NEW YORK, New York - As Older Americans Month and Mother’s Day align this May, Touching Hearts NYC redefines the standard of senior in-home care across New York City. Their 24-hour in-home care services go beyond basic needs, blending practical support with heartfelt companionship into every visit to ensure seniors feel genuinely valued as they age. In a city where 1 in 4 seniors experiences loneliness - and 30% live alone, according to The NYC Aging Department - Touching Hearts NYC demonstrates how senior in-home care transforms isolation into meaningful connection while honoring each senior's unique legacy.
The most powerful moments in Touching Hearts NYC’s Manhattan 24-hour care often occur between tasks: a retired schoolteacher sharing stories of 1960s Greenwich Village while her caregiver prepares tea or a former Broadway costume designer teaching stitching techniques during mending sessions. These are not just routine activities - they’re exchanges of legacy, proving that aging doesn’t diminish wisdom, only the opportunities to share it.
"It's not just about being alone," says Craig Sendach, Owner of Touching Hearts NYC. "It’s the crushing feeling that no one remembers what you’ve contributed. Our work begins by helping seniors rediscover their voice through genuine human connection."
According to the NYC Department of Health's report, 30% of seniors report mobility difficulties, while Mount Sinai Health System data shows that 37% of seniors discharged from hospitals required home care support. For Manhattan seniors recovering from surgery or managing chronic mobility issues, everyday tasks can become overwhelming. Many feel anxiety about losing their independence and struggle with isolation during a lengthy recovery.
In response, Touching Hearts NYC offers specialized 24-hour in-home care to support both recovery and emotional well-being. Professionally trained caregivers assist with daily activities while fostering an environment that promotes healing and independence. Specialized home care services include personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation - all customized to each client’s recovery needs.
“Recovery isn’t just about physical healing - it's about maintaining hope and dignity,” explains Sendach. “Our caregivers are trained to recognize both visible and invisible challenges, whether it's modifying a favorite chair for easier transfers or being present during those quiet, lonely hours.”
Touching Hearts NYC's award-winning Manhattan companion care services go beyond basic needs by helping seniors stay cognitively engaged through meaningful conversation and activities while providing respite for family members.
"Having a caregiver who understood my mother’s need to maintain her morning routine, even after hip surgery, made all the difference in her recovery," shared Susan F., a Manhattan family member. "It wasn’t just about the physical help - it was about preserving her sense of self during a vulnerable time."
Touching Hearts NYC also provides ongoing in-home meal preparation and mobility support, helping seniors maintain independence and quality of life. Caregivers work closely with clients and families to adjust care plans as needs evolve. Their meal prep service often bridges generations, with caregivers learning to make traditional dishes that bring comfort and preserve cultural memories.
For Manhattan seniors considering in-home care, the evidence is compelling. NYU Langone research demonstrates that professional in-home care reduces fall-related hospitalizations by 38%, while Memorial Sloan Kettering studies show a 57% improvement in recovery nutrition through personalized meal support. Beyond physical health, 82% of NYC families report significantly reduced stress when partnering with home care professionals (AARP, 2023). These aren’t just statistics - they represent what New Yorkers can expect: safer independence, optimized well-being, and preserved dignity in the comfort of home.
This May, as New York celebrates Older Americans Month and Mother’s Day, Touching Hearts NYC is redefining what exceptional in-home care means. It’s found in the patience to listen when memories surface unpredictably, in the flexibility to honor decades-old routines, and in the quiet understanding that 24-hour in-home care doesn’t just tend to the body - it nourishes the soul. For seniors sharing their stories and caregivers privileged to hear them, they write another line in the city’s living history every day - one teacup, one handwritten recipe, and one subway stop at a time.
To learn more about how Touching Hearts NYC honors Manhattan seniors' independence while providing 24-hour in-home care, visit https://www.touchinghearts.com/nyc.
About Touching Hearts at Home NYC Area
Touching Hearts at Home NYC offers in-home care to aging adults, seniors, and individuals living with medical conditions and disabilities at rates considerably more affordable than care outside the home. The agency is known for Non-Medical Home Care, Companionship and Homemaker services in New York City’s Manhattan, Brooklyn, Westchester, Queens, and Rockland areas. Its focus is on providing person-centered care to help those in need remain in their home, maintain the lifestyle they choose, and feel confident they will be treated with the respect and kindness they deserve.
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Media Contact
Name
Touching Hearts at Home NYC Area
Contact name
Craig Sendach
Contact phone
(212) 201-6139
Contact address
733 3rd Avenue Floor 16
City
New York
State
NY
Zip
10017
Country
United States
Url
https://www.touchinghearts.com/nyc/
