Right at Home in Wilmington, NC

Pros

• They rate Right at Home highly, noting that the care has exceeded their expectations.
• The staff at Right at Home are amazing, with Adrienne going above and beyond day after day.
• Katie helps families handle scams against loved ones, and her help is deeply appreciated.
• Right at Home has been amazing to families, going above and beyond to be there through life’s obstacles, and is highly recommended.
• They are pleased with the care their mother is receiving from the staff at Right at Home.
• Jennifer and her team know exactly how to care for patients and support families through making tough decisions.
• Every caregiver has been knowledgeable, kind, and caring.
• Right at Home provided timely help and helped maintain a caring, calming space during a loved one’s last days.
• The caregivers became like family, delivering dignity, compassion, and genuine kindness.

Cons

• They were not impressed by the numerous agencies they contacted before discovering Right at Home.
• They found accepting help to be more difficult than asking for it.
• They felt alone and overwhelmed in caregiving, as it was getting harder to handle on their own.

Review

Right at Home Wilmington is best suited for families seeking deeply personal, in-home senior care where the caregiver team feels more like a family extension than a service provider. This agency excels for loved ones who want to stay in their own home but require reliable daily living assistance, dementia or memory-care support, respite coverage for caregivers, and end-of-life care that emphasizes dignity and calm. The reviews repeatedly highlight a hands-on owner involvement, rapid turnaround, and a care team that is carefully matched to each client, with caregivers who are described as genuinely compassionate, patient, and capable of handling complex needs.

Those who may want to consider alternatives are families prioritizing a more traditional facility environment, with scheduled activities, on-site medical staff, and guaranteed 24/7 live-in coverage in a campus setting. If a structured social calendar, on-site therapy programs, or a larger network of medical resources beyond the home are non-negotiable, a facility-based assisted living or nursing home could be a better fit. Similarly, if cost considerations demand a lower-cost option or if a family prefers a nationally branded agency with standardized protocols, exploring other providers may be prudent. Right at Home’s strengths lie in tailored care and personal connection, which may not align with every service model.

The core strengths here revolve around people-first care that translates into measurable peace of mind for families. The owner’s approach consistently comes through in every story: Jennifer Selden’s leadership, hands-on nursing involvement, and a culture that treats caregiver placement as a serious and personal mission rather than a transaction. Caregivers like Adrienne and Morgan are frequently praised for going “above and beyond,” while the care team, including schedulers and support staff, is described as reliable, punctual, and deeply engaged. The ability to adapt quickly during changing health needs, to handle crisis moments with competence, and to integrate into the family routine reduces the stress typically associated with caregiving, and it shows in the feedback about sleep, routines, and daily functioning.

One potential caveat, drawn from the collection of experiences, is the inherent trade-off between home-care flexibility and the structured guarantees of a resident facility. In-home care cannot replicate every aspect of a campus environment, such as constant on-site medical oversight, full social programming, or guaranteed around-the-clock live-in coverage in the same way a retirement community can. Families should be mindful of how much supervision and activity programming they want their loved one to have, and ask explicit questions about live-in capabilities, overnight availability, and how staffing levels are maintained during holidays or peak times. The lone lower rating present among the reviews also signals that, while rare, expectations can diverge, so clarity on scope and service levels remains essential.

The positive impact of Right at Home Wilmington’s offerings hinges on how well pros are aligned with needs and how openly the agency communicates. The most compelling offset to potential drawbacks is the proven commitment to personalized care planning, rapid mobilization, and ongoing caregiver support. The owner’s responsiveness, the nurse’s involvement in evaluations, and the deliberate caregiver matching process collectively create a dependable ecosystem that reduces caregiver turnover worry and creates continuity for the client. The ability to handle urgent requests, provide temporary respite, and deliver care that feels like family support is a strong counterweight to the absence of a fixed facility schedule.

In practical terms, families should enter conversations with clear expectations: confirm the level of 24/7 availability or overnight coverage, verify the exact scope of services included (transportation, medication reminders, specialized dementia care, end-of-life support), and discuss upfront cost and billing practices. Ask about matching criteria, caregiver stability, and how the agency handles transitions when needs escalate or shift. For those who prize a warm, responsive, and highly personalized home-care experience, Right at Home Wilmington represents a top-tier choice. It offers a tested, compassionate model that consistently earns trust and delivers real reassurance to families navigating complex caregiving decisions.

Cafes

• Starbucks (0.6 miles)
• Port City Java (3.3 miles)
• Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods (4.7 miles)
• Cafe Koa (23.8 miles)

Restaurants

• Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House (0.7 miles)
• Okami Japanese Steakhouse (1.5 miles)
• Taco Bell (1.7 miles)
• McDonald's (1.9 miles)
• Goody Goody Omelet House (2 miles)
• Katy's Grill & Bar (2.1 miles)
• Double Happiness Restaurant (2.2 miles)

Parks

• Hugh MacRae Park (2.6 miles)
• Brunswick River Park (6.8 miles)
• Leland Westgate Park (8.9 miles)
• Annsdale Park (10 miles)

Transportation

• Wilmington International Airport (ILM) (3.2 miles)
• American Airlines (3.2 miles)

Physicians

• New Hanover Medical Group (4.1 miles)
• Coastal Neurosurgical Associates (4.3 miles)
• Wilmington Endocrinology (4.4 miles)
• Tinsley, Ellis, A, Jr, MD (4.4 miles)
• Wilmington Eye - Medical Center Drive (4.8 miles)
• New Hanover Medical Group (6.6 miles)
• Cape Fear Eye Institute OD PA (7.2 miles)

Pharmacies

• CVS Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
• Walgreens (4.8 miles)
• Seashore Discount Drugs (5.1 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (6.8 miles)
• Epic Pharmacies (7.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (7.8 miles)
• Walgreens (8 miles)

Theaters

• The Pointe 14 at Barclay (5.1 miles)
• Surf Cinemas (22.8 miles)

Hospitals

• Brunswick Novant Medical Center (22.4 miles)

Places of Worship

• Sacred Heart Catholic Church (22.4 miles)