Last Updated: June 5, 2024
Portland sits on the Willamette River and offers a mix of urban and suburban amenities, along with 55 home care agencies. Unlike home health care, a long-term solution for those needing private medical care at home, home care includes nonmedical services, such as custodial support and companionship. In 2024, seniors in Portland will pay around $7,627 per month for this level of care, compared to the state’s median rate of $7,055.
Our directory includes an overview of local home care agencies and features 296 reviews reviews. These reviews indicate a typical quality score of 4.6 out of 5 stars stars.
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12753 SW Terraview Drive, Tigard, OR, 97224
4.2
(155 reviews)
"110% recommend this company. The care we received for our mother was exceptional. The owner Don went out of his way to find the best caregiver to match up personality wise with our mom and our family. Our caregiver was an incredible person with exc..."
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6600 SW 105th Ave, Ste 140, Beaverton, OR, 97008
4.5
(105 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is using Right at Home. Everything has been fine. The only issue I've seen is scheduling issues sometimes. Other than that, they're able to confirm if somebody's coming, and they do a good job. They help with bathing, dressing, and c..."
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10415 SE Stark St, Suite A, Portland, OR, 97216
4.8
(33 reviews)
"My father was in an assisted living facility but needed more care that the facility could provide. Since I live in another state, I contacted HomeInstead to visit him 3x/week for three hours/day over the primary meal period to provide companionship, ..."
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14780 SW Osprey Dr, Suite 295, Beaverton, OR, 97008
4.8
(27 reviews)
"I was a client and hired Home Instead for my mother as she was discharged from the hospital. I made a phonecall from the hospital before discharge and someone met me at my mom’s facility as soon as we arrived. My mom was an extreme fall risk so I opt..."
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1400 NE 48th Ave, Suite 107, Hillsboro, OR, 97124
4.8
(22 reviews)
"If I could give them six stars I would. I haired Home Instead a little over a year ago to help with the care of my sister who has early onset alzheimer's and they have been nothing short of phenomenal with the care of my sister. About a year ago my s..."
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4000 SE International Way F202, Milwaukie, OR, 97222
4.3
(34 reviews)
"When it comes to in-home senior care and other services designed to help seniors age gracefully, A Place At Home in Portland is there to pro..."
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45 82nd Dr, Suite 53, West Linn, OR, 97068
4.9
(18 reviews)
"Our caregiver is always on time and so personable and responsive. The agency is flexible when I need it. I have it all with this caregiver...."
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4850 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Suite 302, Beaverton, OR, 97005
4.2
(5 reviews)
"We've got people from Home Instead Senior Care - West Portland & Lake Oswego coming in six days a week to help her. They clean her up and make her bed and maybe make a meal. They come for four hours a day to help her dress and activities of daily liv..."
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6444 Fairway Avenue SE Suite 200, Salem, OR, 97306
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I am a current client of FirstLight Home Care of Salem. We love the caregiver that come into the home. They were very flexible, and everything is working out beautifully. They help with food preparation, bathing, toiletries, laundry, and friendship. ..."
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4538 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR, 97213
"Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of personal care, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminde..."
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10570 SE Washington Street, Suite 211, Portland, OR, 97216
"Right at Home provides in-home caregiving services for thousands of families across the nation. We offer companionship and help with everyda..."
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10415 SE Stark Street, Suite F, Portland, OR, 97216
"Senior Helpers of Portland/Vancouver is the premier provider of in-home senior care. We offer tailored home care services ranging from compa..."
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4500 Kruse Way Suite 345, Lake Oswego, OR, 97035
"For nearly 20 years, TheKey—formerly Home Care Assistance—has delivered quality in-home care, supporting older adults with a wide range of n..."
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4905 SW Griffith Dr, Suite 208 , Beaverton, OR, 97005
4.8
(9 reviews)
"United Homecare Services was founded in 2001 as a nonprofit company with the mission "To enhance the dignity of life of Oregon seniors and p..."
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4800 SW Griffith Dr, Suite 260 , Beaverton, OR, 97005
"When it comes to in-home senior care and other services designed to help seniors age gracefully, A Place At Home in Beaverton, OR is there t..."
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1675 SW Marlow Ave, Suite 405, Portland, OR, 97225
4.0
(139 reviews)
"I been working with raven lately and I’m completely surprised with how attentive he is when it comes to cleaning and taking my dogs out. He’s very dedicated. Honestly, I’d love to have him everyday..."
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7380 SW 163rd Pl, Beaverton, OR, 97007
4.8
(79 reviews)
"I can’t say enough good things about Caring Heart Health & Home. I did a lot of research into home care companies around Portland to find a good company to care for my folks. Caring Heart had such great reviews, as well as several best of home care..."
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15717 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwaukie, OR, 97267
4.3
(50 reviews)
"Our Mom received 5 Star care from Comfort Makers. We were impressed with Naschell's level of care and Katie's responsiveness. I highly recommend Comfort Makers to care for your loved one...."
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700 Deborah Road, Suite A, Newberg, OR, 97132
4.8
(14 reviews)
"Dealing with my father's dementia has been a complicated and painful experience. Visiting Angels have been so patient and kind as I've struggled with how to provide my dad with the best care that I can afford. Lori, Airun and all those who work there..."
READ MOREThe 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that home care in Portland costs about $7,627 per month. This cost runs $570 over the state norm and more than $1,900 above the national median. Rates in nearby cities run below Portland’s median, including Medford, where seniors pay around $5,720 for care.
Portland
$7,627
Oregon
$7,055
United States
$5,720
Bend
$6,864
Medford
$5,720
Redding, CA
$3,241
Home care agencies in Portland charge a baseline monthly rate of around $7,627. This cost is notably higher than the cost of home health care, which is about $4,767 and includes skilled nursing services. Even so, nursing home rates are significantly higher, at about $14,570 and cover around-the-clock medical monitoring and care.
Home Care
$7,627
Home Health Care
$4,767
Assisted Living Facility
$6,370
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$14,570
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.
The Portland region has several agencies that provide services and supports to older adults, helping them remain in their homes for as long as possible. Through the following resources, which include the local senior center, Area Agency on Aging and Meals on Wheels, seniors can obtain services to supplement paid home care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels | (503) 736-6325 | Meals on Wheels is a nonprofit organization that provides home-delivered meals to qualified individuals in the Portland region. Meals are available on an intermittent or long-term basis. It accepts donations but does not deny anyone meals due to the inability to pay. |
| Hollywood Senior Center | (503) 288-8303 | The Hollywood Senior Center has case managers who help older adults access community-based services that may help them remain in their own homes. The center also provides congregate meals, referrals for local agencies and a range of recreational and social activities. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) | (503) 988-3646 | The ADRC staffs information specialists who work with seniors to help them determine their care needs and find resources in the community to supplement paid home care. Through the ADRC, seniors may be able to obtain transportation services, home-delivered meals and affordable chore services. |
| 211info | 2-1-1 | 211info is a free, confidential helpline open to all Portland residents. It staffs information specialists who direct seniors to community providers who may help meet their needs. Through this service, seniors may locate their local PACE program, find durable medical equipment loans and access prescription drug assistance. |
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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Calvin W_2
5.0
Review of CareGivers NW LLC
The caregivers help me with chores and my medication. I would tell a friend that they have good people working for them.
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Anonymous_1712845577
4.0
Review of CareGivers NW LLC
The provider helps me to keep up in the kitchen. I would like to see communication be improved.
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Rudy T
5.0
Review of CareGivers NW LLC
They have helped the most by doing anything that we ask them too. I would recommend them because they are in communication with the company, and they are always on time.
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