Home Instead
Nanaimo, BC327 Prideaux St Unit 14, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2N4, Canada
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Best Home Care in Nanaimo, BC
Nanaimo has 10 home care on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.6 stars across 76 client reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Island Kare Home Support Services, Vancouver Island Caregivers and Home Instead.
Home care brings personal support, companionship, and skilled visits to your own home, by the hour, so a parent can stay where they are longer.
Below you will find every agency ranked by Confidence Score, real reviews, what families pay and how to fund it, the services and specialties to expect, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated September 2026.
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Nanaimo Home Care Agencies | 76 Reviews
10 agencies
Island Kare Home Support Services
Nanaimo, BC981 Howard Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3T4, Canada
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53/ 100
Developing confidence
4.9(19 reviews)
“We hired this care company on very short notice to provide support for close friends, and they exceeded our expectations in every way. From the beginning, they...”
Provides: Home Care, Respite Care
In-home care services in Nanaimo and surrounding areas, including respite support, personal care, meal… Read more
Just Like Family Home Care Nanaimo
Nanaimo, BC3035 Ross Rd #246, Nanaimo, BC V9T 5S8, Canada
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453/ 100
Developing confidence
5.0(7 reviews)
“From my first conversation with staff at JLF to having an incredible woman named Janet assigned to my mom and her partner. The experience couldn’t be have gone...”
Provides: Home Care, Respite Care
Compassionate, personalized in-home support for seniors and families across Nanaimo and surrounding… Read more
Right at Home Home Care Nanaimo
Nanaimo, BC70 Church St Unit 2, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H4, Canada
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453/ 100
Developing confidence
5.0(4 reviews)
“Excellent company from my first phone call. I was informed I would be contacted by Maureen in a timely manner. Everything was explained to me. My in home...”
Provides: Home Care
Home care services including companion care, personal care, nursing care, and specialty care for seniors. The… Read more
Vancouver Island Caregivers
Nanaimo, BC224 Westwood Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6J2, Canada
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53/ 100
Developing confidence
4.6(13 reviews)
“We recently hired this caregivers company for 3 weeks and they did an exceptional job. The caregivers and it’s manager made us feel greatful and important. My...”
Provides: Home Care
In-home eldercare and disability services throughout Vancouver Island and Canada. Services include personal… Read more
Bayshore Home Health
Nanaimo, BC1650 Terminal Ave N Ste 204, Nanaimo, BC V9S 0A3, Canada
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Home is Best Caregiver Services
Nanaimo, BC6057 Doumont Rd Unit 129, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0G3, Canada
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41/ 100
Limited confidence
Provides: Home Care
A non-medical home care company in Nanaimo, BC that provides elderly care and childcare services, allowing clients… Read more
House of Harmony HomeCare & Clean
Nanaimo, BC1925 Bowen Rd #14, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W8, Canada
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Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Nanaimo, BC1801 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1G9, Canada
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241/ 100
Limited confidence
4.1(14 reviews)
“Amazing and attentive care aides who take time to bond with the patient. Had them working with my dad, and he absolutely loved them. His nurse in particular...”
Provides: Home Care, Respite Care, Palliative Care
A locally owned and operated home care provider in Nanaimo offering 24/7 senior and elder care services. They… Read more
Pacific Coast Health Services Nanaimo
Nanaimo, BC2349 E Wellington Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6V7, Canada
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41/ 100
Limited confidence
Provides: Home Care, Respite Care, Palliative Care
Home health care in Nanaimo, British Columbia, offering nursing, respite care, and personal support services.… Read more
How to choose home care in Nanaimo
Nanaimo families comparing home care have 10 agencies to weigh. Start with the level of care your parent needs now, and is likely to need next, then your budget, then shortlist by location within Nanaimo, current availability, and the services each agency offers.
Most Nanaimo agencies quote by enquiry rather than posting a rate, so plan to ask each one directly about pricing. In British Columbia, publicly subsidized assisted living and long-term care are arranged through your regional health authority (e.g. Fraser Health, Vancouver Coastal); private-pay residences are also widely available. Our when is it time to consider home care? guide breaks down what to expect and how families pay.
Before you commit, confirm licensing and standing, ask about inspections, staffing, and any waitlist, and reach out to book a tour. Our guide to choosing home care walks through the full checklist.
Our methodology
How we rank the Nanaimo home care above
We order every agency by our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from the signals families tell us matter most:
- A strong Google rating and a real volume of verified reviews
- Transparent, published pricing
- Documented care services and specialties
- Confirmed contact details, licensing, and independent verification
Where our information comes from
76
Google reviews
Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, so the feedback is from real clients and families across these 8 agencies, never written by us.
100-point
SCP Confidence Score
Our own 13-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order above. It answers one question: can you trust this agency?
How Nanaimo agencies are rated
Google star ratings across 8 home care.
- 4.5 and up6
- 4.0 to 4.41
- 3.5 to 3.90
- Under 3.51
Confidence Score range
How the 10 Nanaimo home care fall across our trust tiers.
- High0 communities
- Good0 communities
- Developing5 communities
- Limited5 communities
Table of contents
How much do home care cost in Nanaimo?
Most Nanaimo home care share pricing on request, since the final number depends on the level of care and the number of hours needed. Call anyagency below for a current quote.
Most home care in British Columbia are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, read our guide on when is it time to consider home care?.
In British Columbia, publicly subsidized assisted living and long-term care are arranged through your regional health authority (e.g. Fraser Health, Vancouver Coastal); private-pay residences are also widely available.
What families are saying about home care in Nanaimo
A 4.6 star average across 76 Google reviews of 8 home care. Here is a sample, straight from clients and families.
“We hired this care company on very short notice to provide support for close friends, and they exceeded our expectations in every way. From the beginning, they worked closely with us to ensure everything was organized, coordinated, and...”
“Amazing and attentive care aides who take time to bond with the patient. Had them working with my dad, and he absolutely loved them. His nurse in particular (Dallas) was amazing. The set up process is also easy and quick. Highly recommend.”
“We recently hired this caregivers company for 3 weeks and they did an exceptional job. The caregivers and it’s manager made us feel greatful and important. My husband felt confident about the care he received. The staff was very...”
“I can’t begin to express my gratitude to Melissa and her amazing staff. ALL OF THEM. from one end of the world to another. The compassionate care and experience these girls provide is by far the best care company we have had the pleasure...”
“From my first conversation with staff at JLF to having an incredible woman named Janet assigned to my mom and her partner. The experience couldn’t be have gone smoother. Everyone we have talked to took the time to learn about my mom and...”
“Excellent company from my first phone call. I was informed I would be contacted by Maureen in a timely manner. Everything was explained to me. My in home support was done by Cheryl who was extremely professional and helpful. I would highly...”
Home Care services and specialties in Nanaimo
Home care is delivered in your own home, so what sets Nanaimo agencies apart is the care they provide, not a building. Here is what local agencies actually offer, drawn from the services each one publishes, a good way to see what is standard locally and which agencies bring a genuine specialty like dementia, palliative, or live-in care.
Care services offered most often
Share of the 7 agencies that publish their services.
- Personal care57%
- Meal preparation43%
- Companionship29%
- Medication reminders29%
- Respite care29%
- Alzheimer's and dementia care14%
- Bathing and Personal Hygiene14%
- Companion care14%
- Companionship and social interaction14%
- Disability support14%
Frequently asked questions
- How much do home care cost in Nanaimo?
- Pricing for home care in Nanaimo varies by provider and care level, so contact each agency directly for current rates.
- How many home care are there in Nanaimo?
- Senior Care Path lists 10 home care in Nanaimo, British Columbia, each with a Confidence Score, reviews, and verified contact details so you can compare and reach out directly.
- How are the home care ranked?
- By our Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from real signals like reviews, pricing transparency, documented care services and specialties, and verification. The strongest, most complete listings rise to the top.
- How do I arrange home care or check availability?
- Use the Request info button on any listing to reach an advisor and the agency, or open a profile for services, availability, and hours before you arrange care.
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