Handy Helping Services is a senior community in Little Neck, NY.
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246-50 57th Drive, Little Neck, NY 11362
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.8 from 38 reviews
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Overall Review of Handy Helping Services
common26 reviews mention this
Technicians are professional and courteous
Residents describe technicians as professional, friendly, and easy to work with.
Across many reviews, residents highlight professionalism and courtesy, including technicians who explain details clearly, arrive on time, and treat the home respectfully. Several also mention strong communication through calls, texts, and keeping customers posted on arrival. Even when scheduling required reschedules, reviewers still describe the technician as responsive and cooperative.
common22 reviews mention this
Work quality and attention to detail
Reviews frequently point to high-quality workmanship and careful finish work.
Many reviewers praise workmanship for being thorough, efficient, and done to a high standard, from repairs and installations to remodeling tasks. Multiple reviews call out attention to detail and correctness—finishing jobs properly, matching finishes, and making sure projects are secure. Cleanup is also a recurring point, with at least one reviewer specifically noting the technician vacuumed up dust after an AC replacement.
common16 reviews mention this
Fast scheduling and quick turnaround
Residents describe fast scheduling and quick completion once the technician arrives.
Several reviews emphasize responsiveness, including prompt returning calls and making appointments available even when the schedule was tight. Reviewers also describe quick completion for a range of tasks, including same-day or next-day help for smaller repairs. In multiple cases, the technician was able to finish the job in just a couple of hours or handle work that turned out more complex than expected.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Good value with occasional overcharging
Pricing is usually described as reasonable, though a few reviews warn about overcharges.
Most reviews describe the service as affordable or good value, including comments that pricing was very good or quite reasonable for the work completed. However, one low rating alleges overcharging for simple jobs, and another complaint describes rushing and not following the contract, which was later corrected after speaking with a manager. Taken together, the pricing experience sounds mostly positive, with rare but notable exceptions.
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Features
Transportation
LaGuardia (7 miles away)
John F Kennedy International (8 miles away)
Westchester Cty (21 miles away)
Newark International (23 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Little Neck, New York offers convenient access to multiple pharmacies, transportation options including several LIRR stations, and top-rated hospitals such as the Division of Vascular/Interventional Radiology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Residents can enjoy dining at various fast food chains and upscale restaurants, as well as taking leisurely strolls in nearby parks like Alley Pond Park and Cunningham Park. There are also cafes like Starbucks for socializing with friends or enjoying a cup of coffee. Additionally, there are reputable physicians' offices in the vicinity for medical needs. For entertainment, seniors can catch a movie at AMC Fresh Meadows 7 or explore places of worship like St Luke's Episcopal Church or the Community Church of East Williston. With its diverse amenities and services, this part of Little Neck provides a well-rounded environment for senior living.
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Transportation
LIRR - Little Neck Station (1.3 miles)
LIRR - Floral Park Station (2.7 miles)
LIRR New Hyde Park Station (3.2 miles)
LIRR - Manhasset Station (3.3 miles)
MTA - Sutphin Boulevard Subway Station (5.5 miles)
LIRR - Jay / Hall Tower (5.5 miles)
LIRR - Jamaica Station (5.5 miles)
Hospitals
Division of Vascular/Interventional Radiology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center (1.3 miles)
St Francis Hospital (4.7 miles)
Winthrop University Hospital New Life Center (4.9 miles)
Winthrop University Hospital (4.9 miles)
Restaurants
Burger King (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (2.4 miles)
Taco Bell (3.1 miles)
White Castle (3.6 miles)
Toku Modern Asian (4.2 miles)
Hendrick's Tavern (5.3 miles)
Grand Lux Cafe (6.3 miles)
Parks
Alley Pond Park (1.4 miles)
Cunningham Park (2.6 miles)
Allenwood Park (2.7 miles)
Flushing Meadows Corona Park (5.9 miles)
Forest Park (6.9 miles)
Hempstead Lake State Park (7.1 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Starbucks (2.4 miles)
Starbucks (7.4 miles)
Physicians
2 Pro Health Plaza (2.2 miles)
North Shore Gastroenterology Associates PC (2.9 miles)
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