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The 10 Best Home Care Agencies for Seniors in Brentwood, TN for 2024

Part of the Nashville metropolitan area, Brentwood is a small city with approximately 45,000 residents, 14% of whom are ages 65 and over. The number of seniors who live in Brentwood is less than the national average, which stands at 16.5%. The overall rate of crime is more than 10% lower than most cities across the state, and with approximately 210 sunny days per year, the city is ideal for older adults. Seniors in the area have no problem finding care for accidents and injuries at one of several hospitals in the area, including the Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center and Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Home care costs in Brentwood are around $4,767 per month, which includes non-medical personal care. This is the same as the cost for home health care, which also includes light medical services.

Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Brentwood– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.

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Paying for Home Care in Brentwood, TN

The Cost of Home Care in Brentwood, TN

On average, Brentwood residents pay $4,767 per month for home care, which is nearly $200 less than the national average of $4,957. The city is located close to Nashville, so home care costs for that city were used to determine the monthly average. The cost in Brentwood is about $200 higher than the state average of $4,576. Comparing nearby cities, home care costs in Chattanooga are the same as in Brentwood. Jackson seniors pay less at $4,195, and Knoxville seniors pay about $10 less per month at $4,757, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Brentwood

$4,767

Tennessee

$4,576

The United States

$4,957

Jackson

$4,195

Chattanooga

$4,767

Knoxville

$4,757

The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Brentwood, TN

Tennessee senior care costs vary from one service to another depending on the level of care. Home care and home health care costs on average $4,767 per month, with home health care including some skilled nursing services. Adult day care is the least expensive option at $1,842 per month, while a semiprivate room in a nursing home offers round-the-clock supervision for around $7,270 per month. Assisted living communities have one of the lowest residential care rates at $4,100.

Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,842

Assisted Living

$4,100

Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)

$7,270

Note: Data for Brentwood was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Nashville, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Home Care in Brentwood, TN

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.

  • Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-term care insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
  • Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
  • Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
  • Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.

Brentwood Home Care 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 Brentwood:

ResourceContactAddressService
Meals on Wheels(615) 790-92871101 Kermit Dr, Ste. 300, Nashville, TN 37217Meals on Wheels delivers hot meals to the homes of seniors in Brentwood Monday through Friday. Food is prepared by volunteers in a commercial kitchen environment. Seniors seeking meals are asked to reserve them by noon on the previous day. In order to qualify, individuals must be at least 60 years old.
National Family Caregiver Support Program(617) 741-2056502 Deaderick Street, 9th Floor, Nashville, TN 37243Those who care for seniors in Tennessee can receive counseling and training. The Personal Caregiver Support Program provides eligible caregivers with home-delivered meals and medical supplies. This program is available to those caring for seniors who are at least 60 years of age. Those care for a minor and are at least 55 years of age are also eligible.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(615) 253-5412502 Deaderick Street, 9th Floor, Nashville, TN 37243This program supports independent seniors in Tennessee by offering free advice, guidance and answers to their long-term care questions. Issues or disputes that seniors may have with their care facilities may also be resolved with the help of this program. Seniors interested in applying for this program should contact the Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability either by mail or over the phone.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program(877) 801-0044The state of Tennessee helps seniors or caregivers with personal counseling and assistance, and it helps seniors explore various Medicare coverage options. This free service, which is provided by volunteers, does not endorse any specific insurance agency. Those interested in learning more are encouraged to inquire over the phone.

Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care

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.

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Checklist for determining the need for in-home care
Checklist for determining the need for in-home care

Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care

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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Talking with family and others about a loved one's needs
Talking with family and others about a loved one's needs
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