Senior care in Philadelphia.
From Chestnut Hill to South Philly, we recommend home care agencies near you. Free for families.
Example
Your care match
Personalized for Mom · near 19103
Harbor Home Care
Home care agency · 2.1 mi away
Offers personal care
Serves 19103
Available weekday mornings
Home care agency
Only this agency gets your request
Finding care in Philadelphia.
Many Philly families want the people they love to stay in the homes and neighborhoods they know. We help families across Center City, Northeast Philadelphia, Fishtown, Manayunk, Germantown and West Philadelphia.
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Health licenses home care agencies, including those that provide personal care, companionship and respite.
Tell us where in Philly 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 Philadelphia 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.
Medical Assistance in Philadelphia
Medical Assistance is Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program. For adults who need nursing home level care and meet its limits, Community HealthChoices may pay for services that help them keep living at home. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging does the free assessment: 215-765-9040.
All ways to payFree help in Philadelphia.
These services are free, whether or not you use Hailo Care.
Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA)
Philadelphia’s Area Agency on Aging: help for older adults and people with disabilities, including in-home services.
215-765-9040Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter
24/7 helpline for questions about memory loss, dementia care and local support groups.
800-272-3900211 Greater Philadelphia
Free, confidential help finding food, utilities, rent and other local services.
Dial 2-1-1Do you serve all of Philadelphia County?
Yes. We help families across Philadelphia County, from Chestnut Hill to South Philly.
How much does home care cost in Philadelphia?
It depends on the type of care, hours and neighborhood. Big cities like Philadelphia often cost more than smaller towns. Agencies share their rates before care starts.
Can I get help paying for care in Philadelphia County?
Options include long term care insurance, VA benefits and Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (Community HealthChoices) for people who qualify.
Where can I find dementia support in Philadelphia?
The Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter answers its 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
Let’s find care that feels like home.
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