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Grand Rapids, Michigan

Senior care in Grand Rapids.

From Creston to Alger Heights, 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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Your care match

Personalized for Mom · near 49503

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Harbor Home Care

Home care agency · 2.1 mi away

1 match

Offers personal care

Serves 49503

Available weekday mornings

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Only this agency gets your request

Care in Grand Rapids

Finding care in Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids is the seat of Kent County and the largest city in western Michigan. We help families across Heritage Hill, Eastown, East Hills, Creston and Alger Heights.

Michigan does not require a state license for home care agencies, so ask any agency about its insurance, background checks and caregiver training before care starts.

Tell us where in Grand Rapids 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 Kent 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.

Michigan Medicaid in Kent County

Michigan Medicaid may pay for help at home through the MI Choice Waiver, for adults who need nursing home level care, and through Home Help, for people who need hands-on help with daily activities. Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan can explain MI Choice in Kent County: 616-456-5664. For Home Help, contact the adult services unit at your county MDHHS office.

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 Grand Rapids and the agency reaches out to set it up.

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Local resources

Free help in Grand Rapids.

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

Senior Neighbors

A nonprofit on Front Avenue that runs senior centers and services across Kent County.

616-459-6019

Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan

The Area Agency on Aging for Kent and nearby counties: help finding in-home services, care options and caregiver support.

616-456-5664

Alzheimer’s Association, Michigan Chapter

The chapter’s Grand Rapids office. The 24/7 Helpline is 800-272-3900.

616-459-4558

Heart of West Michigan United Way 2-1-1

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

Dial 2-1-1
Questions

Grand Rapids questions.

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

(213) 451-6802
  • Do you serve all of Grand Rapids?

    Yes. We help families across Grand Rapids and nearby communities, including Wyoming, Kentwood, Walker and East Grand Rapids.

  • How much does home care cost in Grand Rapids?

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

  • Who do I call about senior services in Grand Rapids?

    Start with Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan at 616-456-5664. In Grand Rapids, Senior Neighbors is at 616-459-6019.

  • How do I apply for the MI Choice Waiver in Grand Rapids?

    MI Choice is for adults who meet Medicaid’s income and asset rules and need nursing home level care. Start by calling Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan at 616-456-5664 and asking about the MI Choice waiver agency for Kent County.

  • Where can I find dementia support in Grand Rapids?

    Alzheimer’s Association, Michigan Chapter is at 616-459-4558. The Alzheimer’s Association helpline answers day and night at 800-272-3900.

  • Is a home care consultation free in Grand Rapids?

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

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