Browse the 40 home care agencies in Sherman, read 19 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Sherman 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 Sherman personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Types of care available in Sherman, IL
Everything is going fine. They have showed up on time as scheduled for every shift I have requested, you can't ask for much more than that. They have been very reliable. We have a main person that comes and they fill in someone if she needs a day off, but for the most part it's a consistent caregiver. I really appreciate that they bill promptly as well.
These numbers reflect "overall" experience; however, we had two exceptional caregivers, who went above & beyond our expectations, namely [name removed] & [name removed] Not only did they take good care of our mother physically, but they showed genuine interest in her overall wellbeing and were very supportive emotionally, making her feel "useful" despite her age & frailties. They are definite assets to Home Instead!
2055 West Iles Ave., Suite H, Springfield, IL 62704
Their hourly costs and requirements for minimum hours per shift resulted in a huge total cost over several months. I understand their need for paying help and acceptable hourly rate however the daily...
535 Edwardsville Rd, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Our founder, Vronica Flom, set the standard for care when she opened Morning Glory in 1998. She cared abundantly for each and every person she encountered, and went out of her way to ensure that they were shown the highest level of compassion, kindness and respect – clients and staff alike. On...
The caregivers that come out to the house are on time and friendly. They are able to help with light housekeeping, companionship and personnel needs. When they came out to the house they explained...
1412 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
Talked with the owner and plan to follow up about more details as this process moves forward.
1223 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria, IL 61615
Those are the items that are most relevant and I would rate each of them highly. We have been very happy with the services from Interim Healthcare.
620 Charleston Ave., Mattoon, IL 61938
We use Home Care services through All Ways Caring HomeCare and we are very pleased with this service. We hope that we will be able to book a second aide. We would definitely recommend All Ways Caring HomeCare to others.
620 Charleston Ave., Mattoon, IL 61938
We use Home Care services through All Ways Caring HomeCare and we are very pleased with this service. We hope that we will be able to book a second aide. We would definitely recommend All Ways Caring HomeCare to others.
2323 Adlai Stevenson Dr, Springfield, IL 62703
Addus Healthcare did a great job. I am glad that my Mom was able to get out of the house and run errands and just have a break knowing that my Dad would be taken care of. They have been very helpful and I really appreciate their services.
160 East Main Street #301, Decatur, IL 62523
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...
4507 N Sterling Ave Ste 303, Peoria, IL 61614
9 Junction Drive West, Suite 1, Glen Carbon, IL 62034
Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago, IL 60612
421 South Grand Ave W Ste 2BW, Springfield, IL 62704
Philosophy Home Bound Healthcare, Inc. subscribes to the concept of health defined by the World Health Organization: '... a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of...
421 South Grand Ave W Ste 2BW, Springfield, IL 62704
Philosophy Home Bound Healthcare, Inc. subscribes to the concept of health defined by the World Health Organization: '... a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of...
2731 S Macarthur Ave. Suite 201, Springfield, IL 62704
2731 S Macarthur Ave. Suite 201, Springfield, IL 62704
3171 Greenhead Dr. Suite A, Springfield, IL 62711
3171 Greenhead Dr. Suite A, Springfield, IL 62711
PO Box 461, Clinton, IL 61727
PO Box 461, Clinton, IL 61727
Champaign, IL 61821
104 W Jefferson St, Morton, IL 61550
104 W Jefferson St, Morton, IL 61550
7501 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614
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:
Homemaker care offers a wide range of services administered in in a residential setting This care type can provide various medical services such as aid in self-administration of medication, retrieving medication from secured storage, and opening container lids. Home care offers a number of services including assistance scheduling medical appointments, local transportation, and assistance using mobility/assistive devices. A majority of home care providers review potential seniors prior to admission. This screening might include skin problems, medication use, and weight/nutritional status. Also, services provided will include therapy and ventilator care. Intermittent home care may also afford your loved one assistance bathing and doing help with household chores. Finally, home health aide services can provide your loved one with wellness services comprised of monitoring vitals and assistance with ambulation.
The rent burden for Sherman is around 15.1% of the average monthly income. Monthly, the median price of rent in Sherman is around $1,373 and the median home value in Sherman is about $223,339.
Of the population of Sherman 18.1% have a high-school diploma, 44.3% have a college degree, and 13.9% have a graduate degree. Out of the total population of Sherman, 9.6% have some form of disability, 65.0% participate in the labor force, 1.7% live in poverty, and 8.0% are widowed. In Sherman, 8.5% of the people are veterans of the United States military. Based on gender, 52.9% are female and 47.1% are male. The median age of Sherman is 46 years old. Demographically, Sherman is 0.0% Native American, 3.2% Hispanic, 0.0% other or not specified, 0.0% black, 0.0% mixed race, 0.0% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, and 100.0% white. The total population of Sherman consists of 4,701 people. Sherman has a population density of 568 people per square mile.
Out of a national average of 100, Illinois has a cost of living index rating of 96, a grocery index rating of 94, and a housing index rating of 87. The state of Illinois has 199 hospitals and 383 health centers, providing care to a population of 12,696,123. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Sherman Hospital, Sam Health St. Mary Hospital, ‘‚¬Centralia, and Midwestern Region Medical Center. Residents of Illinois enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 43rd in the United States. Overall, Illinois ranks 35th out of all states in quality of life and 22nd in healthcare.
Thirty-four percent of Illinois residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 12,453 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-16%, and Historically Black Protestant-7%. In Illinois there are 518 masonic lodges. In the last presidential election 56% of Illinois residents voted Democrat and 39% voted Republican. The median age in the state is 38, and 29% of the population is over the age of 55. In terms of diversity, Illinois ranks 10th in the nation and is considered LGBTQ friendly.
On average, Illinois has an air quality index rating of around 37.7 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 54.5 AQI. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of May at around 6.02 inches. On average, the state receives 3.33 inches of precipitation a month. During the winter, the average temperature in Illinois drops to around 28F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 49F during the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 10F in the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in Illinois is around 73F. The average high summer temperature is around 91F in the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 53F in the month of June. Illinois experiences an average humidity rating of about 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 78% in the month of December. While residents of Illinois mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Illinois can include floods, earthquakes (moderate), and tornadoes.
The state of Illinois has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of bee balm, bloodroot, viola pedata, and blazing star. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the American pygmy shrew, the eastern red bat, the cougar, or the coyote. The state animal of Illinois is the white-tailed deer.
Home Instead - Springfield, IL, Mae's In-Home Daycare and Barringer Care Management are the top-rated home care agencies near Sherman, Illinois. See full list of agencies.
There are 40 home care agencies near Sherman, 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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