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Home Instead

119 W 2nd St N

4.9(25 ratings)· Newton average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

What Families Think

Home Instead is an in-home health and hospice care service in Newton, Iowa, rather than a residential community. Families consistently praise individual caregivers by name for their compassion, patience, and reliability, particularly in supporting loved ones with dementia and helping them remain at home longer.

The Good

  • Caregivers described as compassionate and dependable by name
  • Flexible scheduling accommodates family needs
  • Experience supporting clients with dementia calmly
  • Helped a spouse remain at home longer
  • High overall satisfaction with 4.9 average rating

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Home Instead is a home care agency serving Newton, Iowa offering At-Home Care. Care is billed by the hour and no doctor's referral is needed. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 25 reviews.

About Home Instead

Home Instead is a home health and hospice care provider serving Newton, Iowa. The service brings trained caregivers into clients' homes to support aging adults and those with serious illnesses, allowing them to remain in their familiar surroundings while receiving professional care.

Families consistently praise the quality and continuity of caregivers, naming staff members like Daphne, Miranda, Jessica, Robin, and Becky as exemplars of compassionate, patient care. One family noted that caregivers "allowed my spouse to be at home so much longer, due to their care and availability." Relatives also value the company's flexibility with scheduling and the way caregivers build genuine relationships with clients, including those with dementia, often becoming trusted companions who make outings and daily activities more enjoyable. Responsiveness to family concerns and the personal touch each caregiver brings are recurring themes.

Home Instead holds a 4.9 out of 5 star rating based on 25 Google reviews, with families describing the service as meeting a "greatly needed" and "priceless" role in their caregiving journey.

Types of Care at Home Instead

At-Home Care

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Reviews of Home Instead

4.9overall · 25 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (25)

Robbin Eivins

Oct 2025

via Google

Absolutely fabulous care providers!! Couldn’t have asked for better service and care with Jessica, Robin, and Becky of course. The care providers excellent and allowed my spouse to be at home so much longer, due to their care and availability. Becky worked great with us and aided in our concerns in a timely fashion. Great service friendly and compassionate!

Carol Macksey

Oct 2025

via Google

Home Instead has been a priceless need for our peace of mind for our sister-in-law in Oskaloosa. Her caregiver is so kind and patient with her and deals with her dementia issues in a calm, quieting way. Although our loved one does not think she needs anyone to help her, she has finally become friends with her caregiver and enjoys her outings with her.

Liz Flores

Sep 2025

via Google

Marsha with Home Instead has been a great caregiver for my parents . We appreciate that she cares for them and they can depend on her .

Krista Van Wyngarden

Sep 2025

via Google

This company provides a wonderful service that is greatly needed. Every staff member I’ve met has been so kind and compassionate to my dad and his wife. They each have unique skills they bring to the table but he has enjoyed everyone.(especially those that play cards with him). We appreciate the flexibility with the schedule too!!

Silverado Jewelry

Aug 2025

via Google

Home Instead stepped in during a very crucial time for our family, and we are so grateful for their support. A special thank you to Daphne and Miranda for not only guiding us through so many transitions, but also keeping the scheduling running smoothly, which made such a difference for us. We’ve been blessed with some truly wonderful caregivers, and we will forever be thankful for their compassion and dedication. Tracy, Lorri, Glenda, Kim, and Gemma all went above and beyond in caring for our parents, and we are deeply appreciative.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Home Instead offer?

Home Instead offers At-Home Care.

Where is Home Instead located?

Home Instead is located at 119 W 2nd St N in Newton, Iowa.

What do families say about Home Instead?

Home Instead is an in-home health and hospice care service in Newton, Iowa, rather than a residential community. Families consistently praise individual caregivers by name for their compassion, patience, and reliability, particularly in supporting loved ones with dementia and helping them remain at home longer.

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