When Your Family Needs Around-the-Clock Care at Home
There comes a point for some families when a few hours of care each day is no longer enough. Perhaps your parent has had a fall and the family has decided someone needs to be present at all times. Maybe a hospital discharge planner has recommended continuous supervision during recovery. Or it may be that advancing dementia has made it unsafe for your loved one to be alone, even overnight. Our caregivers are trained in Positive Pathways™, an Alzheimer’s Association recognized approach to dementia care.
Whatever the reason, 24-hour home care provides families in Cherry Hill, Voorhees, and throughout Camden County with a way to keep their loved one safe at home rather than transitioning to a facility. At Comfort Keepers, we’ve been arranging around-the-clock care for South Jersey families since 1998, and we understand the urgency and emotion that come with this decision.
How 24-Hour Home Care Works
Twenty-four-hour care typically involves a team of caregivers rotating in shifts so that a trained professional is present in your loved one’s home at all times — day and night. Each caregiver is awake and alert during their shift, which is different from a “live-in” arrangement where a single caregiver may sleep overnight.
Every 24-hour plan of care at Comfort Keepers is built and supervised by a Registered Nurse. The RN does the no-cost consultation, develops the plan of care with the family, refreshes the plan every 60 days, and conducts 30-day client check-ins to make sure the care is still right. The RN is also available to attend doctor’s appointments with your loved one and can perform an initial consultation in the hospital before discharge — making the transition home smoother and safer.
This model is particularly well-suited for seniors who experience nighttime wandering, need regular repositioning to prevent pressure injuries, or require consistent medication reminders throughout the day and night. It also gives families complete peace of mind knowing their loved one is never alone.
What 24-Hour Caregivers Do
Our around-the-clock caregivers in the Cherry Hill area handle everything from personal care — bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting assistance — to companion activities like conversation, reading, and gentle exercise. They prepare meals, manage light housekeeping, and ensure the home environment remains safe and comfortable. For clients who also receive skilled home health services, our caregivers reinforce the clinical care plan by assisting with physical therapy exercises and monitoring for changes in condition between nurse visits.
Paying for 24-Hour Care
Many of our 24-hour care clients in Cherry Hill, Haddonfield, and Moorestown are private pay families who choose premium, individualized attention over institutional care. For families with long-term care insurance, 24-hour care typically qualifies for benefits, and our team can help guide you through the claims process to maximize your coverage.
Getting Started Quickly
We understand that the need for 24-hour care often arises suddenly — after a hospitalization, a fall, or a rapid change in condition. Many of our 24-hour care starts come right after a discharge from Cooper, Virtua, Jefferson Cherry Hill, or another South Jersey hospital. Comfort Keepers can begin same-day in most situations and our RN can often meet the family at the hospital before discharge to plan the care. Call (856) 857-6120 to speak with our care team about 24-hour home care in Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Haddonfield, Marlton, Moorestown, Mount Laurel, or anywhere in Camden and Burlington Counties.
Frequently Asked Questions About 24-Hour Home Care
How does 24-hour home care work in Cherry Hill, NJ?
Twenty-four-hour home care from Comfort Keepers uses a shift-based caregiving model. Two or more caregivers rotate in shifts throughout the day and night so your loved one always has an alert, attentive caregiver present. This ensures continuous supervision and assistance without caregiver fatigue, right in the comfort of their Cherry Hill or Voorhees home.
What is the difference between 24-hour care and live-in care?
24-hour care uses two or more awake caregivers in shifts so someone is always alert. Live-in care is one caregiver who stays with your loved one — daytime hours awake, with a sleep period overnight — on Comfort Keepers’ New Jersey 7-day schedule. Live-in is meaningfully more affordable than 24-hour because it uses one caregiver instead of three. Choose 24-hour when your loved one wakes frequently, wanders, or needs alert overnight supervision. Choose live-in when days are the higher-need time and overnight is mostly sleep with occasional bathroom assistance. Our RN can help you decide during the no-cost consultation.
Is live-in care cheaper than 24-hour care?
Yes — meaningfully. Because live-in care uses one caregiver instead of three rotating shifts, the daily cost is significantly lower. Pricing varies based on your loved one’s needs, and many long-term care insurance policies cover a significant portion of home care costs. Call (856) 857-6120 for a no-cost consultation to discuss which service fits your family’s situation.
How much does 24-hour home care cost in Cherry Hill?
The cost of 24-hour home care varies based on the level of care needed and the specific services required. Many families offset costs by using long-term care insurance, which often covers in-home care. Contact Comfort Keepers at (856) 857-6120 for a no-cost consultation to get an accurate picture of pricing for your family's situation.
Can 24-hour home care help after a hospital discharge?
Yes. Many families in Cherry Hill and South Jersey turn to 24-hour care immediately after a loved one is discharged from a hospital or rehabilitation facility. Having continuous caregiver support at home reduces the risk of falls, medication errors, and hospital readmission during the critical recovery period.
Does Comfort Keepers provide overnight care without full 24-hour coverage?
Yes. If your loved one primarily needs help during nighttime hours, Comfort Keepers offers overnight care as a standalone service. A caregiver stays through the night to assist with bathroom trips, repositioning, medication reminders, and any emergencies, without the cost of full 24-hour coverage.
Trusted, Accredited Home Care in Cherry Hill
Comfort Keepers of Cherry Hill is accredited by the National Institute for Home Care (NIHC) and has received the Operational Excellence Award for consistently delivering high-quality care across our South Jersey territories.
Our owner, Jim Winn, is a recipient of the Heart of Comfort Keepers Award, recognizing his commitment to the values of caring, professionalism, and integrity that guide every interaction with the families we serve.
Related Resources for Cherry Hill Families
- Home Care Services in Voorhees, NJ — Explore our full range of in-home care options for Voorhees families.
- In-Home Senior Care in Haddonfield, NJ — We provide the same personalized care to families in Haddonfield and surrounding communities.
- Home Care vs. Nursing Home: Which Is Right for Your Family? — Compare your care options to decide what works best for your loved one.
- How to Use Long-Term Care Insurance for Home Care — Learn how your LTC policy can help cover 24-hour care costs.
- Live-In vs 24-Hour Home Care: How NJ Families Should Choose — Understand the difference, what each costs, and how to choose between live-in and 24-hour care for your loved one.
By: Jim Winn, Owner
