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Browse the 340 home care agencies in Philadelphia, read 217 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Philadelphia choose home care for many reasons, including to reduce caregiver stress, curb senior loneliness, and make daily life easier for older adults. Most home care agencies in Philadelphia personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.

Home Care Agencies near Philadelphia, PA

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1 review
This is a great agency and most affordable I've seen in PA. They treated my grandmother with the best quality care! So, if your looking for an affordable agency with great quality care contact PairedNursing...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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15 reviews
Reliable Homecare Angels is a great company to help you find help for your loved ones at home. This organization is well run, with reliable staff and leadership. Their communication is effective and their...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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My mother was very well taken care of. When I spoke directly with the owner. Very pleasant and sincere. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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7 reviews
When we contacted them, they were able to start right away. They were also a lot more flexible in terms of scheduling. They were willing to do things like drive him to the store, to the bank, etc. A lot of...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
ComForcare understands that today's busy lifestyles often deprive family members of the time necessary to provide hands on assistance and companionship for their loved ones. Therefore, we want every family we service to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved-ones are safe and...
1 review
The owner cares about his client, and he is very friendly. The services they offered us, were: shopping, cooking, light housekeeping and more to assist our loved one. I think they need to expand the...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
6 reviews
We are happy with it. Everyone has been great except one person. The only problem I've had is certain weather conditions, they will call and say that they can't show up. In the beginning we had different...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Right at Home helps seniors and disabled adults remain in the comfort of their own home. If you or a family member needs assistance with routine daily activities, Right at Home is the helping hand you seek. Our trained, bonded and insured caregivers provide in-home supportive care lasting from a...
6 reviews
My mother is currently receiving great care in her home with ComForCare Home Care Lower Bucks and they are doing a wonderful job caring for her. They show up on time are dependable and make sure they have...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
ComForCare understands that today's busy lifestyles often deprive family members of the time necessary to provide hands on assistance and companionship for their loved ones. Therefore, we want every family we service to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved-ones are safe and...
4 reviews
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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6 reviews
The start of the care was rough. Once things calmed down they were very nice to work with. The caregiver connection with our loved one was tough at first. The first caregiver we thought was going to be...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
2 reviews
We were happy with this service. The staff have been very helpful with getting us a great caretaker. We are happy that she is willing to help with the care that is needed and some househould...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Combining Quality, Compassion and Care' Thank you for your interest in Synergy HomeCare of Montgomery & Bucks Counties. Whether you need only a few hours a week or 24/7 live-in care, we can do it. With competitive rates, we are available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
We Are Comfort Keepers™ Our Family Is Here To Give Comfort To Your Family. Nothing is more important than helping people to live independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers is dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care that helps to...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Welcome!When seniors or others need long or short-term assistance with their daily living needs, home is the most comfortable and convenient place to receive care. Companion Care USA provides non-medical companion/ homemaker services to seniors, those recovering from surgery, new and expectant...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
HELPING HANDS PATIENT SERVICES is a limited liability corporation with a staff of dedicated lift team technicians and support personnel. HHPS’ mission is to provide safe patient handling, improve patient comfort, safety and recovery, and prevent employee injuries through skillful, compassionate...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.

Costs of home care in Philadelphia, PA

Average cost of home care in Philadelphia, PA

Home care in Philadelphia is typically charged at an hourly rate. Hourly rates may vary based on factors like time of day (overnight hours, for example), special weekend or holiday rates, and whether care is around the clock.
Average hourly rate
$24/hr
Average overnight rate
$32/hr
Average weekend rate
$34/hr

Home care costs vs. senior living costs in Philadelphia

Home care costs in Philadelphia increase based on the hours of care needed. Costs are typically higher for seniors who need home care at night or for most of the day — for example, while a family member is at work. For seniors who need full-time or 24/7 care, assisted living or memory care may be a more cost-effective option in the long run.
44 hours of home care/wk
$4,654/mo
$6,048/mo
To learn more about other local senior living options, view Philadelphia assisted living facilities or Philadelphia memory care facilities.

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How to pay for home care in Philadelphia, PA

Many families combine various payment methods to cover home care costs. Most often, families use some mixture of the following private and public income sources to pay for home care in Philadelphia.
Paying for home careGet an overview of all payment options for home care.
VA home care benefitsSee how VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for home care.
Home care and LTC insuranceLearn how to use long-term care insurance to cover home care costs.

What families are saying about home care in Philadelphia

Recent reviews for home care in Philadelphia

Care Connect Solutions in Lancaster, PA

4.6
We chose Care Connect Solutions because it was recommended to us and I found they were a little cheaper than some other groups. They were also very accommodating and flexible with the hours that we were needing. We are having a good experience with our caregiver we currently have, she has been ...
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2nd Family Main Line in Ardmore, PA

4.4
This company is worth looking at if you need care for an elder. The workers that they have sent out have been pretty good for the most part.

ComForCare Home Care - Lower Bucks, PA in Langhorne, PA

4.0
So far from what my mother has told me, everything is working out well for my father since her started home care. It is a work in progress, but they are taking good care of him, and his needs. We are pleased with all they have done for us.

Frequently asked questions about home care in Philadelphia

There are 340 home care facilities near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

Home care is provided by an aide who comes to a senior’s home to help with daily chores and activities of daily living. It can be offered anywhere a senior calls home — including a house, senior apartment, independent living, or assisted living. Learn more about home care.

Home care services are customizable to a senior’s unique needs. Services can include companionship, help with chores like cooking and housekeeping, or assistance with activities of daily living, like toileting and bathing. Explore home care services in more detail.

Home care provides nonmedical services for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks like housework, bathing, dressing, and transportation. In contrast, home health care is prescribed by a doctor and includes services like skilled nursing care and therapies, health monitoring, and medication administration that are provided by licensed medical professionals. Read more about home care vs. home health care.

The national median cost of home care is $30 per hour, according to A Place for Mom’s internal data. This cost may vary depending on the location and provided services.

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