Cost of Home Care in the Greater Los Angeles Area (including Orange County)

The monthly fee for home care can shift due to various local and personal factors. Understanding these elements helps families estimate how much in-home care may cost in their area.

Rates differ between dense urban centers, pricier coastal regions, and more economical inland suburbs.

Homemaker services cover meal prep and housekeeping, whereas skilled nursing or memory care demands higher charges.

Forty hours per week might suffice for some seniors, while others require 24/7 support, which significantly increases the monthly total.

• Agencies often charge more due to overhead and insurance.
• Private hires can be cheaper but may involve added responsibilities for the family. Particularly in situations where a caregiver is only on-the-clock for 40 hours per week or when the caregiver needs to take time off for personal reasons.

Los Angeles and Orange County have multiple organizations that guide seniors and their families through the steps involved in setting up in-home care.

They connect residents with information on care programs, funding opportunities, and caregiver training. They may also arrange workshops or case managers to help navigate different options.

While known primarily for work in nursing homes, this office can point families to reputable in-home care services or other local groups that assist seniors.

Groups such as Helping Hands Senior Foundation may offer support and referrals to affordable or subsidized in-home care services, meal deliveries, and volunteer assistance.

Genworth Cost of Care Calculator – Use this tool or any other new data sources for up-to-date cost comparisons, including hourly and full-time care scenarios.

California Department of Health Care Services – Visit their site for more details on Medi-Cal eligibility and the latest benefit structures.

Local Nonprofit or Government Links – County and city programs can help with caregiver training, grants, or other resources to lower the overall expense of in-home care.

• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program in California – The In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program provides in-home assistance to eligible aged, blind, and disabled individuals as an alternative to out-of-home care and enables recipients to remain safely in their own homes.
• Home Care Services Branch (HCSB) in California – HCSB is also responsible for the Home Care Aide application process and maintenance of the Home Care Aide Registry.
• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Los Angeles – In-Home Supportive Services, also known as IHSS, can help pay for services if you’re a low-income elderly, blind or disabled individual, including children.
• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Orange County – The purpose of the IHSS program is to provide supportive services to persons who are aged, blind, or disabled, and who are limited in their ability to care for themselves and cannot live at home safely without assistance.

Disclaimer: The figures presented here are based on data available for 2025 through 2040 and may change over time. Actual costs differ by provider and location, so verifying the most current rates is recommended.