Support Services

Many services are available to support older adults’ health and independence in their homes and communities, including help with household chores, personal care, home health services, and home repairs. Supports can also connect people and groups at local senior centers and through other community activities. Visit the Transportation and Health sections for additional information about staying mobile and healthy in the home and community.

The Older Americans Act Supportive Services and Senior Centers Program funds an array of these support services. To find services in your community, enter your ZIP code or city and state in the search bar at the top of this page or speak with an information specialist at the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.

In-Home Services Resources

Medicare.gov: Home Health Compare
This tool has detailed information about every Medicare-certified Home Health agency in the country.

National Institute on Aging (NIA): There's No Place Like Home - For Growing Old
This NIA tip sheet provides information on continuing to live independently.

Hiring In-Home Help
This fact sheet from the Family Caregiver Alliance will help guide you through the process of hiring help at home.

Community Services Resources

National Adult Day Services Association
This website offers information and resources about adult day care centers and programs.

National Respite Network
This website assists consumers in locating respite care programs in the United States.

Benefits Checkup
This website helps consumers find benefits programs that help them pay for prescription drugs, health care, rent, utilities, and other needs. It includes information from more than 1,650 public and private programs from all 50 states and the District of Columbia.