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Top Home Care Agencies in Porter, NC
Browse the 67 home care agencies in Porter, read 42 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Porter 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 Porter personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Home care agencies near Porter, NC
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8 reviews
I saw a video of [name removed], who owns Gentle Shepherd Care, online and she was talking about elder care and how to transition your parents. My mother is 89. My father is 92, but the service is really for...
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.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
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2 reviews
Our family has been very pleased with HomeWell Care Services. The first care giver unfortunately did not really work out, but the second care giver is fantastic. She has bonded so well with our loved one. In...
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.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
11 Photo available
1 review
I have a helper come to my house weekly. I love our helper. She will sometimes make him lunch as well. She makes sure he is showered but that is a struggle and I will help. She is clean, friendly, and does...
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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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It was a good experience. They worked with us quite well. I liked that they had the same nurse for us most of the day. And that was one thing that we really needed, because my loved one didn't accept...
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.
In Home Care Services for everyone. A care plan just for you.Our caregivers provide in-home caregiving services for almost any family and practically any situation. Our home care lets loved ones enjoy healthy lives in the comfort of a familiar environment. We tailor our care to your unique...
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5 reviews
This is an expensive service and it can be hit or miss. But once you find someone that is good it is a great service. I would advise to look at day care first before moving to this step for your loved one.
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.
The Synergy HomeCare Difference... Synergy HomeCare, the most trusted name in non-medical home care, stands out from the rest because we service all ages—we can work with anyone in any age range and with any home care need. We also fully understand the importance of both immediate and long...
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2 reviews
I would recommend to reach out for these services. The person that they sent me was a really good fit for the point and time that I needed it. They are pretty level with the going rate for having a company...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
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3 reviews
We are happy with this at home service for the great care that we are receiving. The staff are very nice and have been able to give us the service we are needing. The care taker is always on time and very...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Wellness Watchers Home Care WHO WE ARE Wellness Watchers is a non-medical in-home care agency committed to a holistic, integrated approach. We are licensed by the state. Our core values are character, commitment and compassion. WHAT WE DO Wellness Watchers provides non-medical in-home services...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
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2 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.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
6 reviews
[name removed] was very helpful in our intro meeting to discuss how they could help. Once we decided to move forward, they were able to find a nurse to help us. Unfortunately my Mom deteriorated rapidly so...
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Griswold Care Pairing for Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, & Sanford, NC
168 Westgate Drive, West End, NC 27376Starting at $XX+ hourly
1 review
Griswold is definitely a company I trust, and they have responded to the needs of my loved one in a timely manner. They have good staff and caregivers who care about the needs of the care recipient and...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
2 reviews
Wisdom Senior Care has a personal touch like no other service. I felt like[name removed]took time to really talk and find out what mom needed. She is quick to respond to our calls and texts. I would...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
1 review
Synergy has been very flexible and open to our needs, which have changed since starting with them. The caregivers are friendly and mostly attentive and willing to work with mom and me to tailor the...
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.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
7 reviews
Everybody was professional and helpful. They really worked hard to match the caregiver with the individual that needed care. They were able to find a caregiver for us for the weekends and this was...
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.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Starting at $XX+ hourly
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Porter, NC
Average cost of home care in Porter, NC
Home care in Porter 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.
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Home care costs vs. senior living costs in Porter
Home care costs in Porter 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.
To learn more about other local senior living options, view Porter assisted living facilities or Porter memory care facilities.
Compare the costs of aging in place against senior living
Use our cost calculator to compare your loved one’s current living and home care expenses against the cost of senior living in Porter.
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.Your Guide to Paying for CarePlan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA BenefitsThe VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
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What families are saying about home care in Porter
Recent reviews for home care in Porter
Affordable Family Care Services, Inc - Charlotte, NC in Gastonia, NC
5.0
The caregivers have all had a genuine interest in my mom. I have always received a positive and rapid response from the administrators if a concern arises.
They are affordable and the reviews were good.
Wisdom Senior Care, NC in Huntersville, NC
5.0
Our loved one has passed away recently, but what we liked the most about the Wisdom Senior Care, NC were the staff. The staff members were amazing and made her time home amazing, comfortable and at peace. I would refer anyone to Wisdom Senior Care, NC based on the experience we had with ...
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SYNERGY HomeCare of Charlotte, NC
2.9
I think they took good care of my loved one. However, I think I should have asked more questions, as a few things I was unsure of. A lot of the caregivers took good care of my loved one.
I thought they would be able to take blood sugar levels during the day; however, they aren't able to. ...
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Frequently asked questions about home care in Porter
Gentle Shepherd Care, Affordable Family Care Services, Inc - Charlotte, NC and HomeWell Care Services of Charlotte - Cornelius, NC are the top-rated home care facilities near Porter, North Carolina. See full list of agencies.
There are 67 home care facilities near Porter, North Carolina. 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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