Compare Home Care Agencies in Contra Costa County

Getting help at home is usually the first thing that people think about when chores and/or personal care is becoming difficult or impossible. Housekeepers, gardeners and occasional handymen are the easiest for most of us to consider because they don’t carry the psychological burden of no longer being able to do for ourselves. Caregivers can be resisted because of cost, fear of loss of independence, autonomy, and privacy, or just due to stubbornness and personal will.

While most prefer a family member or prior knowledge of the caregiver, this may not always be possible. Family members might have good intentions, and while promises are made, commitments may be more challenging to keep. It’s may not be the best thing to have a family member, friend or neighbor as a caregiver. The most reliable solution is hiring outside assistance with a regular schedule. This way, family members remain as family and others can be counted on to do the hands-on work.

There are many choices in help at home. If hired privately, the hours worked, and wages paid are between you and the employee. You are also liable for worker’s compensation and IRS withholding. Here’s a brief rundown on the types of agencies in Contra Costa County.

Home Health Care Agencies

These agencies provide services that are 100% covered by Medicare, Med-Cal or private health insurance. This service must be ordered by a doctor. However, you still have a personal choice of agency. Requirements to qualify for care are: 1: Homebound, 2. Need for skilled care. Skilled care means that you need a nurse, a physical, speech or occupational therapist.

This is also a time and visit limited services. Some aide service can be available if there’s a skilled need. This is a service NOT covered by long-term care insurance. Born To Age doesn’t list these prices because the costs are directly reimbursed by Medicare. You are not billed for services.

Healthy Living at Home
1320 Willow Pass Rd. Ste. 555
Concord, CA 94520
healthylivingnet.com
(510) 362-4503
slobdell@healthyliving-eb.com

Center for Elders’ Independence
P.A.C.E. (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
3905 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 433-1150
cei.elders.org

Private Duty Home Care Agencies

These agencies provide both skilled and non-skilled care. The services might be covered by long-term care insurance, other insurances, and private pay. The agency is the employer. Caregivers are hired, screened and paid for by the agency. If the caregiver is ill or unable to work, a substitute caregiver is available. The agency pays payroll taxes, worker’s compensation, and maintains liability coverage. The agency also determines what the caregiver can and can’t do. There is often a minimum number of hours for services.

Care provided by these agencies can include skilled care, personal care, transportation/errands, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, etc. Shifts can be hourly, live-in or sleepover.

All Seasons Homecare
399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 101
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 363-4900
all-seasons-homecare.com
HCO # 074700008

All Seasons Homecare’s foundation has always been family. In 2005, Executive Director, Jenna Hughes, decided to change course in her life and took on a staffing role for a Non-Medical Home Care Agency in Walnut Creek. She fell in love with the industry immediately and has since dedicated her life to helping the senior community live safely and happily in their own homes. It was clear from the beginning that she had found her calling. Her family was very proud, especially her father, Edd Ozard, who was interested in hearing about her new career and the amazing work she was doing.

Edd couldn’t help researching the industry and seeing what Non-Medical Home Care was all about. This research confirmed the viability of Home Care and what a wonderful option this is for seniors. In June of 2007, they were presented with an opportunity. The time was right and All Seasons Homecare was born. They started out with no more than the basics but All Seasons Homecare was able to deliver quality care and compliance from the beginning.

From there, they have expanded their headquarters, hired the best management team, community liaisons and service representatives in the business. Their caregiver standards have exceeded industry standards for years and are still exceeding the State of California Home Care Aide requirements. They have always treated every All Seasons Homecare employee like family and expect them to treat every client the same. In 2016 Jenna and her husband welcomed their first child, Colton into the world. The joke in the office when Colton comes in to visit us is “be nice to that little guy, he’s your future boss!” The family affair continues…

Edd, the owner of All Seasons Homecare, along with Jenna, believes in empowering the All Seasons Homecare team to be the best in the business. He is a tremendous support to every employee, keeps the business fiscally responsible and compliant and develops senior community value propositions. The entire team is dedicated to providing the absolute best care to every client they have the privilege of serving.

All Seasons Homecare is an independently owned, mid-sized agency; licensed with the State of California, HCO# 074700008. All employees are covered under Workers Compensation, Liability Insurance, and Bonds; no caregiver is ever subcontracted. No deposit required to start service. They offer a free, no-obligation assessment prior to the start of care. VA and Long-Term Care Insurance approved and have specialists on staff to help with claim processing. Pricing is on average $28 per hour. All Seasons has been serving families in Contra Costa County and the Tri-Valley area for over 12 years and look forward to serving many more!

Better Days Provider
1200 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Suite 211
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 457-0720
bach@betterdaysprovider.com
betterdaysprovider.com

Better Days Provider is an in-homecare service provider serving the bay area since 2007. We were founded with the main goal of matching the client with the right caregiver – includes skills, personalities and experience. We work hard to simplify caregiving not just for clients but also for families and loved ones.
Our rates vary from the level of care, location and number of hours/ days. Daily Rate starts from $375.00 – $450.00 per day. Hourly rates starts from $25.00 to $30.00. Rates are subject to change.

We are licensed, insured and bonded. Our caregivers were background checked, finger printed and thoroughly selected individuals. We are locally owned. We are not a franchise. If you have any questions, please contact Better Days Provider at (925) 457-0720 or email us at bach@betterdaysprovider.com or check us on the web at www.betterdaysprovider.com.

Hillendale Home Care & Certified Nurse Aide Training School
1777 N. California Blvd. Ste 210
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 933-8181
hillendale.net
lvanackeren@hilldendale.net
HCO# 074700001

Hillendale Home Care, a licensed Home Care Organization (# 074700001), is locally owned and operated by a Registered Nurse, and has been in business since 2002 providing non-medical home care. We are dedicated to maintaining the dignity and independence of our clients by providing services that include assistance with dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, transportation and companionship under RN supervision.

Care is initiated by a complementary assessment visit. Every client is evaluated by a care manager who designs a care plan to address the clients needs. Our caregivers are regularly supervised, and the plan is updated as needs change. This oversight is at no additional cost. We value our caregivers and provide ongoing training, supervision and offer competitive wages. Caregivers are background checked, bonded, insured, and covered by Worker’s Compensation insurance. Hillendale provides a 1-hour shower visit at $50.00.

The hourly rate for a 4-5 hour shift is $33 and for 6 hours and above the hourly rate is $31.00. In addition to home care services, Hillendale Home Care also has a State Licensed school to train students to become Certified Nursing Assistants and Home Health Aides. Many of our graduates become members of our care giving team!

Hillendale Home Care is a member of the Home Care Association of America, has an A+ rating certification from the Home Care Standards Bureau, and for the past six consecutive years has received the “Provider of Choice” and “Employer of Choice” awards from National Home Care Pulse. We are an approved provider for Long-Term Care Insurances, and we will help our clients navigate the often complex paperwork associated with LTC. Hillendale Home Care is the Trusted name in home care!

HomeLife Senior Care
6440 Brentwood Blvd., Ste A
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 240-5770
homelifeseniorcare.com
vinny@homelifesc.com
HCO# 074700003

HomeLife Senior Care is the premier, state licensed, non-medical home care agency serving East and Central County, Rio Vista and Tracy. Dedicated to providing you and your loved ones the best in comfort, reliability, and peace of mind. Services can range from less than 1 hour a week to 24/7 live-in care, and our professional support team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Caregivers are state registered, trained, bonded and insured and serve clients with needs related to Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Hospice and as Personal Care Aides.

Activities include safety monitoring and assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, personal care, errands, transportation, companionship, transfers and more. HomeLife Senior Care is recognized with an “A+ Rating” by the Better Business Bureau, is a Home Care Pulse “Provider of Choice,” and proudly received “Business of the Year” by the Chamber of Commerce. Prices range from $28 hourly.

What Home Care Agencies are Charging for Services in Marin and Sonoma Counties

Getting help at home is usually the first thing that people think about when chores and/or personal care is becoming difficult or impossible. Housekeepers, gardeners and occasional handymen are the easiest for most of us to consider because they don’t carry the psychological burden of no longer being able to do for ourselves. Caregivers can be resisted because of cost, fear of loss of independence, autonomy and privacy, or just due to stubbornness and personal will.

While most prefer a family member or prior knowledge of the caregiver, this may not always be possible. Family members might have good intentions, and while promises are made, commitments may be more difficult to keep. It may not be the best thing to have a family member, friend or neighbor as a caregiver. The most reliable solution is hiring outside assistance with a regular schedule. This way, family members remain as family and others can be counted on to do the hands-on work.

There are many choices in help at home. If hired privately, the hours worked and wages paid are between you and the employee. You are also liable for worker’s compensation and IRS withholding. Here’s a brief rundown on the types of agencies in Marin and Sonoma County.

Home Health Care Agencies

These agencies provide services that are 100% covered by Medicare, Med-Cal or private health insurance. This service must be ordered by a doctor. However, you still have a personal choice of agency. Requirements to qualify for care are: 1: Homebound, 2. Need for skilled care. Skilled care means that you need a nurse, a physical, speech or occupational therapist This is also a time and visit limited services. Some aide service can be available, if there’s a skilled need. This is a service NOT covered by Long Term Care Insurance. Born To Age doesn’t list these prices because the costs are directly reimbursed by Medicare. You are not billed for services.

Healthy Living at Home
1320 Willow Pass Rd, Ste 555
Concord, CA 94520
Patrick Costello
(415) 317-5117
pcostello@healthyliving-eb.com
healthylivingnet.com

Incare Marin County – Hospice by the Bay Skilled Home Health Care
2787 California Street, Suite B
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 673-8989
hbtbhomecare.org

Healing at Home Sonoma County – Hospice by the Bay Skilled Home Health Care
355 West Napa St., Suite A
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 935-5135
hbtbhomecare.org

Private Duty Home Care Agencies

At Home Caregivers

Marin County
7599 Redwood Blvd, Ste 200
Novato, CA 94945
(415) 898-HOME (4663)

Sonoma County
891 2nd St
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 575-HOME (4663)
athomecaregivers.com
HCO# 214700017

At Home Caregivers is a licensed home care agency serving those who are recovering, convalescing or aging wherever they call home. For more than 15 years At Home Caregivers has provided Marin and Sonoma County clients with comprehensive home care services through caregivers who are employees of the agency. At Home Caregivers is a family owned home care agency – not a franchise. All caregivers are fingerprinted, background checked, bonded, trained, screened and insured. Services include dementia and hospice care, medication reminders, safety supervision, help with personal care and ambulation, meal planning and preparation, transportation and light housekeeping. Rates start at $30 per hour including overtime. (Minimum three hours). Please call for 24-hour rates.

At Home Nursing
1378A Corporate Center Pkwy
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 546-8773
athome@sonic.net
athomenursing.com
HCO# 010000349

At Home Nursing is a nurse and family owned business that celebrated their 21st year in business at the end of March of 2019 and continuing to be a premier family owned and managed local Agency! We provide Home Care Aides (HCA’s), licensed shift care, skilled nursing visits & Nurse Case Management. Founded by Diane Brabetz, RN, Nurse Practitioner and Public Health Nurse (PHN) , the Agency is State Licensed Home Health Agency which can legally fill Medi-sets (pill boxes), manage medication administration and provide skilled nursing services. The Agency also provides Geriatric Case Management services, nursing assessments, and skilled oversight. Our staff are able to transport clients to MD appointments, advocate for them and provide families with information on that visit.

All of our staff are employees, and are bonded, insured, background checked, fingerprinted, reference checked & tested. The Agency has a skills lab in the office that allows our staff to verify all new applicant’s level of skill and ability to provide safe care. Personalities and skill levels are matched to client need.
We provide free in-home assessment provided by a nurse before any care begins. All caregivers are supervised by a Nurse Care manager and Senior Caregiver. Staff is experienced in geriatric care, dementia care, and working with rehab type clients. We offer a “Home Sweet Home” program where we pick up and take home someone from the hospital and see that they are safely settled in their own home.

We are able to provide 12 hour shifts (at a shift rate) . Private duty sitters (one on one) are also provided in facilities for peace of mind, as well as Task Services. The Agency works closely with our Community Hospices and we provide 24-hr Nurse Manager On Call for supervision and support of all case and caregivers. We work closely with MSSP, Linkages, IHSS, Redwood Caregivers, APS, the VA, Council On Aging & Case managers and Fiduciaries in our community. We also are contracted with numerous private insurances and are skilled in dealing with Long Term Care Insurances. Rates start at $28.00 per hour and services are available 24 hrs / day, 7 days per week.

At Your Service Home Care Services
1221 Farmers Ln, Ste A
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
(707) 573-1003
ayshomecare.net
HCO# 494700010

At Your Service Nursing and Home Care is the only duel licensed agency serving Sonoma, Marin and Napa counties. Under the direction of Dr. Lucy Andrews, a Gerontology and Dementia expert. We are locally owned and operated and have been providing care since 2003. We realize the decision to bring in help for a loved one is not easy. Our goal is to make that process transparent and smooth. Our focus is on you, our client. We offer a free in home safety evaluation and needs assessment to determine care needs with you and your family. We will put a care plan together that will include medication management and nursing care if needed. We believe that in addition to providing care we must advocate for our patients and clients and are actively involved in advocating at the local and national level. Dr. Andrews serves as chair on Board of Directors for the California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH) and she is the past Vice Chair of the National Association for Home Care and Hospice Association, (NAHC). Rates for non-medical care start at $32 and services are available around the clock.

First Light Home Care

Marin County
4340 Redwood Hwy, Ste F-130
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 521-5860
mparetchan@firstlighthomecare.com
marincounty.firstlighthomecare.com

Sonoma County
1030 2nd St, Ste 5
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 501-9830
msher@firstlighthomecare.com
firstlighthomecare.com
HCO# 214700008

FirstLight Home Care is a locally owned and operated full-service company that offers best in class non-medical home care services. FirstLight Home Care employs and certifies all caregivers. Caregivers are thoroughly screened, selected, trained, insured and bonded. Caregivers are Alzheimer’s and Dementia trained, participate in on-going training and have at least two years of solid professional experience. Our caregivers are background checked, drug screened, have a verified and clean DMV record with up to date auto insurance. All have the right to work in the USA. Caregivers are available on an hourly, live-in or overnight schedule basis. FirstLight Home Care pays all workers’ compensation, liability insurance and payroll taxes. We provide customized hourly care plans up to Live-in 24-hour shifts. We work with Veterans to help them receive their aid and attendance benefits, offer services to seniors, mothers to be, persons with intellectual and physical disabilities and to everyone needing personal care, companion care, respite care, dementia care, rehabilitative care and travel companion services.

We offer free of charge case management needs assessment and home safety evaluation. For a free home care assessment, in Marin County call (415) 521-5860 or for Sonoma and Napa Counties call (707) 501-9830.

Seniors At Home, a Division of JFCS

San Rafael
600 Fifth Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 449-3777
info@seniorsathome.org
seniorsathome.org
HHA # 220000378

Santa Rosa
1360 N. Dutton, Suite C
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 303-1530

Seniors at Home offers a comprehensive range of services to help seniors live safely at home. Trained caregivers are available 4 to 24 hours a day to assist with personal care, homemaking, and companionship. Caregivers are bonded and insured, and background screenings are performed. $36 – $38 (4hr minimum), and $550 per live-in shift. Nursing visits are $165. Additional services include Geriatric Care Management, Center for Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Counseling, and more.

Domestic Referral Agencies

These agencies provide non-medical caregivers/companions to help with personal care, transportation, meals, baths, light housekeeping, etc. They provide many of the same services as private home care agencies, however, the caregiver is not an employee of the agency…the caregiver is an independent contractor.

The agency finds and screens the caregiver. The client has the option of interviewing or letting the agency match the appropriate caregiver. The agency assists in negotiating the rate between the client and caregiver, including agency fee. Caregiver earnings are reported to the IRS. Substitute caregivers are available.

Gentle Care Agency
4340 Redwood Hwy, F155
Terra Linda, CA 94903
(415) 479-7141
care@gentlecareagency.com
gentlecareagency.com

Gentle Care Agency is a family owned business established twenty-two years ago in April 1996. It is one of the original four providers of home care in Marin County. It is our mission to offer supportive and compassionate care during potentially stressful times of injury, illness, debilitation or decline. We provide services to those who require assistance and wish to remain in the comfort of their own home. Our goal is to provide the best quality care with the most caring, skilled and compassionate caregivers. Our caregivers are independent contractors and earn most of what we charge. Our rates range from $27-$32 per hour depending on the number of hours and level of care needed.

What are Home Care Agencies Charging in Napa County?

Getting help at home is usually the first thing that people think about when chores and/or personal care is becoming difficult or impossible. Housekeepers, gardeners and occasional handymen are the easiest for most of us to consider because they don’t carry the psychological burden of no longer being able to do for ourselves. Caregivers can be resisted because of cost, fear of loss of independence, autonomy and privacy, or just due to stubbornness and personal will.

While most prefer a family member or prior knowledge of the caregiver, this may not always be possible. Family members might have good intentions, and while promises are made, commitments may be more difficult to keep. It’s may not be the best thing to have a family member, friend or neighbor as a caregiver. The most reliable solution is hiring outside assistance with a regular schedule. This way, family members remain as family and others can be counted on to do the hands-on work.

There are many choices in help at home. If hired privately, the hours worked and wages paid are between you and the employee. You are also liable for worker’s compensation and IRS withholding.

Here’s a brief rundown on the types of agencies in Napa County.

Napa County Home Health Agencies

These agencies provide services that are 100% covered by Medicare, Med-Cal or private health insurance. This service must be ordered by a doctor. However, you still have a personal choice of agency. Requirements to qualify for care are: 1: Homebound, 2. Need for skilled care. Skilled care means that you need a nurse, a physical, speech or occupational therapist. This is also a time and visit limited services. Some aide service can be available, if there’s a skilled need. This is a service NOT covered by Long Term Care Insurance. Born to Age doesn’t list these prices because the costs are directly reimbursed by Medicare. You are not billed for services.

Healthy Living at Home
1320 Willow Pass Rd. Ste. 555
Concord, CA 94520
(510) 362-4503 or (877) 513-7363
slobdell@healthyliving-eb.com
healthylivingnet.com

Healing at Home – a division of Hospice by the Bay
355 West Napa Street, Suite A
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 935-5135
hbtbhomecare.org

Private Duty Home Care Agencies

These agencies provide both skilled and non-skilled care. The services might be covered by long term care insurance, other insurances, and private pay. The agency is the employer. Caregivers are hired, screened and paid for by the agency. If the caregiver is ill or unable to work, a substitute caregiver is available. The agency pays payroll taxes, worker’s compensation, and maintains liability coverage. The agency also determines what the caregiver can and can’t do. There is often a minimum number of hours for services.
Care provided by these agencies can include: skilled care, personal care, transportation/errands, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, etc. Shifts can be hourly, live-in or sleepover.

Hearts That Matter, Inc. & A Partner In Caring
68 Coombs St. A-9
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 252-7569 or (707) 738-0413
heartsthatmatter.com
afriendforyou.com
HCO license #284700010

A family owned and operated California licensed home care organization. Home aides referred by our agency are California registered Aides, criminally background checked, have current CPR and first aid training as well as ongoing care provider training for dementia and California facility regulations. Our agency is private pay and will provide billing to long-term care insurance policies. Hearts That Matter has been caring for Napa residents since 1997 and had excellent references.
Our rates:
2-8 hr shifts -$30/hr
12 hr shift – $25/hr
24 hour live in -$350/day
A Friend For U:
A friendly visitor to provide wellness checks and friendly visits. Checking on your loved one when you are not able.
2 visits per week -$500/mo
Daily visits- $1500/mo

Love & Joy Senior Care Services
340 Northrup Lane
American Canyon, CA 94503
(707) 342-5613 & (707) 771-0437
ljseniorcare.wix.com/loveandjoy
Contact: Jennie Falcon
HCO# 284700005

Love & Joy is a non-medical home care and board & care placement agency. Rates range from $21-$28 per hour. Services can be stopped anytime, no contract needed. We accept checks and long-term care insurance. Free in-home assessments and safety checks. Caregivers are bonded, insured, background checked, and TB tested. Provide services for dementia/Alzheimer’s care, personal care, companionship, transportation, and hospice care. Licensed nurse conducts caregiver supervisory visits, regular client check-ins, and advocates for care with client’s doctors. We also provide, 24 hour/ Live in care package, please contact us for information.

Senior Helpers North Bay
1100 Trancas Street, Suite 214
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 251-1540 or (707) 200-6665
bnations@seniorhelpers.com
seniorhelpers.com/napa
HCO# 284700002

Senior Helpers North Bay is a care management company providing care management, transitional care, placement, and non-medial home care. FREE assessments and safety checks. We make recommendations based on needs. Employees are insured, bonded, background checked, and trained for various situations. A patented dementia training program called GEMs is used for all caregivers. Rates are $33.00 per hour. We also offer case management for $60 per hour.

Your Home Nursing Services
3188 Jefferson St.
Napa, CA 94558
Napa: (707) 224-7780
Sonoma: (707) 996-4135
Fairfield/Vacaville: (707) 428-5733
Vallejo/Benicia: (707) 642-4711
Yolo County: (530) 753-7478
yourhomenursing.com
HCO# 010000218

A State Licensed, Family owned, Local, Private Duty Home Care Agency providing all levels of care in Solano, Napa, Yolo Counties and the town of Sonoma (including surrounding areas). Our agency has been providing our communities with care for 30 years! Our services range from Homemaker/Companion to Hands-On Caregivers to Licensed/Skilled Nursing Services.

There is no extra charge for nights or weekends and our services can start the moment you need us. We provide a complimentary Skilled Assessment to determine your special needs and then develop a care plan, and offer a Home Evaluation for safety. To ensure quality of care, we provide Home Revisits, and your care is always managed by an RN (at no cost to you).

All our caregivers are insured, bonded, finger printed and have background checks. We offer 140 caregivers, and many of them have been with our agency for 10 years or more. Our agency provides many types of care: Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Post-Surgical needs, Strokes, Parkinson’s, Cancer support services, Fractures of all types, Falls, Pneumonia, Hospice Support Services, Frail Special Needs, Care of Pets, and our Caregivers are available for Worldwide Travel…and of course, any special family requests for care.

Our agency accepts private pay, all insurances, and we are very proud Vendors of the Veteran’s Administrative Programs. Our Rates: 4-hour minimum at $32 per hour, 5+ hours at $29 per hour, and we offer Live-Ins and Sleep overs. Also, we provide Skilled Nursing Services. Our agency doesn’t require deposits and our services can start immediately!

Domestic Referral Agencies

These agencies provide non-medical caregivers/companions to help with personal care, transportation, meals, baths, light housekeeping, etc. They provide many of the same services as private home care agencies, however, the caregiver is not an employee of the agency… the caregiver is an independent contractor.
The agency finds and screens the caregiver. The client has the option of interviewing or letting the agency match the appropriate caregiver. The agency assists in negotiating the rate between the client and caregiver, including agency fee. Caregiver earnings are reported to the IRS. Substitute caregivers are available.

Cora Home Companion
310 Mark Way
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 255-6260
(707) 363-2220
Cora_belosofulton@yahoo.com
Bus. Lic. #30820

This is a non-medical home companion service providing personal care in your home. Rates range from $18-$20 per hour. Minimum four-hour shift. Live in care starts at $360, and depends on level of care and needs of patient.

Getting help at home is usually the first thing that people think about when chores and/or personal care is becoming difficult or impossible. Housekeepers, gardeners and occasional handymen are the easiest for most of us to consider because they don’t carry the psychological burden of no longer being able to do for ourselves. Caregivers can be resisted because of cost, fear of loss of independence, autonomy and privacy, or just due to stubbornness and personal will.

While most prefer a family member or prior knowledge of the caregiver, this may not always be possible. Family members might have good intentions, and while promises are made, commitments may be more difficult to keep. It may not be the best thing to have a family member, friend or neighbor as a caregiver. The most reliable solution is hiring outside assistance with a regular schedule. This way, family members remain as family and others can be counted on to do the hands-on work.

There are many choices in help at home. If hired privately, the hours worked and wages paid are between you and the employee. You are also liable for worker’s compensation and IRS withholding.

Here’s a brief rundown on the types of agencies in Solano County:

Home Health Care Agencies

These agencies provide services that are 100% covered by Medicare, Med-Cal or private health insurance. This service must be ordered by a doctor. However, you still have a personal choice of agency. Requirements to qualify for care are: 1. Homebound, 2. Need for skilled care. Skilled care means that you need a nurse, a physical, speech or occupational therapist. This is also a time and visit limited services. Some aide service can be available, if there’s a skilled need. This is a service NOT covered by Long Term Care Insurance. Born To Age doesn’t list these prices because the costs are directly reimbursed by Medicare. You are not billed for services.

Healthy Living at Home
1320 Willow Pass Rd Ste 555
Concord, CA 94520
(707) 815-8236 or (877) 513-7363
mkahler@healthyliving-eb.com
healthylivingnet.com

NorthBay Health at Home & Hospice
4520 Business Center Dr
Fairfield, CA 94534
(707) 646-3575

Private Duty Home Care Agencies

These agencies provide both skilled and non-skilled care. The services might be covered by long term care insurance, other insurances, and private pay. The agency is the employer. Caregivers are hired, screened and paid for by the agency. If the caregiver is ill or unable to work, a substitute caregiver is available. The agency pays payroll taxes, worker’s compensation, and maintains liability coverage. The agency also determines what the caregiver can and can’t do. There is often a minimum number of hours for services. Care provided by these agencies can include: skilled care, personal care, transportation/errands, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, etc. Shifts can be hourly, live-in or sleepover.

Always Best Care Senior Services
479 Mason St, Ste #109
Vacaville, CA 95688
(707) 392-0352 or (707) 317-1740
rsmith@abc-seniors.com
abcsolanocounty.com
HCO# 484700010

Always Best Care is a locally-owned private duty non-medical home care agency. Caregivers are thoroughly screened, background checked, registered with the State of California, and covered by worker’s compensation and liability insurance. Caregivers receive five hours of initial training, and then ongoing training for safe and high levels of care. Care consultations and home safety inspections are available free of charge. No minimums. Scheduling is flexible, based on customer need. Care is offered 24/7. Pricing varies, dependent on need and hours. Price ranges from $28-$30 per hour. VA Preferred Provider. Accepts long term care insurance. Also offers Always in Touch, a free telephone reassurance program providing a daily phone call to seniors and disabled adults. We also provide assisted living referral services.

Love & Joy Home Care Services
340 Northrup Lane
American Canyon, CA 94503
(707) 342-5613 or (925) 408-7122
ljseniorcare.wix.com/loveandjoy
Contact: Jennie Falcon
HCO# 284700005

Love & Joy is a non-medical home care and board & care placement agency. Rates range from $25 per hour, no minimum. Live in care rate starts from $250 per day, depending on level of care. Services can be stopped anytime, no contract needed. We accept checks and long-term care insurance. Free in-home assessments and safety checks. Caregivers are bonded, insured, background checked, and TB tested. Provide services for dementia/Alzheimer’s care, personal care, companionship, transportation, and hospice care. Licensed nurse conducts caregiver supervisory visits, regular client check-ins, and advocates for care with client’s doctors. We also provide, 24 hour/ Live in care package, please contact us for information.

Senior Helpers North Bay
1100 Trancas St, Ste 214
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 200-6665
bnations@seniorhelpers.com
seniorhelpers.com/solano-yolo
HCO# 284700002

Senior Helpers North Bay is a care management company providing care management, transitional care, placement, and non-medial home care. FREE assessments and safety checks. We make recommendations based on needs. Employees are insured, bonded, background checked, and trained for various situations. A patented dementia training program called GEMs is used for all caregivers. Rates are $33.00 per hour. We also offer case management for $60 per hour.

Faith in Action
Serving Solano County
(707) 469-6675

This is a volunteer program. Will provide respite care, grocery shopping, errands and visitation, non-medical, in-home assistance.

Your Home Nursing Services
3188 Jefferson St
Napa, CA 94558
Fairfield/Vacaville: (707) 428-5733
Vallejo/Benicia: (707) 642-4711
Napa: (707) 224-7780
Sonoma: (707) 996-4135
Yolo County: (530) 753-7478
yourhomenursing.com
HCO# 010000218

A State Licensed, Family owned, Local, Private Duty Home Care Agency providing all levels of care in Solano, Napa, Yolo Counties and the town of Sonoma (including surrounding areas). Our agency has been providing our communities with care for 30 years! Our services range from Homemaker/Companion to Hands-On Caregivers to Licensed/Skilled Nursing Services.

There is no extra charge for nights or weekends and our services can start the moment you need us. We provide a complimentary Skilled Assessment to determine your special needs and then develop a care plan, and offer a Home Evaluation for safety. To ensure quality of care, we provide Home Revisits, and your care is always managed by an RN (at no cost to you).

All our caregivers are insured, bonded, finger printed and have background checks. We offer 140 caregivers, and many of them have been with our agency for 10 years or more.

Our agency provides many types of care: Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Post-Surgical needs, Strokes, Parkinson’s, Cancer support services, Fractures of all types, Falls, Pneumonia, Hospice Support Services, Frail Special Needs, Care of Pets, and our Caregivers are available for Worldwide Travel…and of course, any special family requests for care.

Our agency accepts private pay, all insurances, and we are very proud Vendors of the Veteran’s Administrative Programs. Our Rates: 4 hour minimum at $32 per hour, 5+ hours at $29 per hour, and we offer Live-Ins and Sleep overs. Also, we provide Skilled Nursing Services. Our agency doesn’t require deposits and our services can start immediately!

Domestic Referral Agencies

These agencies provide non-medical caregivers/companions to help with personal care, transportation, meals, baths, light housekeeping, etc. They provide many of the same services as private home care agencies, however, the caregiver is not an employee of the agency… the caregiver is an independent contractor.

The agency finds and screens the caregiver. The client has the option of interviewing or letting the agency match the appropriate caregiver. The agency assists in negotiating the rate between the client and caregiver, including agency fee. Caregiver earnings are reported to the IRS. Substitute caregivers are available.

AmeriCare Home Care Agency
918 Merchant St
Vacaville, CA 95688
(707) 447-7734
americarenorcal.com

AmeriCare Home Care Agency is a referral agency for caregivers. Refers qualified, professional caregivers that match the needs of the client with the skills, experience and availability of the caregiver. Caregivers are experienced in and can provide companionship care, local transportation, and non-medical personal care from one hour up to 24 hours. Most referred caregivers also have state training and certification. Background and driving records are checked. Negotiated hourly rates range from $21 to $29 based on services provided. Private pay and most long-term care insurance accepted.