Browse the 17 home care agencies in Blackfoot, read 7 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Blackfoot 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 Blackfoot personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Types of care available in Blackfoot, ID
na, Pocatello, ID 83204
Home Helpers is the region’s premier provider of personal care, transportation, homemaker and companionship services for seniors, new moms and working parents, and people coping with illness, injury, or disability. Home Helpers mission is to become the most TRUSTED and RESPECTED provider of...
We have been very pleased from start to finish with the whole process. The person who did out in-home consultation was attentive and gave us great options for payment. The caregiver who has been assigned to...
321 2nd St S # 102, Nampa, ID 83651
We understand that you have many choices, that is why here at Above and Beyond we dedicate ourselves to finding the right provider for you. "Quality Care Above all Else, Service Beyond Expectations" in the comfort of your own home. We can help you 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We know emergencies...
We were happy with htem, my mom had a lady by the name of Anna that she really really liked. She took really good care of my mom and spent most of the week with her. There were younger girls that would come...
Inglewood, CA 90301
HELPING HANDS PATIENT SERVICES is a limited liability corporation with a staff of dedicated lift team technicians and support personnel. HHPS’ mission is to provide safe patient handling, improve patient comfort, safety and recovery, and prevent employee injuries through skillful, compassionate...
4978 Rainbow Ln, Pocatello, ID 83202
353 E Lander Street, Pocatello, ID 83201
353 E Lander Street, Pocatello, ID 83201
330 Shoup Ave Ste 204, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
330 Shoup Ave Ste 204, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
845 E Fairview Ave Ste 100, Meridian, ID 83642
The Treasure Valley Office of Right at Home is a locally owned and operated franchise office of Right at Home Inc., a disabled adult and senior home care and staffing company providing care since 1995. We get to know each client and create a specialized care plan based upon those individual...
845 E Fairview Ave Ste 100, Meridian, ID 83642
The Treasure Valley Office of Right at Home is a locally owned and operated franchise office of Right at Home Inc., a disabled adult and senior home care and staffing company providing care since 1995. We get to know each client and create a specialized care plan based upon those individual...
845 West Center Street L208, Pocatello, ID 83204
845 West Center Street L208, Pocatello, ID 83204
1400 Benton St, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
2705 E 17th St, Idaho Falls, ID 83406
1869 N Yellowstone Hwy, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
1869 N Yellowstone Hwy, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
143 E Main St, Rigby, ID 83442
Home care may be the right fit for seniors who want to age in place, but who would benefit from companionship, housekeeping, and help with some activities of daily living (ADLs). Home care is broad and personalized to each senior’s needs. In general, home caregivers may provide:
Known as the “Potato Capital of the World,” Blackfoot is the center of the Idaho potato industry and is home to both the world’s largest baked potato and the world’s largest potato chip.
Home care, or in-home care, in Blackfoot is a service which offers compassion and help to seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary according to need, and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.
The median monthly cost of a home health aide in 2020 was about $3,800 in the Idaho Falls area and $4,500 in the state of Idaho, according to Genworth. To learn more about the cost of home care in Blackfoot, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Blackfoot are rated three points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are rated equally or close to the national average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | 96 | 97 | 94 | 100 | 102 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $54,963 per year | $29,287 per year | $45,758 per year | $21,081 per year | $38,142 per year | $1,722 per year | $512 per month |
The main hospital that services Blackfoot is:
Blackfoot’s climate is classified as warm-summer humid continental, which means the city experiences warm summers, cold winters, and no distinct dry season. The average humidity level is 57%, and humidity levels are often highest during January at about 79%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 22°F | 31°F | 14°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 67°F | 85°F | 50°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.2 | 12.7% | 12,234 | 2,123 per square mile | 2.8 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 17.4% | <0.1% | 5.3% | 75.3% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2020 Presidential Election Results for Bingham County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 20.6% | 76.5% | 2.9% |
Blackfoot is an agricultural hub located in the center of Idaho’s potato industry and is known as the “Potato Capital of the World”. The city is home to the Idaho Potato Museum, the world’s largest baked potato, the world’s largest potato chip, and the Eastern Idaho State Fair.
Transportation
Transportation options in Blackfoot are limited. Pocatello Regional Transit operates a transit service between Blackfoot and Pocatello.
Aspen Grove In-Home Assistance, Home Helpers Home Care of Pocatello, ID and Home Helpers Home Care of Pocatello, ID are the top-rated home care agencies near Blackfoot, Idaho. See full list of agencies.
There are 17 home care agencies near Blackfoot, Idaho. 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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