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CARING STARS WINNER
2103 E High St, Ste 100, Pottstown, PA, 19464
4.9
(66 reviews)
"When my dad went on hospice way sooner than we ever thought would happen. This company moved right from normal caregiving mode to hospice caregiving in a blink of an eye. After he passed away the support and compassion, they had shown my dad did not ..."
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2213 Quarry Drive, Suite 102, West Lawn, PA, 19609
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Home Instead provided care for my Mother several years ago. When the time came for me to choose someone to assist with my husband's care, there was no doubt in my mind that Home Instead Senior Care would be my #1 choice. The staff is very punctua..."
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200 Barr-Harbor Dr , Conshohocken, PA, 19428
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Hattie Cares was a lifesaver for us. Highly recommend to anyone in need of home care. Hattie and her team came in at such an impossible time in our lives and helped to alleviate so much stress, thus allowing us to deal and to heal. A thousand than..."
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529 Reading Ave V-1, West Reading, PA, 19611
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I used this provider to help my 92 year old mother in law and they were fantastic with her. Not only did they help her with bathing and dressing but also made her a hot meal and tidied up her room for her. I had three different girls from this serv..."
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2211 Quarry Drive, Reading, PA, 19609
Careland Home Health founder is a Doctor in Nursing Practice, who was once a caregiver and has over 20 years of home care experience in nursing. Careland Home Health provides quality care in the comfort of the client’s home by highly qualified caregivers.
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905 W. Sproul Rd, Suite 105, Springfield, PA, 19604
4.6
(110 reviews)
"We chose Comfort Keepers because they have been around for a while. When they came and talked to us, they explained and went through amazing detail what would happen and what's going on. They got a caregiver for my mom in about a week. ..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
36 W. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown, PA, 19335
4.4
(60 reviews)
"I just wanted to say thanks for all your help. Everyone was so kind and was able to jump in with whatever we needed. Dottie was Great! I would not have been able to do it without her. ..."
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947 Penn Avenue, Wyomissing, PA, 19610
4.8
(26 reviews)
"Griswold Home Care has provided services to my mom for over a year and I am very satisfied with the caregiver they send to my mom. Julia is great with my mom, attends to her needs, stays off the phone as other caregivers did not from the 2 agencies w..."
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230 Village Walk Dr, Macungie, PA, 18062
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Loving Nurses Services was truly a family away from home, we never would of consider a nursing home or assistance living until we met with Loraine she assured us,gave us peace of mind, we were able to keep our loved ones home n she was true to her wo..."
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2151 E High Str, Suite B, Pottstown, PA, 19464
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Very helpful and awesome team. Keep up the good work..."
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315 E Lanchaster Avenue, Suite A, Downingtown, PA, 19335
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We would like to say thank you for a job well done .My uncle would not have been able to say in the community he was in if we had not been able to get the extra care that he needed. We are grateful for the aidess that were with him. The kindness,pat..."
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2575 Perkiomen Ave. , Mount Penn, PA, 19606
5.0
(3 reviews)
"As a person who had to become a POA of a loved one abruptly, I can honestly say this company helped me. When my family member was treated poorly while hospitalized, I didn’t trust their recommendation for Home-care services. After doing my own resear..."
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222 Amanda Lane, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father-in-law was under the care of Compassionate Assistance for several months. Working with Carl, he made it really easy for us to deal with the everyday needs. All of the caregivers were very nice and helpful. We certainly appreciated with work..."
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2619 Leisczs Bridge Road #100, Leesport, PA, 19533
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I know Maggie from Church and when we needed In-home care for my mother, she was the first person I approached. The caregivers are fine. They help my mother with occupational type of duties like taking care of the house, feeding her and taking her to..."
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2209 Quarry Dr No. A12, West Lawn, PA, 19609
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We have been using Comfort Keepers for four months now. I would rate them excellent. They have competitive price. We have different caregivers from them, not just one. They're friendly, personable and professional. They would cook meals for my mother..."
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112 Love Road Suite J, Reading, PA, 19607
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I like most of the caregivers from Visiting Angels. They’re very nice. I have one that comes in 5 days a week in the morning. I get my bath and get dressed. A second one comes in from 3:00 to 11:00, and she prepares the meals. Over the weekend, I hav..."
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872 Westminister Dr, Reading, PA, 17601
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father used Nightingale Devoted Care. It worked out well, and he was satisfied with it. We only had them come 5 times for just company and light housekeeping. It was a good experience. I would recommend them...."
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1620 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, PA, 19343
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We had a bad experience with another provider but by accident learned about this agency. Upon meeting them our minds were put totally at ease. They have become an important part of our lives. They provide services to my husband but also help me ar..."
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1170 Berkshire Boulevard, Wyomissing, PA, 19610
4.0
(1 reviews)
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1901 Olde Homestead Lane, Lancaster, PA, 17605
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We got United Disabilities Services pretty fast, my sister's insurance paid for it. The caregiver's pretty good with her, knows my sister's routine and she liked her companionship. She has another caregiver for the other two days so there's someone w..."
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The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey doesn’t include monthly home care costs for Reading, but seniors can reduce home health care rates by 10% for a baseline estimate. Based on this, Reading residents pay roughly $3,776 per month for nonmedical care. By comparison, the respective state and national norms run higher at around $4,004 and$5,720. Costs are also higher in nearby cities, such as Allentown, where seniors pay around $5,339.
Reading
$3,776
Pennsylvania
$4,004
United States
$5,720
Lebanon
$5,148
Allentown
$5,339
Philadelphia
$4,767
Lancaster
$4,004
Home care fees in Reading are around $3,776. This cost is about $420 below what seniors with skilled nursing needs pay for home health care and about $1,140 below assisted living costs. Additionally, home care costs almost $7,000 less than nursing home care.
Home Care
$3,776
Home Health Care
$4,195
Assisted Living Facility
$4,914
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$10,768
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 Reading:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherization Assistance Program | (610) 376-6571 | 645 Penn Street, Reading, PA 19601 | The Berks County Action Program is a state-funded and federally funded program that assists low-income homes to reduce their energy expenses by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes. Staff provides education on how to reduce consumption of water, electricity and gas to save money. Services offered by the program include energy audits, insulation installation, weatherstripping, repairing doors and windows and cleaning heating systems. Priority is given to seniors on a fixed income that meet the minimum income requirements. |
| Berks Encore | (610) 374-3195 | Berks Encore is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the lives of seniors in the Berk county area. It offers free advocacy services and teaches seniors about social security, medical benefits and financial planning. The organization runs health and wellness classes to help seniors effectively manage their personal health goals and remain active. It also operates six senior centers around the city where the elderly can take part in educational and physical activities at no charge. The group also runs a Meals on Wheels program that distributes meals to citizens across the county on a regular basis. | |
| Senior Centers | (610) 374-3195; (610) 685-1284 | 40 North 9th Street, Reading PA 19601; 501 Washington Street 2nd Floor, Reading PA 19601 | There are two senior centers located in Reading that offer a range of activities to seniors, and there is no charge for attending the activities. Some of the centers offer nutritious meals to citizens attending the activities each day. Activities offered include social events, arts and crafts, fitness classes and language classes. |
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.
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.
Home Care
Celeste
5.0
Review of Heavenly Blessed Care - Reading, PA
My mom is using Heavenly Blessed Care - Reading, PA. The owner-manager, Jane, is very intuitive and knows the correct aid that would work best with my mom. She also made sure that everything went...
Home Care
Dale
5.0
Review of Nightingale Devoted Care
My father used Nightingale Devoted Care. It worked out well, and he was satisfied with it. We only had them come 5 times for just company and light housekeeping. It was a good experience. I would...
Home Care
Vivian545728
5.0
Review of Visiting Angels - Reading, PA
I like most of the caregivers from Visiting Angels. They’re very nice. I have one that comes in 5 days a week in the morning. I get my bath and get dressed. A second one comes in from 3:00 to 11:00...
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