Senior care in Wilmington.
Across Wilmington, we recommend home care agencies near you. Free for families.
Example
Your care match
Personalized for Mom · near 28401
Harbor Home Care
Home care agency · 2.1 mi away
Offers personal care
Serves 28401
Available weekday mornings
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Finding care in Wilmington.
Wilmington is the seat of New Hanover County, on the Cape Fear River, and home to UNC Wilmington. We help families across the downtown historic district, Forest Hills, Carolina Heights, Sunset Park and Pine Valley.
In North Carolina, every home care agency must be licensed by the Division of Health Service Regulation, including agencies that provide in-home aides, companions and sitters.
Tell us where in Wilmington you are and what you need, and we’ll recommend options that serve your area.
Example
Care profile for Mom
Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Care needed
Personal care
Schedule
Weekday mornings
Starting
Within 2 weeks
Paying with
Private pay + LTC insurance
Help with
Profile complete
Today, 9:14 AM
Matched with Harbor Home Care
Home care agency · 1.8 mi away
Agency reaches out
Usually the same day
Ways to pay in New Hanover 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.
NC Medicaid in New Hanover County
North Carolina Medicaid may pay for help at home through Personal Care Services and, for adults with disabilities who would otherwise need institutional care, the Community Alternatives Program (CAP/DA). To ask about applying, call the NC Medicaid Contact Center at 888-245-0179. Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging can also point you to local help: 910-395-4553.
All ways to payYour first consultation with the agency is free, and so is our help finding it. Tell us what you need in Wilmington and the agency reaches out to set it up.
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Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging
Part of the Cape Fear Council of Governments: information and referral, caregiver support and an ombudsman.
910-395-4553Alzheimer’s Association, Eastern North Carolina Chapter
The chapter’s Wilmington office. The 24/7 Helpline is 800-272-3900.
919-241-5960Do you serve all of Wilmington?
Yes. We help families across Wilmington and nearby communities, including Wrightsville Beach and Leland.
How much does home care cost in Wilmington?
It depends on the type of care, the hours and where in New Hanover County you live. Agencies share their rates before care starts, and the first consultation is free.
Who do I call about senior services in Wilmington?
Start with Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging at 910-395-4553. In Wilmington, New Hanover County Senior Resource Center is at 910-798-6400.
How do I apply for Medicaid home care in Wilmington?
Apply online at epass.nc.gov or call the NC Medicaid Contact Center at 888-245-0179. NC Medicaid then arranges an assessment of the help needed at home.
Where can I find dementia support in Wilmington?
Alzheimer’s Association, Eastern North Carolina Chapter is at 919-241-5960. The Alzheimer’s Association helpline answers day and night at 800-272-3900.
Is a home care consultation free in Wilmington?
Yes. Your first consultation with the home care agency in Wilmington is free, and so is our help finding the agency. There is no obligation to start care.
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