Special Touch Home Care

    92-12 147th Pl 2nd Floor, Queens, NY 11435

    Professional compassionate reliable home care

    I've used this agency for years and have been very satisfied - the caregivers are professional, kind, well-trained and punctual, and the office communicates clearly and coordinates care smoothly. Their staff are reliable, responsive and genuinely compassionate, which made a real difference for my family. I highly recommend them; there's always room for small improvements, but overall the support has been outstanding.

    Loved one of client
    May 2026

    Services

    • Home Health Care

    Reviews

    4.53·(86)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Caregivers

      5.0
    • Communication

      4.2
    • Reliability

      5.0
    • Scheduling

      4.7
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • compassionate, attentive caregivers
    • clear and responsive communication
    • reliable shift coverage
    • flexible scheduling and availability
    • well-coordinated care planning
    • well-trained staff and ongoing training
    • punctual and prepared caregivers
    • supportive management and workplace environment
    • personalized, above-and-beyond support
    • helpful intake and informational resources (including free classes)
    • long-term client satisfaction and strong recommendations

    Cons

    • Language and cultural inclusivity gaps, including allegations of service refusals based on language or ethnicity
    • Inconsistent office-level communication and administrative responsiveness
    • Occasional unprofessional front-desk or reception interactions

    Summary of reviews

    The dominant themes across these summaries are positive: families and employees consistently highlight compassionate, attentive caregivers who are punctual and well trained. Review content emphasizes reliable shift coverage, flexible scheduling, and a team-oriented approach to care planning. Several summaries describe caregivers who go “above and beyond,” and many writers express long-term satisfaction and willingness to recommend the agency. Training and professional development are also noted as strengths, both for caregiver skill growth and for perceived quality of care.

    Communication is presented as a strong point in many accounts: reviewers describe clear, timely responses, helpful intake calls, and coordinated planning between families and staff. At the same time, a number of comments point to inconsistent administrative communication. These concerns cluster around front-desk interactions and responsiveness from office staff; one summary characterizes the receptionist as rude and another describes poor office communication. For prospective clients this suggests that caregiver-to-client communication is generally good, while office-level coordination and the single point of contact experience may vary.

    Reliability and scheduling flexibility are frequently praised: reviewers mention consistent coverage, constant availability, and adaptable hours. This aligns with the repeated statement that the agency is a good place to work and to receive care, indicating operational stability that supports both clients and employees. Value perceptions are positive overall — many families report gratitude for support and describe services as professional and helpful. The availability of informational resources and free classes is cited as a useful adjunct to direct care.

    A serious pattern-level concern arises from allegations tied to language and ethnicity. Some summaries allege discriminatory service refusals and restrictive policies that affect non-English-speaking clients; these are significant and distinct from routine administrative issues. While the bulk of feedback is favorable about caregiver conduct and management, these allegations create reputational and access questions that warrant direct inquiry by prospective clients and referral sources.

    In practice, families considering this agency should weigh the generally strong caregiver quality, training, and scheduling flexibility against two operational cautions: verify the agency’s language- and culture-related policies and confirm a reliable office point of contact for scheduling and escalation. Asking for written non-discrimination policies, the availability of bilingual staff, and a designated on-call administrator will help clarify whether the agency’s strengths align with a particular family’s needs. Overall, the pattern is one of broadly positive caregiving with a few notable administrative and inclusivity concerns that deserve attention during intake and contracting.

    Location

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    Special Touch Home Care is located at 92-12 147th Pl 2nd Floor, Queens, NY 11435.

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