Cost of Care

    Cost of Home Care
    in New Jersey

    Every family's needs are different, so every care plan is too. Here's what affects the cost of home care, typical care plans, and how to get a clear price for your loved one.

    Get your price

    Prices depend on your care plan. Call or request a free quote and we'll give you clear pricing.

    What Affects the Cost

    Six things that shape your price

    Type of care

    Companionship and help around the house, hands-on personal care, or skilled nursing from an RN or LPN.

    Hours per week

    A few hours a week, daily visits, or longer shifts. More hours usually means a more predictable schedule.

    Time of day

    Daytime, evenings, overnight or weekends. Some times may be priced differently.

    Live-in or 24-hour care

    A live-in caregiver and round-the-clock shift care are arranged and priced differently.

    Clinical needs

    Nurse visits for wound care, IV therapy or medication management are priced per visit or shift.

    How long care is needed

    Short-term help after a hospital stay, regular ongoing care, or occasional respite.

    Typical Care Plans

    Examples of how families use care

    PLAN 1

    A few hours, a few days a week

    Companionship, meals, light housekeeping and errands.

    Someone mostly independent who needs some help

    PLAN 2

    Daily morning or evening help

    Bathing, dressing, breakfast or bedtime routine and medication reminders.

    Someone who needs hands-on help at set times

    PLAN 3

    Live-in or 24-hour care

    A caregiver there day and night, with nurse oversight.

    Someone who shouldn't be alone

    PLAN 4

    Nurse visits

    Skilled visits for wound care, IV therapy or medication management, as ordered.

    Someone with clinical needs at home

    Your Quote

    How you get a clear price

    1. STEP 1

      Free consultation

      Tell us what's going on. We'll explain options and typical schedules.

    2. STEP 2

      Free home assessment

      We visit to understand needs, routines and the right number of hours.

    3. STEP 3

      Clear written quote

      You get the rate and schedule in writing before anything starts.

    4. STEP 4

      Care begins

      Start on the agreed day, and change hours any time as needs change.

    Tips for planning your budget

    • Start with the hours that matter most, such as mornings or bedtime
    • Combine professional care with help from family
    • Use respite care so family caregivers can keep going
    • Review the plan every few months as needs change
    • Ask what's included so you can compare fairly
    FAQ

    Questions about cost

    No. The consultation and the in-home assessment are free, with no obligation.

    Yes. After the assessment you get the rate and schedule in writing, before care begins.

    Yes. You can increase or reduce hours as your loved one's needs change. Just let your care coordinator know.

    No. Nurse visits are priced separately from caregiver hours because they're provided by licensed RNs and LPNs.

    Free, no-obligation quote

    Find out what care will cost

    A free consultation and assessment give you a clear, written price, with no obligation.