Home Care Services by State (2026)
Home care allows seniors to receive assistance in the comfort of their own home, from companion care and help with daily activities to skilled nursing and therapy. Costs and available services vary significantly by state and city. Our guides cover home care rates, how to find and evaluate agencies, Medicare and Medicaid home care benefits, and family caregiver support programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Home care costs vary widely by state and type of care. The national median for home health aide services is about $27-$30 per hour. Monthly costs for full-time care range from approximately $4,000 to over $6,000 depending on location.
Medicare covers home health care (skilled nursing, physical therapy, etc.) if you are homebound and need intermittent skilled care ordered by a doctor. Medicare does NOT cover long-term custodial home care like help with bathing and dressing.
Home care (or companion/personal care) helps with daily activities like bathing, cooking, and companionship. Home health care involves skilled medical services like nursing, physical therapy, and wound care provided by licensed professionals.
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