Browse the 12 home care agencies in Lubbock, read 4 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Lubbock 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 Lubbock personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Types of care available in Lubbock, TX
2517 74th St, Lubbock, TX 79423
We Are Comfort Keepers, the Heart of Comforting In-Home Care. Comfort Keepers is dedicated to providing non-medical in-home care that enriches lives and maintains the highest possible level of independent living for our clients. We offer a wide range of in-home services tailored to meet the...
The caregiver that comes to the house is excellent! She is so wonderful with helping my father in any way that he needs. She cooks very good meals for him, and she makes sure to communicate with him and the...
8004 Indiana Ave # B15, Lubbock, TX 79423
2526 82nd St, Ste A, Lubbock, TX 79423
Life is so much more than a to-do list. It's a series of moments with the people we love, making memories that make up a lifetime. BrightStar understands this, and is committed to making more of those moments possible in the lives of those we care for.We created BrightStar because we once needed...
2526 82nd St, Ste A, Lubbock, TX 79423
Life is so much more than a to-do list. It's a series of moments with the people we love, making memories that make up a lifetime. BrightStar understands this, and is committed to making more of those moments possible in the lives of those we care for.We created BrightStar because we once needed...
na, Lubbock, TX 79423
na, Lubbock, TX 79423
5145 69th St., Lubbock, TX 79424
5145 69th St., Lubbock, TX 79424
1010 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79416
Our motto "To us, it's personal®" is more than just words. It's a principle that permeates everything we do. It guides us as we provide personalized care, build relationships, and enhance the lives of seniors and their families’ right here Lubbock, TX.We've been there. We understand. Neither...
1010 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79416
Our motto "To us, it's personal®" is more than just words. It's a principle that permeates everything we do. It guides us as we provide personalized care, build relationships, and enhance the lives of seniors and their families’ right here Lubbock, TX.We've been there. We understand. Neither...
5236 80th Street, Lubbock, TX 79424
3001 W Illinois Ave Suite 3B1, Midland, TX 79701
Our motto "To us, it's personal®" is more than just words. It's a principle that permeates everything we do. It guides us as we provide personalized care, build relationships, and enhance the lives of seniors and their families’ right here Midland, TX.We've been there. We understand. Neither...
In Lubbock, Texas, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Lubbock, Texas, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Lubbock, Texas, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Lubbock include bus routes and public paratransit service. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Lubbock has limited biking infrastructure and is not very walkable.
Lubbock offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Covenant Medical Center and Lubbock Heart and Surgical Hospital.
Lubbock is home to the Texas Tech Raiders of the Big 12 conference, but is especially known for its annual events that bring in visitors from all over the region. Lubbock offers more music venues per capita than any other city in Texas and has a monthly art trail that extends through an area of local contemporary art galleries. Wine lovers will be delighted by all the wineries in the high plains where 90% of Texas’s grapes are grown.
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:
Home care, or in-home care, 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 in-home care is about $3,670 in Lubbock, and $4,004 in the state of Texas, according to Genworth.
A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right home care provider in Lubbock for you or your loved one.
Compared to the national average score of 100, and many surrounding Texas cities that score well above 100, Lubbock has a very low cost of living. The affordable living costs, including the low price of groceries and rent, makes Lubbock an appealing option for senior care in Texas.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 92 | $939 | 16.4% | $122,778 |
Lubbock has a hot semi-arid climate. This means that the city has hot summers and mild but dry winters. On average, the humidity level for Lubbock is roughly 43.9%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of December at about 64.3%
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91°F | 92°F (July) | 63°F (June) | 57°F | 54°F (December) | 26°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 41.5 (Good) | 103 in June (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) |
When the air quality index rating is at the level of Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, the air quality is rated as dangerous for those who have upper respiratory issues like COPD. During these periods all persons should limit the amount of time spent on outdoor activities to a minimum, especially those who are at risk.
Precipitation and Inclement Weather
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Inclement weather |
|---|---|---|
| 1” | 3” (June) | Earthquakes (high), floods, and tornadoes |
2016 Presidential Election Results for Lubbock County
| Voted Republican | Voted Democratic | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 70.6% | 27.6% | 1.75% |
Population Statistics
| Population city proper | Population metro area | Population density |
|---|---|---|
| 262,505 | 253,888 | 767 people per square mile |
Age
| Median | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 8% | 5% | 3% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 25% | 30% | 11% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5% | 8.1% | 35.2% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 52.6% | 2.8% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 23,873 | 39 | 6 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5% | 65% | 14% | 20% | 5% | 6% |
Lubbock is considered extremely unfriendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. A large majority of Lubbock’s residents are both politically and religiously conservative. This means that behavior or lifestyle choices that are seen as going against traditional family values may be challenged by members of the general public.
Lubbock is first and foremost a college town, home to the Texas Tech Raiders of the Big 12 conference. Outside of campus, Lubbock is especially known for its annual events that bring in visitors from all over the region, most of which include cowboys, BBQ, chuck wagons, or country music — or sometimes all four. In fact, if you love nightlife and live music, Lubbock offers more music venues per capita than any other city in Texas.
Lubbock is home to a strong community of art, including a monthly art trail that extends through an area of local contemporary art galleries. Wine lovers will be delighted by all the wineries in the high plains where 90% of Texas’s grapes are grown.
Calvert Home Health Care Inc, Home Instead - Lubbock, TX and Home Instead - Lubbock, TX are the top-rated home care agencies near Lubbock, Texas. See full list of agencies.
There are 12 home care agencies near Lubbock, Texas. 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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