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Browse the 111 home care agencies in Carol Stream, read 101 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Carol Stream choose home care for many reasons, including to reduce caregiver stress, curb senior loneliness, and make daily life easier for older adults. Most home care agencies in Carol Stream personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.

Home care agencies near Carol Stream, IL

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Photo of ComForCare Home Care - Wheaton, IL
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12 reviews
They were extremely responsive and attentive in making sure that we had the right care plan from the very beginning. I would recommend their services to others looking.
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
ComForcare is a premier provider of non-medical, private duty home care services for people of all ages. With the aid of our highly trained RN's and Caregivers we are able to provide a fundamentally different service. Starting with our nurses case assessment we are able to create client specific...
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Photo of Brightstar Care of Central DuPage - Wheaton, IL
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1 review
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Life is so much more than a to-do list. It's a series of moments with the people we love, making memories that make up a lifetime. BrightStar understands this, and is committed to making more of those moments possible in the lives of those we care for.We created BrightStar because we once needed...
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1 review
They were responsive and the staff they selected were very good and caring people. We used them more of companion care and also small tasks to assist our loved one. The office staff was very good to work...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Life is so much more than a to-do list. It's a series of moments with the people we love, making memories that make up a lifetime. BrightStar understands this, and is committed to making more of those moments possible in the lives of those we care for.We created BrightStar because we once needed...
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4 reviews
We were happy with care from the staff from this service. They were helpful and caring about what we were needing for in home care. We like that they were able to help as soon as needed. The care taker is...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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2 reviews
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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11 reviews
Our experience with Ascent Home care has been wonderful, they are so caring and compassionate. The care taker that works with our loved one is just outstanding she is truly amazing. They are so responsible...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Ascent Home Care Inc. is a home care agency built around the minds of experienced health care professionals. We provide varying degrees of home care dependent upon your loved one's needs. Our nurturing, compassionate, and skilled caregivers have been trained according to the standards mandated by...
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5 reviews
While looking for care service for my mother I found that Synergy Homecare had a very personable staff. [Removed], the manager, I personally liked because she’s is very down to earth and she comes in once in...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
I would recommend to others but advise them to come with a list of chores/tasks for the caregiver to complete
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Photo of Assisting Hands Home Care of Naperville, IL
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6 reviews
I have been very happy with all the people at Assisting Hands, all the way from the people that make the appointments to the people that come out to the house and provide the care. It is a bit if a stretch...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Assisting Hands® of Naperville, IL is a non-medical home care company with a strong emphasis on customer service. We provide exceptional in-home care to people who are elderly or have special needs.We Provide FREE Home Safety & Fall Prevention Screenings performed by a Licensed Physical...
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4 reviews
Amazing Care is reliable and responsive. They have been able to offer us in home care for my loved one. The communication with the caregivers and office staff has been good.
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
"Give your loved one the GIFT OF CARE”AMAZING CARE is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health. We specialize in personalized in-home care services designed to address the many challenges of our clients.Our In-home care programs are geared towards providing comfort for you and your...
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25 reviews
I have been looking for some help for my my dad. 1776 Senior Care was able to find me someone I could trust. {Name Removed} has been a perfect caregiver for my dad. She helps with some of his personal...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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3 reviews
First I would like to thank[Names Removed] from all their help withthis.process. We needed a bridge until we could get them into Assisted Living. I forgot to also thank Marti. Everyone was so helpful &...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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4 reviews
I put my trust in a place for mom. I had two choices the other organization never responded to my request. Senior Helpers responded immediately.
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
We were truly pleased and blessed to have Snug and Comfortable Home Care take care of my dad. They reply quickly and their care people were wonderful. Billing was reliable, clear, and perfectly done.
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
1 review
We have only had one caregiver from the time my loved one returned home until present day and she's been great. She started October 11 at 4 hours a day, 6 days per week. And as my loved one has gotten...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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2 reviews
I would recommend Innovative Homecare to others for their loved ones. They were able to provide a caregiver who was able to work with my loved one quickly. The caregiver is communicative and willing to...
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
13 reviews
We are more than pleased with the service that we have received and our caregiver was fantastic. My mom really bonded with her caregiver. She was always on time, caring, courteous and professional. In...
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Home Helpers provides tenderhearted non-medical in home care to DuPage and Cook county residents.  We service seniors, new moms, those recovering from an injury or illness, or anyone with an ongoing challenge.  Being state licensed, all of our compassionate caregivers are thoroughly...
1 review
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
1 review
Communication issues at the start, but they are working themselves out It's costing my dad a lot of money. It's what we have to work with right now, and he's holding steady. So for now it is working.I have...
Provides: Home Care
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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1 review
We had around the clock in-home care. The caregivers were very kind.
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
CNS Home Health and Hospice is a Full Service Home Health Care AgencySince 1958, CNS Home Health has provided compassionate, quality health care services to patients in their homes. At CNS Home Health, all caregivers are carefully screened and are registered, Licensed, and/or certified in their...
Provides: Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Senior Solutions For You provides in-home care that makes a difference in the lives of our seniors and their loved ones. We are committed to enhancing the lives of those we care for through our engagement care program. Staying engaged or socially involved, physically active and mentally...

Costs of home care in Carol Stream, IL

Average cost of home care in Carol Stream, IL

Home care in Carol Stream is typically charged at an hourly rate. Hourly rates may vary based on factors like time of day (overnight hours, for example), special weekend or holiday rates, and whether care is around the clock.
Average hourly rate
$31/hr
Average overnight rate
$32/hr
Average weekend rate
$32/hr

Home care costs vs. senior living costs in Carol Stream

Home care costs in Carol Stream increase based on the hours of care needed. Costs are typically higher for seniors who need home care at night or for most of the day — for example, while a family member is at work. For seniors who need full-time or 24/7 care, assisted living or memory care may be a more cost-effective option in the long run.
44 hours of home care/wk
$5,899/mo
$5,962/mo
To learn more about other local senior living options, view Carol Stream assisted living facilities or Carol Stream memory care facilities.

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How to pay for home care in Carol Stream, IL

Many families combine various payment methods to cover home care costs. Most often, families use some mixture of the following private and public income sources to pay for home care in Carol Stream.
Paying for home careGet an overview of all payment options for home care.
VA home care benefitsSee how VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for home care.
Home care and LTC insuranceLearn how to use long-term care insurance to cover home care costs.

What families are saying about home care in Carol Stream

Recent reviews for home care in Carol Stream

Optimum Senior Care in Palatine, IL

4.2
I'm not there all the time to see the interaction between the agency and my Dad but from what I've seen so far i am very pleased. The agency definitely found the perfect caregiver for my Dad and she is really good and what she does. I am pleased overall and would recommend them if needed.

Amazing Care in Lisle, IL

5.0
They were good, they were friendly, and we had some consistency of caregivers, so there weren't always different people coming out. The staff was knowledgable and responsive. There isn't anything we would have done differently or had improved. This was in home hospice so cleanliness and ...
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Assisting Hands Home Care of Naperville, IL

5.0
They seem to be doing everything well. We have had a couple of miscommunications but they have been resolved. We have had a pretty consistent caregiver. We have never had trouble with people not showing up. It would be nice if we could meet a caregiver before they start coming out.

Frequently asked questions about home care in Carol Stream

There are 111 home care facilities near Carol Stream, Illinois. See the full list.

Home care is provided by an aide who comes to a senior’s home to help with daily chores and activities of daily living. It can be offered anywhere a senior calls home — including a house, senior apartment, independent living, or assisted living. Learn more about home care.

Home care services are customizable to a senior’s unique needs. Services can include companionship, help with chores like cooking and housekeeping, or assistance with activities of daily living, like toileting and bathing. Explore home care services in more detail.

Home care provides nonmedical services for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks like housework, bathing, dressing, and transportation. In contrast, home health care is prescribed by a doctor and includes services like skilled nursing care and therapies, health monitoring, and medication administration that are provided by licensed medical professionals. Read more about home care vs. home health care.

The national median cost of home care is $30 per hour, according to A Place for Mom’s internal data. This cost may vary depending on the location and provided services.

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