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Mason City, Iowa

Senior care in Mason City.

Across Mason City, we recommend home care agencies near you. Free for families.

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Free for families. Takes about a minute. We match you with one local agency.

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Personalized for Mom · near 50401

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Harbor Home Care

Home care agency · 2.1 mi away

1 match

Offers personal care

Serves 50401

Available weekday mornings

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Care in Mason City

Finding care in Mason City.

Mason City is the county seat of Cerro Gordo County in north central Iowa, on the Winnebago River. We help families across downtown, East Park, Parker’s Woods and the Rock Crest and Rock Glen area.

Ask any Iowa home care agency about its state license or registration, its insurance, background checks and caregiver training before care starts.

Tell us where in Mason City you are and what you need, and we’ll recommend options that serve your area.

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Care profile for Mom

Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Complete

Care needed

Personal care

Schedule

Weekday mornings

Starting

Within 2 weeks

Paying with

Private pay + LTC insurance

Help with

BathingGetting dressedBreakfastMedication remindersShort walks
  1. Profile complete

    Today, 9:14 AM

  2. Matched with Harbor Home Care

    Home care agency · 1.8 mi away

Ways to pay

Ways to pay in Cerro Gordo County.

  • Private pay

    Most families pay the provider directly. You agree on hours and rates before care starts.

  • Long term care insurance

    Many policies cover in home care or assisted living after a waiting period.

  • VA benefits

    Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for Aid and Attendance or VA home care programs.

  • Medicaid

    Your state’s Medicaid program may pay for some care at home for people who qualify.

Iowa Elderly Waiver in Cerro Gordo County

Iowa’s Elderly Waiver may pay for help at home such as attendant care for bathing and dressing, companion care, homemaker help, home-delivered meals and respite. It is for Iowans 65 and older who qualify for Medicaid and need the level of care a nursing facility gives. Apply for Medicaid and the Elderly Waiver through Iowa HHS by calling 855-889-7985, or call LifeLong Links at 866-468-7887 to be connected with your local Area Agency on Aging. Elderbridge Agency on Aging can also point you to local help: 800-243-0678.

All ways to pay

Your first consultation with the agency is free, and so is our help finding it. Tell us what you need in Mason City and the agency reaches out to set it up.

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Local resources

Free help in Mason City.

These services are free, whether or not you use Hailo Care.

Elderbridge Agency on Aging

The area agency on aging for a 29-county region, with its main office on Briarstone Drive in Mason City.

800-243-0678

Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline

Free, confidential help for people living with dementia and their families, any time of day.

800-272-3900

2-1-1

Free line that connects you to local health and social services.

Dial 2-1-1

VA benefits

Help with veterans’ benefits, including pension and Aid and Attendance.

1-800-827-1000
Questions

Mason City questions.

Can’t find your answer? Our team is happy to help.

(213) 451-6802
  • Do you serve all of Mason City?

    Yes. We help families across Mason City and nearby communities, including Clear Lake, Nora Springs, Rockwell and Manly.

  • How much does home care cost in Mason City?

    It depends on the type of care, the hours and where in Cerro Gordo County you live. Agencies share their rates before care starts, and the first consultation is free.

  • Who do I call about senior services in Mason City?

    Start with Elderbridge Agency on Aging at 800-243-0678.

  • How do I get help paying for home care in Mason City?

    Iowa’s Elderly Waiver may pay for help at home such as attendant care for bathing and dressing, companion care, homemaker help, home-delivered meals and respite. It is for Iowans 65 and older who qualify for Medicaid and need the level of care a nursing facility gives. Apply for Medicaid and the Elderly Waiver through Iowa HHS by calling 855-889-7985, or call LifeLong Links at 866-468-7887 to be connected with your local Area Agency on Aging.

  • Where can I find dementia support in Mason City?

    The Alzheimer’s Association runs a free helpline for families, day and night, at 800-272-3900.

  • Is a home care consultation free in Mason City?

    Yes. Your first consultation with the home care agency in Mason City is free, and so is our help finding the agency. There is no obligation to start care.

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