Concierge-Level Home CareAcross New York
Our experienced Home Health Aides (HHA) and Personal Care Aides (PCA) support NHTD, MLTC, OPWDD, CHHA staffing, and private pay home care, showing up ready to help right where it matters most: at home. Respect. Comfort. Consistency. Care you can count on.
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Why Families Choose Cottage Home Care
At Riverside Select Services, LLC DBA Cottage Homecare Services, we provide daily or weekly assistance tailored to your needs — whether that’s aging, illness, recovery, or rehabilitation. Our Home Health Aides are trained under New York State guidelines and certified through an approved training program, and an in-house Registered Nurse visits regularly to monitor your health. More than 4,000 caregivers now serve families across the five boroughs, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester, each supported by a Care Manager assigned to your family — and we’re always here to answer your questions, so just give us a call.
Experienced and Supportive
Certified Home Health Aides
Why Choose Home Care Over a Nursing Home?
Home care agencies and services give seniors the help they need in the comfort of familiar surroundings, so they don't have to adjust to a new space and routines in a nursing home. Notable benefits of caring for seniors at home include:
Affordability: Home care is usually more affordable than a nursing home.
Health: Remaining in your home limits exposure to contagious diseases.
Privacy: In-home care allows you to retain your privacy rather than sharing facilities with others.
Home care is the ideal solution for individuals who need assistance with daily tasks. It offers personalized support, comfort and peace of mind. Whether you or a family member needs help with mobility, personal care or companionship, the dedicated and empathetic caregivers at Cottage Home Care Services offer reliable, in-home care tailored to enhance quality of life in familiar surroundings.
Our Caregivers are:
- Vetted
- Trained
- Nurturing
Our Programs
The Care We Provide, Built Around You
CHHA
Certified Home Health Agency
- Nurse-supervised home health aides, doctor-ordered care.
- Part-time visits on a schedule, not 24/7 care.
- Plan may include nursing, therapy, aide services, and medical equipment.
- NYSDOH-regulated and state-inspected, serving all 5 boroughs.
HHA
Home Health Aide
- Hands-on help with bathing, meals, medication reminders, and more.
- Eligibility based on Medicaid, Medicare, or other insurance coverage.
- Starts with an initial assessment by the home health agency.
- Serving all 5 boroughs, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester County.
MLTC
Managed Long-Term Care
- Medicaid-funded home care so you can stay home instead of a nursing home.
- A state-approved plan and assigned care manager coordinate your services.
- Covers personal care, home health aides, therapy, and care management.
- Requires active NY Medicaid and a NYIAP assessment.
NHTD
Nursing Home Transition & Diversion
- Support to stay in your own home instead of a nursing facility.
- Help moving back home after a hospital or nursing home stay.
- Services based on your unique strengths, needs, and goals.
- You remain the primary decision maker.
OPWDD
Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
- Community-based support for people with developmental disabilities.
- Care built around your Life Plan and personal goals.
- Coordinated with your Care Coordination Organization (CCO).
- You remain the primary decision maker.
Private Pay
Private Pay
- Care on your schedule, paid for directly.
- No waiting on an insurance decision.
- You choose the hours and, as much as possible, the caregiver.
- An individualized care plan to suit your needs.
Conditions we support
Alzheimer's & dementiaParkinson's diseaseDiabetesStroke recoveryHeart failureCOPDPost-surgical recoveryMobility & fall recoveryHospice support
Everyday help our caregivers provide
Bathing & groomingDressingMedication remindersMeal preparationHousekeeping & laundryMobility & transfersTransportationCompanionship
Not sure if you need an HHA or a PCA? See the difference in our FAQ below.
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Testimonials From Our Patients
and CareGivers
Cinthya Almendarez
Profession : Patient
Service: HHA
Riverside Select Services, LLC DBA Cottage Homecare Services is a spectacular agency with a great work environment. I can call any hour and there is always someone on the phone who will answer me and provide the help I need.
Rated 5 out of 5
5
Sherry Fiedtkou
Profession : Patient
Service: HHA
I'm having the best experience working with Riverside Select Services, LLC DBA Cottage Homecare Services The staff and management is exceptional because I've been working in the Home care for 17 years and this is one of the best agencies.
Rated 4.8 out of 5
4.8
Natividad Mateo
Profession : Patient
Service: NHTD
Excellent customer service and employee service, always with a smile. Staff is caring and loving and receptive to your needs. Great home care agency to sign up with for work, or to receive Homecare services at home.
Rated 5 out of 5
5
How Does Home Care Work?
Home care is about helping people stay comfortable in their homes as they age or face health challenges. Caregivers come to your home to provide support with daily tasks like cooking, bathing and taking medications. With this assistance, you maintain independence and retain your daily routine. Also, you can tailor services around your needs, whether it's assistance with cleaning or personal care like bathing. And as your needs change, so does your care plan. Home care also gives families peace of mind so everyone feels supported and cared for.
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Ways to Pay for Your Care
There's more than one way to pay for home care, and most families don't know all of them going in. Most are surprised how many options actually apply to them.
Private Pay
If you don't have Medicaid, or don't want to wait on an application, Private Pay lets care start on your terms.
Medicaid
New York Medicaid can cover home care at no cost to you, if you qualify. We accept most major Medicaid managed care plans and can help you find out whether you're a strong candidate, at no cost to your family.
Long-Term Care Insurance
If you have a long-term care policy, we can work with your insurer to help coordinate coverage.
Insurance We Work With For HHA/PCA
We proudly accept a wide range of insurance providers to make your care accessible.
Don't Have Medicaid?
Not sure if you qualify for Medicaid home care? We'll help you find out, at no cost to your family.
Get Started — It's Free
We'll be in touch within one business day.
Service Area
Cottage Home Care serves downstate New York
Cottage Home Care serves families across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties, backed by more than 4,000 trained, expert caregivers and Registered Nurse input on every care plan, focused on safety, dignity, and well-being. Offices in Freeport, Queens, and Jamaica.
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Simple Process
How to Get Started
Getting care shouldn't feel complicated. From the first phone call to ongoing support, we'll guide you every step of the way.
STEP 01
Contact Us
Call (516) 367-2266 or complete the short form. One of our care specialists will contact you within one business day.
STEP 02
Care Assessment
We learn about your needs, schedule, preferences, and the support your family requires.
STEP 03
Care Plan Creation
Together, we create a personalized care plan, including services, hours, and payment options.
STEP 04
Caregiver Matching
We carefully match caregivers based on personality, language, experience, and individual needs.
STEP 05
Ongoing Support
Your care coordinator remains available and adjusts the plan whenever circumstances change.
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(516) 367-2266Or fill out the form and a member of our team will contact you within 24 business hours.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
The things New York families ask us most, about eligibility, cost, and how soon care can start.
Still have questions?
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HHAs complete at least 75 hours of state-approved training in New York and can handle basic health tasks, like checking vital signs, under nurse supervision. PCAs complete at least 40 hours and focus on non-medical support: bathing, dressing, meal prep. We'll help you figure out which one your family needs.
It might. New York Medicaid can cover home care at no cost to you, if you qualify. The State decides eligibility, not us. We'll walk you through the process and help you find out if you're a strong candidate.
It depends on hours needed and caregiver type. Call (516) 367-2266 for a free quote based on your situation.
The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Westchester County. Offices in Freeport, Queens, and Jamaica.
Nursing Home Transition and Diversion. A New York State program that helps people avoid moving into a nursing home, or move back home after a nursing home stay.
Depends on your situation, for example, a Medicaid application. Once that's in place, we're ready to begin service. Call (516) 367-2266 and we'll tell you what to expect.
Look for a Department of Health-licensed agency with real reviews from real families. Ask how they match caregivers, and what happens if your regular caregiver is out sick.
Apply through our Careers page. Pay is based on experience, and our team will go over the details with you after you apply.
Cottage Home Care Services offers a full range of home care programs across New York, including HHA, PCA, NHTD Waiver, and Private Pay services. Through the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program family members or friends can get paid to care for loved ones. Our Home Health Aide (HHA) and Personal Care Aide (PCA) services provide assistance with bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication reminders, and daily living activities. The Nursing Home Transition and Diversion (NHTD) program helps individuals safely move from nursing facilities back into their communities. We also provide customized Private Pay options for those who prefer flexible, out-of-pocket care solutions. Cottage Home Care is committed to serving multicultural communities and delivering care in multiple languages. Whether you need skilled assistance or non-medical support, our experienced, compassionate caregivers are ready to meet your needs with professionalism, dignity, and respect.