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The 10 Best Home Care Agencies for Seniors in Virginia Beach, VA for 2024

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Paying for Home Care in Virginia Beach, VA

The Cost of Home Care in Virginia Beach, VA

Monthly home care costs in Virginia Beach are equal to the state average of $4,767 and $190 lower than the national average, according to Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. Rates in the city are affordable compared to several other cities in Virginia, including Blacksburg to the far west, Charlottesville in the north-central region and the capital of Richmond, just northwest of Virginia Beach. Rates in the far northern part of the state in Winchester average around $100 per month lower.

Virginia Beach

$4,767

Virginia

$4,767

The United States

$4,957

Winchester

$4,671

Blacksburg

$4,957

Richmond

$5,148

Charlottesville

$6,292

The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Virginia Beach, VA

Home care is for seniors who need personal care and help with household chores, while home health care is for those requiring limited skilled nursing or rehabilitative therapies. In Virginia Beach, both of these services are equal in price. Adult day care offers daytime assistance and activities in a group setting and costs an average of $3,077 less than home care, making it an affordable alternative. Assisted living rates are $77 lower than in-home care and, with housing and meal costs included, may be a better option. Nursing homes charge $3,643 more per month for semiprivate accommodations.

Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Care

$1,690

Assisted Living

$4,690

Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)

$8,410

Financial Assistance for Home Care in Virginia Beach, VA

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.

Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach:

ResourceContactAddressService
I-Ride Transit(757) 222-4513SSSV Transportation Department, Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Drive, Building 5, Suite 101, Norfolk, VA 23502Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia provides this inexpensive transportation option for seniors in Portsmouth, Norfolk, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. Fares are as low as $1 on fixed routes, and transportation to the Western Tidewater Free Clinic in Suffolk is available three days a week. Seniors 60 years and older and anyone who is disabled can schedule a ride to see their doctor, and the suggested $4 payment is voluntary.
Virginia Office of Aging Services(800) 522-34021610 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Henrico, Virginia 23229This state organization helps seniors remain independent and healthy. Here are some of the free services they sponsor:

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 home care
Checklist for determining the need for 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

Reviews of Care Providers Nearby

Home Care

Carolyn W

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Visiting Angels of Virginia Beach

We are just starting out, so I have not really absorbed everything yet. They seem to be doing okay so far. I like that they are prompt and send really good people out to help.

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Home Care

Gail C_12

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Right at Home Virginia Beach, VA

The agency has communicated well and has been patient with me to make my experience positive. I would recommend them because they take very good care in matching a caregiver to my loved one. They...

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Home Care

Erin F_2

I am a current client of this provider

Review of Visiting Angels of Virginia Beach

These services provide my loved one companionship. The staff has been able to accommodate my preferences.

Provider response

I'm so glad we were able to help your family Erin! Thank you for the feedback! -Jennifer, owner

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