Home Care in
Longwood
Longwood is a South Bronx neighborhood sitting between Hunts Point and Morrisania, sharing many of the same demographic and public health characteristics as its neighbors. The community falls within the Hunts Point-Longwood portion of the South Bronx's asthma corridor, with elevated rates of emergency asthma hospitalizations among children and adults. The neighborhood is predominantly Hispanic, with a large working-class and elderly population — many living in NYCHA developments and aging private apartment buildings. BronxCare Health System and Lincoln Hospital serve as the primary hospital resources. Longwood has been consistently designated as part of a Medicaid Health Professional Shortage Area in the South Bronx, meaning the gap between the population's care needs and available providers is significant. Good Care Agency fills part of that gap with bilingual, licensed in-home care that brings professional support directly to Longwood families.
Bronx Office
391 East 149th St, Suite 205ABronx, NY 10455
Office Hours
Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat – Sun Closed
After-hours support available by phone
We Speak Your Language
Our Longwood team speaks English, Spanish — so your family gets help in the language you're most comfortable with.
Longwood is served by the 2 and 5 trains at Intervale and Freeman Street stations. The neighborhood contains significant NYCHA housing stock along Southern Boulevard and the surrounding blocks. Many Longwood residents have limited transportation options, making in-home care not just preferred but often the only realistic option for ongoing professional health support.
Serving Longwood zip codes: 10459, 10474
Need home care in Longwood?
Our team is ready to help — call or start online today.
Home Care Services in Longwood
Licensed home care services for Longwood families — all covered by Medicaid.
HHA / PCA Care in Longwood
Certified HHA and PCA aides in Longwood providing bilingual personal care, bathing, dressing, and daily household support — including clients in NYCHA buildings.
Learn more →Social Work in Longwood
Our bilingual social workers help Longwood families connect to Medicaid, SNAP, housing resources, and South Bronx community health organizations.
Learn more →Nursing at Home in Longwood
Skilled nursing for Longwood clients managing asthma, diabetes, hypertension, or post-hospital recovery — in a community where these conditions are especially prevalent.
Learn more →Intake & Enrollment in Longwood
English and Spanish intake for Longwood families — we manage Medicaid paperwork, coordinate with BronxCare or Lincoln discharge teams, and get care started without delay.
Learn more →Physical Therapy in Longwood
In-home physical therapy for Longwood seniors recovering from falls, surgery, or stroke — including clients in NYCHA buildings where outpatient access is limited.
Learn more →Speech Therapy in Longwood
Speech therapy for Longwood clients with stroke-related or neurological communication and swallowing difficulties.
Learn more →Trusted Home Care
for Longwood Families
Since 2011, Good Care Agency has helped thousands of families across New York City access quality in-home care. Our Bronx office serves Longwood with the same compassionate, professional service your family deserves.
- Licensed LHCSA — regulated by NY State Department of Health
- Joint Commission accredited for quality care
- BBB Accredited Business
- Medicaid and Medicare accepted
- Available 24/7 for urgent care needs
- English, Spanish-speaking staff serving Longwood
Home Care in Longwood — FAQ
Does Good Care Agency serve Longwood in the Bronx?
Yes — we serve all of Longwood (zip codes 10459, 10474) with Medicaid home care including HHA, PCA, nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, and social work.
Can you provide home care for a client in a NYCHA building in Longwood?
Yes. We serve clients throughout Longwood including in NYCHA developments. Our team is experienced with building access protocols and coordinating care in public housing. Medicaid covers our services regardless of housing type.
My father has diabetes and just got out of the hospital. How do I get home care started in Longwood?
Call 718-635-3535 right away. We will contact BronxCare or Lincoln's discharge coordinator if needed, verify Medicaid coverage, and set up a clinical assessment as quickly as possible. We prioritize post-discharge cases to minimize gaps in care.
Get Home Care in Longwood Today
Call us or start online — we'll take care of everything from there.
