Elderly Caregiving in Singapore

Prices checked October 2026 against the published price lists of 526 contractors listed on Homees, MOM's 2025 wage data and Qanvast's 2026 report. How we price →

Key takeaways

• Home caregiving runs S$20–S$35/hour part-time; live-in and nursing-level care more.
• Check AIC subsidy eligibility — many families pay more than they need to.
• Look for trained, background-checked caregivers with proper agency support.
• Day care, home care and live-in are different products — match the need first.

Caring for ageing parents at home is Singapore's quiet challenge. Here's what caregiving support costs, the subsidies many families miss, and how to choose well. Full picture in our elderly care guide.

How to choose well

1. The key requirement. Look for trained, background-checked caregivers; check AIC subsidies eligibility for home care services.
2. Reviews with specifics beat star counts. Look for reviews that mention your exact need and how problems were handled.
3. Clear pricing only. Vague quotes are where surprises hide — get the full cost in writing.
4. Never pay fully upfront. Deposits and progressive payment protect you if things go wrong.

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What it should cost

Home caregiving runs S$20–S$35/hour part-time; live-in and nursing-level care more. AIC subsidies may apply. Compare providers on the Homees directory.

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FAQ

How much do elderly caregiver companies charge in Singapore? Home caregiving runs S$20–S$35/hour part-time; live-in and nursing-level care more. AIC subsidies may apply. Always compare 2–3 quotes.

How do I choose a good provider? Check real Google reviews and completed local work, note the key point (Look for trained, background-checked caregivers; check AIC subsidies eligibility for home care services), and get clear pricing before committing.

Is this list up to date? The shortlist is from our 2023 editorial round and is being re-verified for 2026. For the current vetted list with live contact details, use the Homees directory.

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Shortlist from Homees' 2023 editorial round, under re-verification for 2026. For the live, vetted directory, visit Homees contractors.

Elderly Caregivers in Singapore

Singapore is ageing fast - by 2030, 1 in 4 people here will be past retirement age. That'll make it nearly a million people, which is almost the double the current elderly population. Besides, the average life expectancy is likely to increase over the next few years. This means that society requires elderly caregivers more than ever to help cope with the considerable responsibilities in taking care of the elderly.

For some, their homes encapsulate a lifetime worth of memories that holds sentimental values to them. As such, they feel more at ease to age in their own homes. However, it is often difficult for children to become a full-time caregiver for these elderly as most of them are working adults or have their children to look after as well. This is where an elderly caregiver is tremendously helpful for homeowners.

Home Therapy Care

Professional therapists will provide therapy services for your loved ones at home. These include:

• Physiotherapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech and language therapy

More detail: read the full guide.