Providing Home Care Services since 2000 in CT, MA, NH, and NY
Elderly Caregivers can improve your aging loved one’s quality of life by providing compassionate, one-on-one home care and companionship in the comfort of their home.
Our personalized and affordable services are available 7 days a week and can range from a few hours to 24/7 live in care. We offer early onset dementia and Alzheimer’s care.
We don’t just care for our clients, we form lasting relationships with them.
Avoid sending your loved ones to a nursing home, in an unfamiliar environment. Our clients never have to leave the comforts of their homes. We provide them with companionship, security and assist with a wide variety of daily activities.
Our caregivers are sweet, caring, skilled, pre-screened, pre-qualified and come with complete background checks. They are here to help your elderly family member enjoy living at home.
Homecare Is the Best Medicine.
When a parent or spouse begins needing more help, the questions often arrive before the answers. Is it time for a caregiver? How much assistance is needed? Can your loved one continue enjoying life at home?
Elderly Caregivers helps Ridgefield families explore those questions with patience and compassion. We provide personalized, non-medical home care that supports everyday routines while respecting each person’s dignity, preferences, and independence.
Whether your loved one needs help getting ready in the morning, companionship during the day, memory care support, or more extensive assistance, we are here to listen.
Call (203) 628-7438 to discuss home care in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
A home care plan should reflect the person receiving care. Your loved one has familiar habits, favorite meals, personal preferences, and ways of doing things that deserve respect.
Perhaps your father enjoys making breakfast but needs help cleaning up. Your mother may welcome assistance with bathing while wanting to choose her own clothing and manage the rest of her morning. A spouse may need regular support so the family caregiver can rest or attend appointments.
These details matter.
Elderly Caregivers serves Ridgefield from our Danbury office. Our approach focuses on understanding individual needs and finding a caregiver match that supports daily life at home.
Memory changes can bring new challenges to familiar routines. A person may need more reminders, closer supervision, or assistance with personal care. Family members may find it difficult to step away or determine how much support is needed.
Elderly Caregivers offers Alzheimer’s and dementia home care. We welcome conversations about your loved one’s routines, preferences, and daily assistance needs.
Tell us what helps your family member feel comfortable, which times of day are most challenging, and what responsibilities are becoming harder for relatives to manage. These details help guide the conversation about care.
Some older adults need assistance throughout the day and night. Families may be concerned about overnight toileting, a loved one being alone, or the amount of help needed between scheduled visits.
Elderly Caregivers offers 24-hour and live-in home care options. We can explain available arrangements and discuss the caregiver schedule, rest periods, and overnight assistance included.
Share how frequently your loved one needs help so the discussion reflects their actual daily routine.
Returning home after a hospital or rehabilitation stay can bring both relief and uncertainty. Everyday activities may require more assistance than they did before admission.
Our Hospital-to-Home program provides non-medical support during this transition. Families can discuss help with personal routines, meals, and household needs while separately arranging any prescribed nursing or therapy services.
Contacting us before discharge gives your family time to discuss scheduling and the help needed during those first days at home.
Elderly Caregivers offers home care for veterans and surviving spouses who need assistance with daily life.
Call our team to discuss your family’s needs and available services. If you are exploring veterans benefits, confirm eligibility and coverage with the appropriate benefits office as part of your planning.
Needing help with personal care can feel uncomfortable at first. Our caregivers provide respectful assistance while recognizing the importance of privacy and personal choice.
Depending on the care plan, services may include:
Bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance.
Toileting and incontinence care.
Help with walking and transferring.
Meal preparation and eating assistance.
Medication reminders.
Light housekeeping and laundry.
Daily routine reminders and safety supervision.
We begin by discussing which activities are difficult and where help would be most useful.
A comfortable home involves more than completing chores. Having someone to talk with, share a meal with, or spend time alongside can make the day feel more connected.
Our companionship and homemaker services provide practical assistance and company. Support may include preparing meals, helping with light housekeeping, and spending time together at home.
For families living outside Ridgefield, arranging regular help can also make it easier to share responsibilities that have become difficult to manage from a distance.
For an older adult, remaining at home can mean staying close to neighbors, friends, and a community that feels familiar.
Ridgefield offers opportunities for connection through organizations such as Founders Hall, which provides educational, wellness, artistic, and social programs for older adults. Local transportation and meal programs can also help residents address practical needs.
A useful support plan considers both the home and the community:
What help is needed before leaving the house?
Which activities does your loved one want to continue?
Is transportation available?
Does someone need to accompany them?
What assistance will be needed when they return?
Consider these questions alongside personal care and household needs. The goal is to preserve as much choice and participation as possible.
Families often need several types of support at once. A primary care provider may oversee medical concerns, specialists may address specific conditions, and caregivers may assist with everyday routines at home.
The following healthcare resources can help Ridgefield families identify providers and plan follow-up care.
The Nuvance Health provider directory lists Northwell Health Primary Care & Pediatrics at Ridgefield, located at:
21 South Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
Phone: (203) 438-6541
The directory includes internal medicine providers at this location. Contact the office about adult primary care, new-patient availability, insurance participation, and appointments.
Explore the provider directory.
When preparing for an appointment, families may find it helpful to bring a written list of questions and changes they have noticed in daily life. Details about difficulty dressing, preparing meals, or managing routines can help explain concerns clearly.
Danbury Hospital is a regional hospital resource located at 24 Hospital Avenue in Danbury. It serves the Greater Danbury area and is listed within the Nuvance Health system.
For a Ridgefield resident returning home after a hospital stay, the discharge team is an important contact for understanding follow-up appointments, prescribed services, and equipment needs.
Learn more about Danbury Hospital.
Some Ridgefield families receive medical care across the New York state line. Northern Westchester Hospital is located at:
400 East Main Street
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
The hospital is listed in the New York State Department of Health hospital directory. Families can contact the hospital directly to explore services and patient resources.
Visit Northern Westchester Hospital.
RVNAhealth is a local healthcare resource with an outpatient rehabilitation therapy center in Ridgefield.
Phone: (203) 438-5555
Families exploring rehabilitation can ask about available services, referral requirements, insurance, and whether care is provided at home or at the outpatient center.
Explore RVNAhealth rehabilitation services.
These organizations are listed as community resources. Their inclusion does not indicate an affiliation with Elderly Caregivers.
A discharge date is only one part of the transition home. Families also need to understand what daily life will require after arrival.
Before discharge, consider asking:
What help will be needed with bathing, dressing, toileting, and meals?
Will someone need to remain with my loved one overnight?
Are nursing or therapy visits being arranged?
Does equipment need to arrive before discharge?
Who will explain medication changes?
Which follow-up appointments are needed?
Who should we call with questions after returning home?
What transportation arrangements are appropriate?
Then identify who will handle each responsibility. Relatives may manage appointments, medical providers may deliver treatment, and a non-medical caregiver may help with personal routines and household needs.
Call (203) 628-7438 to discuss Hospital-to-Home support in Ridgefield.
Knowing where to turn can make planning less overwhelming. Ridgefield has local organizations that help with social connection, transportation, food access, and information about available assistance.
Ridgefield Social Services provides information, referrals, and assistance applying for local, state, and federal benefit programs. The town identifies the Municipal Agent for the Elderly as a resource for services specifically related to older residents.
This is a useful starting point when a family has questions about basic needs or does not know which program to contact.
Visit Ridgefield Social Services.
Founders Hall offers a place for older adults to learn, create, participate in wellness programs, and build friendships.
Ridgefield residents age 60 and older and their spouses can explore membership. The organization states that membership is free, with fees for some programs.
Address: 193 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Phone: (203) 431-7000
Contact Founders Hall for membership details, current classes, accessibility questions, and program registration.
For someone who has recently retired, lost a spouse, or become less socially active, a regular class or shared interest can offer a welcome reason to reconnect.
Rides for Ridgefield helps older residents and residents with mobility disabilities explore transportation options.
Its Mobility Management Center provides information about available transportation. The organization also works with volunteer drivers to provide rides when other options are limited.
Phone: (203) 894-7433
Contact the organization about registration, advance notice, destinations, accessibility needs, and ride availability.
Learn about Rides for Ridgefield.
The Town of Ridgefield lists no-cost bus services for seniors and adults with disabilities on designated weekdays.
Transportation schedules and destinations can change, so review the town’s current information before planning an appointment or outing.
Review Ridgefield town bus information.
When arranging any ride, explain whether your loved one uses a mobility aid, needs an accompanying person, or requires help beyond entering and exiting the vehicle.
Meals on Wheels of Ridgefield serves residents who cannot prepare their own meals because of age, disability, or illness.
The organization states that meals can be arranged for short-term or ongoing needs, with no age or income restrictions. Meals are provided free of charge.
Phone: (203) 438-8788
Ask about registration, delivery arrangements, dietary needs, and current availability.
Learn about Meals on Wheels of Ridgefield.
Meal delivery and hands-on help address different needs. A senior may have a meal delivered but still need assistance preparing the eating area, opening containers, or cleaning up afterward.
Ridgefield Social Services can help residents explore food assistance. The town lists options including grocery assistance, mobile food distributions, and SNAP information.
Food assistance contact: (203) 431-2754
The town notes that its traditional Town Hall pantry shopping operation remains closed, with assistance provided through other approaches. Contact Social Services directly to learn how to access help.
Explore Ridgefield food assistance resources.
Ridgefield’s Senior Gold Card program is free for town residents age 65 and older. Participating businesses and organizations offer discounts through the program.
Review the town’s current list for participating locations and individual offer terms.
Learn about the Ridgefield Senior Gold Card.
The Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging, or WCAAA, serves Ridgefield and other communities in the region. Its service navigation program helps older adults and caregivers understand available resources.
Families can ask about benefits, community services, transportation resources, housing-related referrals, caregiver support, and connections to in-home assistance.
Phone: (203) 757-5449
Toll-free: (800) 994-9422
Explore WCAAA service navigation.
WCAAA offers unbiased Medicare counseling through CHOICES.
Call (203) 757-5449, option 4, to ask about counseling and appointment availability.
This resource can help families understand Medicare options and prepare questions about coverage. Confirm benefits before assuming that a particular service or provider is covered.
Families supporting someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia may benefit from education and emotional support alongside practical help at home.
The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter provides access to information and support.
24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900
Connect with the Connecticut Chapter.
Family caregivers can also ask about Connecticut’s Statewide Respite Care Program. The state identifies WCAAA as a regional contact.
Phone: (203) 757-5449
Ask about current eligibility, application requirements, and available assistance.
Learn about Connecticut’s respite care program.
| Need | Resource | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Non-medical home care | Elderly Caregivers | (203) 628-7438 |
| Adult primary care at 21 South Street | Ridgefield primary care practice | (203) 438-6541 |
| Rehabilitation service inquiries | RVNAhealth | (203) 438-5555 |
| Learning, wellness, and social programs | Founders Hall | (203) 431-7000 |
| Transportation information and ride requests | Rides for Ridgefield | (203) 894-7433 |
| Home-delivered meals | Meals on Wheels of Ridgefield | (203) 438-8788 |
| Local food assistance | Ridgefield Social Services | (203) 431-2754 |
| Aging services and caregiver resource navigation | WCAAA | (203) 757-5449 |
| Medicare counseling | WCAAA CHOICES | (203) 757-5449, option 4 |
| Alzheimer’s and dementia information | Alzheimer’s Association | (800) 272-3900 |
Contact information is drawn from the organizations’ published directories and resource pages. Confirm current services, eligibility, and scheduling directly.
You do not have to wait until every day feels difficult. A conversation about help can begin with one task or one part of the day.
Consider exploring home care when:
Bathing or dressing has become more difficult.
Meals and laundry are becoming hard to manage.
Your loved one spends long periods alone and wants company.
A spouse is carrying more daily responsibilities.
A hospital discharge is approaching.
Relatives are struggling to cover needed hours.
Your family is concerned about overnight assistance.
Include your loved one in the discussion whenever possible. Ask what they would welcome help with and what they want to continue doing independently.
A productive first conversation should help you understand how an agency would respond to your family’s needs.
Ask about:
The personal care services available.
How caregiver matching works.
Scheduling options and minimum hours.
Backup arrangements when a caregiver is unavailable.
The specific coverage included in overnight or live-in care.
How family members share concerns.
How changes in needs are addressed.
Rates, cancellation terms, and other service conditions.
Provide practical details, too. Stairs, pets, preferred routines, mobility equipment, and family communication preferences can all affect planning.
Our process begins with understanding your loved one.
Talk with our team. Explain what is happening and where assistance may help.
Discuss needs at home. Our intake process includes an in-home visit to understand the person and home environment.
Explore a caregiver match. We help your family consider support based on individual needs and preferences.
Call (203) 628-7438 for a no-obligation conversation.
Yes. Ridgefield is part of our service area. Our office is in Danbury, and we provide personalized non-medical home care for Ridgefield seniors and their families.
Yes. Our personal care services include bathing and dressing assistance, meal preparation, eating assistance, and other daily activities based on the care plan.
Yes. Elderly Caregivers offers Alzheimer’s and dementia home care. Contact us to discuss your loved one’s routines, supervision needs, and personal care needs.
Yes. Our Hospital-to-Home program provides non-medical support during the transition home. Contact us before discharge when possible to discuss the assistance and schedule your loved one may need.
Do not assume the coverage is identical. Ask about caregiver rest periods, overnight assistance, and how frequent nighttime needs would be addressed under the proposed arrangement.
Rides for Ridgefield provides transportation information and ride assistance. Call (203) 894-7433 to ask about registration, available options, and scheduling.
Yes. Meals on Wheels of Ridgefield serves residents who cannot prepare meals because of age, disability, or illness. Call (203) 438-8788 to discuss enrollment.
Contact Elderly Caregivers for current pricing based on the services and schedule being considered. Ask about minimum hours and any terms that apply to overnight or live-in arrangements.
An adult child can begin the conversation by calling our team. We will discuss who should participate in planning, your loved one’s preferences, and the information needed to explore care.
Your family deserves support that begins with listening. Whether you are planning ahead or responding to a recent change, Elderly Caregivers can help you explore what daily assistance might look like.
Call (203) 628-7438 or visit ElderlyCaregivers.org to discuss home care in Ridgefield, CT.
Elderly Caregivers
31 West Street, 1st Floor
Danbury, CT 06810
Phone: (203) 628-7438
Serving seniors and families in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
Homecare Is the Best Medicine.
