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Home Care Costs in Tracy, CA (2025)

Transparent, local pricing guidance for non‑medical in‑home care. Use the estimator below, then get a written quote with your tasks, hours, and start date.

TL;DR

  • U.S. home care medians are ~$33–$34/hr; California trends higher.

  • Your rate depends on tasks, weekly hours, nights/holidays, start speed, and complexity.

  • Medicare typically does not cover custodial home care; families use private pay, LTC insurance, VA Aid & Attendance, or local programs.

  • Use the calculator; then request a written quote. No long‑term contracts.

​Tip: Many families combine non‑medical home care with short‑term Medicare home health when eligible.

California context

Higher than U.S. median

Start speed

24–48h (when available)

What drives your rate

  • Care level: companionship vs. hands‑on personal care

  • Hours/week + nights, weekends, holidays

  • Urgent start & guaranteed coverage windows

  • Complexity & risk (falls, dementia, two‑person transfers)

  • Market factors (wages, insurance, travel)

Ways to pay

  • Private pay (most common)

  • Long‑Term Care (LTC) insurance

  • VA Aid & Attendance (if eligible)

  • Local aging programs & caregiver support

Medicare generally does not cover ongoing custodial home care; it may cover short‑term home health when ordered by a physician.

How to compare two quotes (fast)

  1. Tasks match: bathing, transfers, meds reminders, meals, safety

  2. Hours match by day, nights, weekends, holidays

  3. Start date & guaranteed coverage windows are explicit

  4. Rate rules: minimum hours/visit, cancellation, holiday rates

  5. Caregiver match process + background checks/training

  6. Contact & updates protocol: who calls/texts and how often

FAQ

  • What happens first
    You’ll start with a 5-hour online training. It’s flexible you can pause anytime.
  • Do I have to finish the 5 hours all at once?
    No. You can pause and pick up where you left off anytime. We save your progress automatically.
  • Why is the state registration required?
    Training builds your skills. Registration is how California verifies you’re cleared to work legally as a caregiver.
  • How much will it cost me?
    Around $95 total (Live Scan + State application). Care Cura reimburses you after 30 days of verified work with us just email us your receipt.
  • How will I know when I'm cleared to work?
    You’ll get an HCA ID from the State. Just email it to onboarding@mycarecura.com and we’ll verify it for you.
  • What if I get stuck?
    Email support@mycarecura.com anytime.
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