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501 S Washington St STE 2200 , Scranton, PA 18505
4.9
(16 reviews)
"I've been using Right at Home for a year and a half now. Their caregiver is the only one that I had in the last 10 or 15 years that I could get along with, and she does everything for me. She's basically just an aide. She comes here four days a week, and she helps clean. They're very lenient with scheduling."
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506 N State St, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The care providers have all been friendly, easy to work with and kind."
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CARING STARS WINNER
269 Bennett St, Luzerne, PA 18709
4.8
(66 reviews)
"This is the agency that has been able to make things work for me and my mother when other outfits had given up or were unwilling to try. I'm out of state, and Mom can be a difficult client. Home Instead gives their care workers (who are their employees, rather than counting as independent contractors) a foundation of strong, consistent training. This allowed some of them to become accepted by Mom to a wonderful degree, and thus has made it possible for her to keep living in her own home after a hospitalization and nursing home stay last year. "
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614 Wyoming Avenue, Suite 1, Scranton, PA 18509
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is using Help at Home Scranton. They help with bathing, light house cleaning, and cooking. They make sure to remind her to take her medicine. They're helping her in bed, helping her get out of the bed in the morning, and socializing. She gets a lot of help with her meals being prepared. The caregiver is friendly, caring, respectful, and compassionate. I feel very satisfied."
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1000 Meade St Suite 203, Dunmore, PA 18512
4.7
(4 reviews)
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549 Scranton Carbondale Highway, Scranton, PA 18508
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The one I used was Comfort Keepers. I am employed, so I am away from home for almost 12 hours, and my mother had surgery, so I needed someone who could come and take care of her physical needs during the day. I contacted this agency, and they came. They would come two hours in the morning, and then before they leave, they would cook for my mother and keep the food next to her bedside, then come back in the evening and clean her up and do whatever the needs are for the evening. They have very good staff who took very good care of my mother -- very personal care -- and I adored them. They treated her like their own mom. Four of them were working, so they would take turns and come. It wasn't the same person coming, and all four of them really treated my mom so well, like, giving her shower, talking to her, massaging her feet, and stuff like that. I was very impressed. Their work ethics were excellent, especially the one name Donna. All of them were good. Everything was perfect and was done very professionally. "
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3809 Birney Avenue, Moosic, PA 18507
3.6
(3 reviews)
"They were life savers for my dad. They did everything for him. They helped get him out of bed, bathing, meal prep, medication reminders. They also had to change him. End of life care which helped at the end. They also helped my mom. They do a wonderful job. Medication reminders, assist her with cleaning, laundry. They are reliable and friendly. "
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639 Northern Boulevard, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
4.3
(6 reviews)
"I like everything about the caregiver services that I have received. I appreciate the help for the things that I can't do on my own. "
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200 Third Street , Blakely, PA 18447
5.0
(3 reviews)
"THE NURSES WERE WONDERFUL TO ME. THEY WERE VERY ATTENTIVE. THEY KNEW WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND DID IT VERY WELL. THANK YOU."
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718 S. State Street, , Clarks Summit, PA 18411
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I'm home bound and it's hard having strangers coming into your home is a hard thing. If you have a family member as a caregiver, it's easy. Well my girls from CareGivers America are like my family. I'm so comfortable with CareGivers America because they are always so good to me. I love them. "
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586 EASTON TPKE , Lake Ariel, PA 18436
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Took great care of my grandmother when she needed it. I can't say enough nice things about the people that work here or the quality of service they provide. Compassionate, caring, and always went above and beyond for my family. 5 stars isn't enough! "
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1065 Highway 315, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We got Kindred Home for my brother-in-law. He gets physical therapy, occupational therapy, and the nurse comes. They don't have aides to come in and fill the hours we need. They're excellent, the nurses are great, the therapists are great, and everybody is good there. They'll work around if we have appointments."
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960 Wyoming Ave, Kingston, PA 18704
4.6
(159 reviews)
"I have been with Visiting Angels for over 8 years and even though I had a rough start with the office staff then. They have by far improved since then. The care givers I have had were and are perfect matches. Since I am a younger client at 53 they accommodated my specific needs. I highly recommend them for clients of all ages."
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672 S. River St, Suite 205, Plains, PA 18705
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Best care giver I ever had. Andrea anticipates my every request., is always pleasant, has a great sense of humor asnd makes me laugh! She suggests changes to my care plan as necessary, allowing me to agree or disagree."
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480 Pierce Street, Kingston, PA 18704
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We have caregivers coming from Griswold, and it has been good. We never have a problem so far. Everything has been OK. We have six different caregivers that come in, and they take of my mother when I am at work. My mother never has a problem. "
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512 E. Northampton St., Ste. 251, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Life Force was recommended to us by a social worker at the hospital. The caregivers were very good and their work attitude was excellent. I think one of the things that they'll have to work on is to see to it that every workers should have their CNA. The reason why is that our insurance company had long term health care and they would not pay if the workers did not have their CNA. "
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486 S Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA 18707
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We got Independent Life Home Care & Concierge Solutions for my brother-in-law. They're okay, we've been using them a few years. Before he was only allowed two hours a day, so they would come in and make his supper, maybe do some light housekeeping. But now that he needs more care, they gave him ten hours a day, seven days a week. The caregivers are good, I don't have any problems with them, it's just the agency doesn't have many caregivers, and they're short-staffed a lot."
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According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Scranton seniors pay around $4,576 per month for home care, which is less than the state and national median of $4,957. Across the state, most large metros have higher median monthly home care costs than Scranton. Pittsburgh and Lancaster, both at $5,339, are a bit higher than Philadelphia at $5,329. Allentown at $5,196 and the state capital of Harrisburg at $4,767 complete the regional cost comparisons.
Scranton
$4,576
Pennsylvania
$4,957
The United States
$4,957
Philadelphia
$5,329
Pittsburgh
$5,339
Lancaster
$5,339
Harrisburg
$4,767
Allentown
$5,196
Depending on their needs and budget, Scranton seniors may want to choose another care option besides home care. Adult day health care is the most affordable option, with a median monthly cost of only $1,603. Assisted living communities are a bit higher, averaging $2,875 per month. Home health care, which provides skilled medical care inside the senior’s home, costs the same as home care at $4,576 per month. The costliest option, but also the most extensive in terms of care provided, is a nursing home, where the median cost of a semiprivate room is $9,429 per month.
Home Care
$4,576
Home Health Care
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,603
Assisted Living Facility
$2,875
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,429
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 who prefer aging in place rather than moving to a nursing home or assisted living community, have a number of free and low-cost resources in the Scranton area that may help. Many organizations and charities have programs to help seniors carry out daily living activities, lower their monthly bills and modify their homes for safety. The following resources can help Scranton seniors retain their independence for as long as possible.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging | (570) 963-6740 | Through the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging, seniors 60 and older in the Scranton area can receive assistance with transportation, personal care services and home modifications. The Agency also connects seniors with resources that can provide adult day health care and home meal delivery. |
| Telespond Senior Services | (570) 346-7680 | Telespond Senior Services is funded by a number of charities, including the United Way and the PA Department of Aging. It offers community-based care to Scranton-area seniors designed to keep them in their homes and provide a low-cost alternative to assisted living or nursing home care. |
| United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania | (570) 346-0759 | United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania partners with the local Area Agency on Aging to provide resources aimed at helping area seniors age independently. Its services include fitness, social and recreational activities, as well as serving as the "eyes and ears" looking out for seniors who don't have family nearby. |
| Serving Seniors, Inc. | (570) 344-3931 | Serving Seniors, Inc., is a nonprofit organization primarily committed to advocating for seniors in nursing homes, assisted living and other long-term care facilities. However, it also serves older adults aging in place with services such as volunteer visitation to stave off isolation and loneliness. |
| Scranton Jewish Community Center Senior Center | (570) 346-6595 x100 | The Scranton Jewish Community Center Senior Center receives funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging and provides services to area seniors that include congregate meals, book clubs, speakers and community holiday celebrations. The center also offers exercise classes, including a water exercise class for seniors with arthritis. |
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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Gunner
5.0
Review of Right at Home Scranton
I am a Veteran who ended up needing home care. From the first initial meeting with a Right at Home representative, (who came to my home to explain to me who they are and discuss with me the level...
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Crystal Daniels
5.0
Review of Right at Home Scranton
This company goes above and beyond they make sure I am safe specially, during the pandemic they have a mask on with no problem. On time is fantastic in my book. they listen to me help me in and out...
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Carol
5.0
Review of Right at Home Scranton
We hired Right at Home for my mom. We've been using them for a few months now. I called them because I needed night care for my mom who has dementia and she has problems sleeping at night. They are...
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