaters and roofing repairs. |
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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