In-Home Senior Care in Berkeley, CA

Trusted, affordable in-home care and help for seniors. Save over 50% compared to traditional agencies.

Serving North Berkeley, the Berkeley Hills, Elmwood, Claremont and Thousand Oaks with background-checked caregivers you can book from one hour, with no minimum and no contract.

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50% Cheaper Than Other Agencies
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No Hourly Minimums
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Vetted & Trained Helpers
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Consistent Helpers
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Dedicated Care Advisors

Why Carenami?

Because every senior deserves to live independently, with support readily available whenever and however they need it.
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50% More Affordable Than Traditional Care Agencies

We've revolutionized the traditional care model to offer rates up to 50% lower than standard agencies, without sacrificing quality or reliability.

Our transparent pricing means no hidden fees or surprise charges.

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Vetted, Trained Helpers Who Are the Right Fit.

Every Carenami helper undergoes thorough background checks and receives specialized training in senior care.

We carefully match helpers based on senior needs and ensure a consistent and reliable care experience.

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No Minimum Hour Commitments

Unlike traditional agencies that require long-term commitments, Carenami offers truly flexible support.

Book help for a few hours or establish a regular schedule – you're in control.
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Our Services

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Light housekeeping for senior homes
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Friendly senior companionship
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Meal preparation and planning for seniors
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Technology assistance for seniors
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Safe transportation for seniors
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Shopping and errands for independent seniors

Why Berkeley families call Carenami

Berkeley parents tend to be fiercely independent, and many have no intention of leaving the house they have lived in since they taught, studied or raised children here. The hills make that harder every year: long staircases, steep driveways and streets where walking to the shops is no longer realistic.

The help families ask for here is usually practical and specific. Someone to drive to appointments, keep the kitchen stocked, help with a shower on the days it feels risky, and be good company for an afternoon.

Many of our Berkeley clients have adult children who live elsewhere. Booking by the hour, with no minimum, lets those families start with one visit a week and add more only when it is needed.

Care in your parent’s language

Many of our caregivers speak a language besides English. Tell your Care Captain which language your parent is most comfortable in, and we will match for it wherever we can.

Services we provide in Berkeley

Every service is available at one hourly rate, booked by the hour.

  • Personal care
  • Companionship
  • Meal preparation
  • Transportation
  • Light housekeeping
  • Shopping and errands
  • Technology assistance
  • Personal concierge

What in-home care costs in Berkeley

One hourly rate covers every service, including personal care, with no minimum booking and no long-term contract. Traditional Bay Area agencies typically require a three- to four-hour minimum per visit, and often 12 to 20 hours a week. A family that needs six hours a week can end up paying for eighteen.

With Carenami you pay only for the hours you use, at rates up to 50% lower than traditional agencies. Your Care Captain will give you the rate and a monthly estimate on the first call.

Questions from Berkeley families

How much does in-home care cost in Berkeley?

One hourly rate covers every service, including personal care, with no minimum booking and no contract. Most Berkeley families book three to seven hours a week. Your Care Captain gives you the rate and a monthly estimate on the first call, and there is no assessment fee.

How quickly can you start in Berkeley?

Usually within one to three days of your first call. If your parent is coming home from the hospital, tell us. We keep same-week capacity for hospital discharges.

Do you serve Albany and Kensington?

Usually, yes. Tell your Care Captain the cross streets and you will get a straight answer on the first call.

Community Resources for Berkeley Seniors

City of Berkeley Senior Centers

The city’s senior centers offer free or low-cost meals, classes, transportation and field trips for adults 60 and older.

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Areas We Serve in Berkeley
Berkeley Neighborhoods

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North Berkeley

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Berkeley Hills

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Elmwood

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Claremont

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Thousand Oaks

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Westbrae

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South Berkeley

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West Berkeley

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Downtown Berkeley

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Southside

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Nearby Communities
Not sure if we serve your area?
Contact us to check availability in your specific location.
Call (855) 938-5558

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