Companionship & Respite
Conversation, meals, errands, and a steady, familiar face — plus relief for family caregivers who need a few hours or a few days to rest. Learn more about respite care in Charlotte.
Premier Home Health Care Services in Charlotte, NC
A locally owned home health care agency providing expert care and daily living assistance to seniors and families across Mecklenburg County.
Finding the right support for a loved one shouldn't be a burden. At Carolina Home Health Care, we provide Charlotte families with the peace of mind that comes from professional, compassionate, and reliable in-home care. From the historic neighborhoods of Myers Park and Dilworth to the growing communities in Ballantyne and University City, our caregivers are right around the corner.
A Trusted Home Health Care Agency Serving Charlotte Families
Whether your loved one is being discharged from Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian, or simply needs extra help to remain independent at home, our Charlotte team is uniquely positioned to help. Families comparing home health agencies in Charlotte choose us for one reason: we’ve been doing this here, as a locally owned agency, for over 20 years.
Mecklenburg County Specialists
We are intimately familiar with the local senior resources, pharmacy networks, and medical systems in Charlotte.
Personal Care & Companionship
Hands-on help with daily living and genuine companionship, from caregivers supervised by registered nurses.
Reliability You Can Count On
We use advanced scheduling and GPS-verified clock-ins to ensure your loved one is never without the care they need.
Comprehensive Care for Charlotte Seniors
We offer a "Whole-Person" approach to aging in place:
Personal Care & Hygiene
Dignified assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting. We help Charlotte seniors maintain their independence while staying safe in their own homes.
Alzheimer's & Memory Care
The Charlotte metro area has a growing need for specialized dementia support. Our staff is trained in memory-loss communication and safety protocols to prevent wandering and reduce agitation. Learn more about our dementia & memory care in Charlotte.
What Charlotte Families Say About Us
“After having bad experiences with other, larger home healthcare agencies in town, my husband and I shifted our daughter’s services to Carolina Home Health Care and we have been with them ever since — almost 7 years!”
— Charlotte, NC Client Family
“We can’t thank your team enough for the care my mother has received the past 3 months. Your team has proved to be the most caring, reliable, professional, and competitively priced home health team in our region.”
— Charlotte Metro Area Client
“The personal touch that Carolina Home Health Care offers families with loved ones who need help makes all the difference between this agency and others. We feel fortunate to have found them.”
— Long-Term Client Family, NC
Charlotte Neighborhoods & Communities We Serve
We provide home health care throughout the Charlotte metro area and surrounding Mecklenburg County communities. Our caregivers are matched to clients near their homes to minimize commute times and maximize continuity of care.
South Charlotte
Ballantyne, Pineville, South End, Dilworth, Myers Park, SouthPark, Montford
North Charlotte
University City, NoDa, Highland Creek, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville
East Charlotte
Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Stallings, Weddington, Waxhaw, Monroe
West Charlotte & Beyond
Gastonia, Belmont, Mount Holly, Concord, Kannapolis, Salisbury, Statesville
Explore our dedicated neighborhood care pages: Home Care in Huntersville, Home Care in Matthews, Ballantyne, Concord, and Gastonia.
Nearby hospitals we coordinate with: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian, Atrium Health Pineville, Novant Health Huntersville, Atrium Health University City, Atrium Health Mercy
How Charlotte Families Pay for Home Care
Many families assume home care is expensive — but most of our Charlotte clients pay little or nothing out of pocket. Here are the funding options available to you:
VA Benefits
$0
Veterans of any era enrolled in VA healthcare. We're a VA Community Care Network provider.
Home care for veterans →LTCI Policy
Per Policy
We work with all major carriers. We handle claims documentation for you.
Learn more →Private Pay
Flexible
No eligibility needed. Start care within 24–48 hours. No long-term contracts.
Learn more →Why Charlotte Families Choose Carolina Home Health Care
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20+ Years Serving Charlotte
Founded in 2004, we’re not a franchise — we’re a locally owned agency with deep roots in the Charlotte community. Many of our caregivers have been with us for 5, 7, even 10+ years.
Founded in 2004, we’re not a franchise — we’re a locally owned agency with deep roots in the Charlotte community. Many of our caregivers have been with us for 5, 7, even 10+ years.
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CHAP Accredited
We hold CHAP accreditation — the gold standard in home health care quality. This means our care meets or exceeds national standards for safety, training, and patient rights.
We hold CHAP accreditation — the gold standard in home health care quality. This means our care meets or exceeds national standards for safety, training, and patient rights.
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VA Community Care Network Provider
We’re one of the select agencies authorized to provide VA-funded home care in the Charlotte metro area. Veterans can receive care at zero cost through our VA partnership.
We’re one of the select agencies authorized to provide VA-funded home care in the Charlotte metro area. Veterans can receive care at zero cost through our VA partnership.
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100+ Trained Caregivers
Our CNAs and Home Health Aides are background-checked, drug-tested, and supervised by registered nurses. Many are bilingual, serving Charlotte’s diverse community.
Our CNAs and Home Health Aides are background-checked, drug-tested, and supervised by registered nurses. Many are bilingual, serving Charlotte’s diverse community.
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Responsive Office Staff
When you call our Charlotte office, a real person answers. We respond to concerns the same day, coordinate with your loved one’s doctors, and provide regular updates to families.
When you call our Charlotte office, a real person answers. We respond to concerns the same day, coordinate with your loved one’s doctors, and provide regular updates to families.
Frequently Asked Questions: Home Care in Charlotte
How much does home care cost in Charlotte, NC?
Rates in Charlotte vary based on the level of care (companionship vs. hands-on personal care) and the number of hours. We offer competitive hourly rates and work with Long-Term Care Insurance, VA, and North Carolina Medicaid. Contact us for a transparent quote.
Do you serve cities outside of Charlotte?
Yes. Our Charlotte service area extends to Concord, Huntersville, Matthews, Pineville, Mint Hill, Gastonia, and Cornelius.
Are your caregivers insured and bonded?
Absolutely. For the protection of our Charlotte clients, every employee is fully insured, bonded, and has passed a rigorous North Carolina background check.
Does the VA pay for home care in Charlotte?
Yes. Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare can receive in-home care at zero cost through programs like the Homemaker/Home Health Aide program and Aid & Attendance. Carolina Home Health Care is an authorized VA Community Care Network provider in the Charlotte metro area. Learn more about VA home care in Charlotte.
Does Medicaid cover home care in Charlotte, NC?
Yes. North Carolina Medicaid covers home care through Personal Care Services (PCS) and the CAP/DA waiver for eligible residents. We are an authorized Medicaid provider in Mecklenburg County. Learn more about Medicaid home care.
How quickly can home care start in Charlotte?
For private pay clients, we can typically begin care within 24 to 48 hours after your initial consultation. For VA-funded care, services usually start within 1–2 weeks of authorization. Medicaid may take 2–4 weeks depending on the program and county processing times.
What is the difference between home health care and home care?
Home health care typically refers to skilled medical services like nursing, wound care, and therapy delivered at home — often covered by Medicare for short periods. Home care (also called personal care or private duty care) provides non-medical help with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and companionship on an ongoing basis. Carolina Home Health Care provides home care: non-medical personal care and companionship. If your loved one also has Medicare skilled nursing visits, our caregivers work alongside that home health agency.
Can I choose my caregiver?
We carefully match caregivers to clients based on care needs, personality, language preferences, and location. If a match isn’t working, we’ll find a replacement quickly — your comfort and trust come first. Many of our Charlotte families have had the same caregiver for years.
How do I choose among home health agencies in Charlotte, NC?
First, know what you’re looking for: many families searching for “home health agencies” actually need home care — ongoing, non-medical help with bathing, dressing, meals, and companionship — rather than short-term skilled nursing. When comparing Charlotte agencies, look for a current NC license, caregivers who are insured, bonded, and background-checked, experience with your payment source (VA, Medicaid, LTCI, or private pay), and longevity — agencies that have served the area for many years tend to have stable caregiver teams. Carolina Home Health Care is a locally owned Charlotte agency serving families since 2004 and is an authorized VA Community Care Network and NC Medicaid provider.
Contact Your Charlotte Care Team Today
Ready to discuss a care plan? Our local coordinators are available to meet you at your home or at the hospital to begin the assessment process.
Carolina Home Health Care – Charlotte Office: (704) 548-8949