Why we’re the most trusted home care service in Harrisburg, PA:
We’ve been caring for Harrisburg, PA for years, providing trusted senior in-home care to the local community. Many Home Instead clients begin receiving support within 48 hours, and in some cases the same day. Many also choose to stay with us long-term, a reflection of the relationships and confidence we build with those we serve.Here’s why so many families choose us:
Skilled & Trusted Caregivers
We handpick every Care Pro for their skills, compassion, and professionalism—each one thoroughly vetted, trained, and ready to deliver exceptional care.
Flexible & Consistent Care
Need help during the day? Overnight care? Weekend coverage? We offer flexible options, on-time visits, and reliable care from Care Pros you know and trust.
Matches Made to Last
Because strong relationships lead to better care, we take time to find a Care Pro who’s the right fit—not just for the job, but for the person.
Proven Expertise
Behind every Care Pro is a team of experienced home care advisors, gerontologists, and specialists working to ensure you receive care that’s thoughtful, informed, and personal.
Customized Care Plans
Care isn’t one-size-fits-all. We partner with you to create a personalized care plan that grows and adapts as your needs change.
Unmatched Experience
Founded in 1994, Home Instead has helped older adults around the world age safely and with dignity at home, using a time-tested approach built on connection and compassion.
Read our local Google reviews
Beth S.
As my family member’s primary caregiver living almost 2000 miles away, Home Instead has been an absolute blessing in our family’s lives! The biggest challenge in wanting to honor my father’s wishes to be in his home was to find a trustworthy, caring, reliable, accountable home health service with continuity in caregivers. The caregivers he has from Home Instead are models of my every wish for who would be caring for my father on a daily basis. They meet him at his level, respect him, understand him, and truly CARE for him. He misses them when they are not there (and this is from someone who fought me on getting this service in the first place)! They manage every aspect of his daily care, and the companionship that they provide has been integral in his health and well-being. Home Instead’s system of service extends far beyond providing incredible caregivers. Administrative staff is constantly involved to support with in home assessments to recommend safety suggestions and to assure that the client’s needs are being met. Michelle has been amazing with providing suggestions and Traci works tirelessly to manage schedules and special circumstances that come up. Mike is always a phone call away, and has been essential in empowering them to make decisions and has been an amazing support to me in dealing with the challenges of long-term healthcare insurance. This team truly understands the client’s and the family’s needs in dealing with the stresses and ongoing needs of aging. This team is always a phone call away, and treats our family’s needs as if they were their own. When I tell other people about Home Instead, they are amazed that such a service exists. I feel beyond fortunate and relieved and grateful that they are my trusted and reliable partners in taking care of my father, and truly can’t say enough about how Home Instead is the absolute best in providing home health care!
Amanda H.
Working with Home Instead-specifically with Libby has been an excellent experience from a case manager's perspective! They have helped our patients get home safely and I plan to continue to help patients utilize their services.
Alexis M.
I highly recommend Home Instead. We were so grateful for their assistance with my grandmother, who required daily care. Home Instead was dependable and excellent about keeping our family informed. The caregivers were patient, and they treated my grandmother with respect and dignity in difficult situations. They were also compassionate and genuinely caring towards her and our family during this time of need. They gave us so much peace of mind, and I would recommend them to anyone in a similar situation.
Nathan M.
Awesome Service Coordinator, amazing HR, and amazing Manager
The care you need for the life you want.
From making a meal to helping a loved one with memory loss, our services and our approach to home care in Harrisburg, PA help older adults in the area age comfortably and confidently at home.
In-Home Memory Care
When someone you love is living with cognitive changes, Alzheimer's, or dementia, our Care Pros can offer compassionate, trusted memory support in the familiarity of your loved one’s own home.
Respite Care
When family caregivers need a break, our Care Pros are ready to step in, providing seamless, quality care for older adults, while giving family members a chance to rest and recharge.
24-Hour Care
When you need care day and night, we’re there. Our Care Pros provide constant, compassionate support to help older adults stay safe, comfortable, and cared for at home around the clock.
Transitional Care
After surgery or a hospitalization, our Care Pros can help you home safely, get you settled comfortably, and provide the ongoing support and medication reminders needed for a smooth recovery.
Specialized Home Care
Health challenges shouldn't mean giving up the comfort of home. Whether it's adapting to changes from Parkinson's, a new diabetes-friendly diet, or finding balance with heart disease, our local Care Professionals can help.
End-of-Life Care
Working alongside palliative care teams or independently, we offer compassionate care to help families make the most of their time together during life’s final stages.
In-Home Companion Care
Sometimes the best care is conversation and quality time. Our Care Pros provide companionship and social engagement, whether it’s playing cards, going for a walk, or sharing lunch.
All Home Care Services
Learn more about the full range of care we offer—from care for Alzheimers, Dementia, and companionship to hospital-to-home support, enhanced care, or chronic condition support.
Trusted help for everyday needs.
We know it’s the little things that often make life easier. That’s why our approach to senior care includes help with daily tasks and routines, like cooking meals, shopping, and even folding laundry.
Light Housekeeping & Meal Prep
We help with household tasks like laundry, vacuuming, and meal preparation to ensure a clean, safe, and nurturing environment.
Errands & Appointments
Have an appointment, or need groceries from the local store? We offer safe accompaniment to just about anywhere around town.
Serving Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding area.
Since 2005, Home Instead has been part of the community, providing quick access to top-rated home care in Harrisburg.
Proudly caring for communities near you:
Dauphin, Grantville, Harrisburg, Highspire, Hummelstown, Middletown, Hershey, Steelton
…to name a few.
Get started with the most trusted home care in Harrisburg, PA
We're here to listen and guide you through every step of the decision-making process. Our Harrisburg caregivers make everyday life easier, safer, and more enjoyable, helping with errands, appointments, and the activities your loved one has always treasured.
Staying connected to the Harrisburg community
Caregivers can help older adults stay active in your area, whether that's spending time outdoors at nearby parks such as Adams-Ricci Community Park, or participating in local senior programs. They can also offer safe accompaniment to errands or medical appointments at local hospitals such as UPMC Harrisburg or Penn State Health Holy Spirit.Call Home Instead Harrisburg at (717) 540-5201 or request a free consultation to begin creating a personalized care plan.
Get to Know a Care Pro
Korie B., Home Instead Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg, Korie B. shows up ready to help older adults stay comfortable at home. Prior experience: I use to take care of sick family members. With 1 month at Home Instead.
For Korie, the reward is in the connection. "Their personalities and characters," Korie shares. Through these shared moments, Korie has learned valuable life lessons, noting, "Be friendly."
Korie's daily goal is simple: ensure every client feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. Especially strong with companionship, Korie finds joy in the details of each visit. A favorite part of the day is coming to the individuals house and participating and interacting with them,.
Korie praises the local team for their dedication and communication. "They really care about the client and employees," Korie notes. "They are really nice to work with."
Day to day, Korie keeps care personal — listening closely, noticing small changes, and treating every home with respect.
Helpful FAQs
Families often call after a fall, hospital stay, growing isolation, or a change that makes personal care and daily routines harder. In Harrisburg, Dauphin County, and surrounding rural areas, those decisions can also be shaped by distance, transportation, older homes, or family members who live elsewhere.
The family-owned team focuses on dependable, personalized support across Dauphin County's city, suburban, and rural communities. Starting with a care consultation gives the family time to talk through routines, preferences, schedule, and the level of support that could make home safer and more workable.
For help starting the conversation, download our What’s Next Toolkit.
Within 24 hours. Timing depends on the care needs, schedule, service area, and an appropriate Care Pro being available.
The local team can begin by learning what changed, talking through the immediate priorities, and building a customized care plan. Around-the-clock support that has helped one client remain at home since 2016, with continuity as family circumstances changed.
The team serves Harrisburg, Dauphin County, and surrounding rural areas. The care plan can account for the practical realities of that area, whether the client lives near a hospital, in a rural community, in an independent living setting, or in a long-established family home.
A long-running Be a Santa to a Senior effort that the office plans to resume. Families can ask during the consultation which schedules and services are available at a particular address.
The family-owned team focuses on dependable, personalized support across Dauphin County's city, suburban, and rural communities.
The goal is a clear, workable plan that respects the older adult’s routines and keeps family members informed as needs change. Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center's Home Recovery Program.
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