When a loved one enters their final chapter, the thought of hospital stays or unfamiliar facilities can feel overwhelming. Families want their loved ones to spend their remaining time at home. Preferred Care at Home provides compassionate end of life care that honors dignity, comfort, and the simple gift of being home during life’s most sacred moments.
Preferred Care at Home has served families throughout South Florida since 1984, bringing over 40 years of experience. Our caregivers work closely with hospice care providers, physicians, and family members to ensure your loved one receives seamless support. We understand the emotional weight of this journey, and we’re committed to being by your side every step of the way.
What sets us apart is our focus on the whole person, not just physical comfort, but emotional and spiritual support too. Our caregivers are matched by personality and experience, creating genuine connections that bring peace during the final days. We provide respite care so family caregivers can rest, knowing their loved one is in trusted hands.
Personal care during end of life focuses on dignity and physical comfort for those facing chronic conditions or terminal illness. In Boca Raton’s warm climate, maintaining daily hygiene and comfort becomes even more important. Our caregivers provide gentle assistance with bathing, dressing, and managing discomfort with compassion and respect.
We understand that pain management, medication reminders, and symptom relief require both skill and sensitivity. Our team coordinates with your hospice care team to ensure personalized care plans are followed precisely. You can focus on quality time with your loved one while we handle the physical care needs.
The final days bring a mix of emotions—grief, anxiety, loneliness, and the need for companionship. Our caregivers provide emotional support through quiet presence, meaningful conversation, and simply being there. We recognize that spiritual support matters deeply during this time, and we respect each family’s beliefs and traditions.
Family members often carry stress and exhaustion during end of life care. Our Companion and Homemaker Care approach brings comfort not just to your loved one, but to the entire family. We create space for families to be present without the burden of constant caregiving responsibilities.
Family caregivers often push themselves to exhaustion, believing they must provide every moment of care. That’s not sustainable, and it’s not what your loved one wants for you. Our respite care services give you permission to rest, run errands, or simply step away knowing your loved one is safe and cared for.
Whether you need a few hours or 24-hour care, we provide the same level of compassionate attention you would. This isn’t about replacing family. It’s about supporting you so you can remain present for the moments that matter most. You deserve rest and peace of mind during this difficult journey.
Nutrition and comfort go hand in hand during end of life care. Our caregivers prepare meals that match your loved one’s preferences and medical needs, whether that means soft foods, favorite comfort dishes, or simply ensuring hydration. Small acts like meal preparation show love when words feel inadequate.
We also assist with light housekeeping, running errands, and maintaining a peaceful, comfortable environment. Your loved one’s home should feel like a sanctuary, not a burden. We handle the practical details so families can focus on being present together.
End of life care works best when everyone communicates. Our caregivers work closely with hospice care services, home health aides, and medical professionals to ensure seamless support. We follow the care plan, document changes, and keep family members informed every step of the way.
This coordination means fewer gaps in care and less confusion during an already overwhelming time. Our team protects your loved one’s well-being by staying connected with the broader care team. You don’t have to be the intermediary. We handle that communication with professionalism and compassion.
We take a thoughtful, personalized approach to ensure your loved one receives the care they deserve.
Step 01
Free phone consultation to answer your questions with no obligation.
Step 02
We meet in your home to understand your unique needs and routines.
Step 03
Creating a personalized plan addressing specific dementia needs.
Step 04
Selecting caregivers whose personality aligns with your loved one’s.
Step 05
Regular check-ins and access to our Transparency Room portal.
Families face unique challenges when providing end of life in home care in Boca Raton. Some stem from our local environment, while others are universal concerns that every family navigates during this difficult time.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Managing Florida’s Heat and Humidity
What It Looks Like
Boca Raton’s tropical climate creates discomfort for patients with chronic conditions, making temperature regulation and hydration critical for comfort and safety.
How We Help
Our caregivers monitor hydration, manage air conditioning, and provide cooling measures to keep your loved one comfortable despite the heat.
Challenge
Coordinating Multiple Providers
What It Looks Like
Families often juggle hospice teams, home health aides, medical equipment companies, and family schedules, creating stress during an already overwhelming time.
How We Help
We work closely with all providers, serving as a communication hub so you don’t have to manage every detail yourself.
Challenge
24-Hour Care Affordability
What It Looks Like
The cost of around-the-clock professional care feels out of reach for many Boca Raton families, yet leaving loved ones alone overnight creates anxiety.
How We Help
Our live-in care provides 24-hour presence at more affordable rates than hourly care, bringing peace of mind without financial strain.
Challenge
Family Caregiver Burnout
What It Looks Like
Adult children and spouses push themselves past exhaustion, believing they must provide every moment of care, leading to physical illness and emotional breakdown.
How We Help
Respite care gives family caregivers permission to rest, knowing their loved one receives compassionate attention from experienced professionals.
Challenge
Managing Pain and Symptoms
What It Looks Like
Families feel helpless watching loved ones experience discomfort, anxiety, or pain, especially when medication schedules are complex or symptoms change rapidly.
How We Help
Our caregivers provide medication reminders, monitor symptoms, and communicate changes to hospice teams promptly for pain relief adjustments.
Challenge
Emotional Support During Grief
What It Looks Like
The loneliness and emotional weight of watching someone you love decline creates profound stress, yet many family members feel guilty taking time for their own emotional needs.
How We Help
We provide emotional support and companionship for both patients and families, creating space for grief while offering a compassionate presence through difficult moments.
Our team lives and works in Boca Raton communities alongside the families we serve. When you call, you reach neighbors who understand Boca Raton.
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Cost depends on the level of care needed, from a few hours of respite support to 24-hour live-in services. Hourly companion and homemaker care typically costs less than comprehensive personal care services. We provide free consultations to discuss your specific situation and create transparent pricing based on your loved one’s needs, making quality end of life care accessible and affordable for Boca Raton families.
We’ve served South Florida families since 1984 with over 40 years of continuous founder involvement. This isn’t corporate care, it’s a family-run organization that understands what matters. Our caregivers are matched by personality, not just availability, creating genuine connections during life’s most sacred moments. Plus, our focus on affordable quality means you don’t have to choose between compassionate care and financial stability.
Hospice care focuses on comfort when curative treatment has stopped, typically when life expectancy is six months or less. Palliative care can begin at any stage of serious illness and works alongside treatments to manage pain and symptoms. We work closely with both hospice care services and palliative care teams, providing the daily support, emotional comfort, and personal care that complements medical oversight.
We can typically begin services within 24-48 hours of your initial call, sometimes even sooner in urgent situations. The timeline depends on scheduling your consultation, completing the in-home assessment, and matching the right caregiver. When families in Boca Raton need immediate support, we prioritize quick placement while still ensuring quality and compatibility. Seasonal demand in South Florida can affect availability, but we maintain staffing to meet urgent needs.
If your loved one has entered hospice, struggles with daily tasks like bathing or meal preparation, or if family caregivers feel exhausted and overwhelmed, it’s time to consider professional support. Signs include difficulty managing chronic conditions, increased pain or discomfort, hospital stays becoming more frequent, or simply wanting more quality time together without the burden of constant caregiving responsibilities. An assessment helps determine the right level of care.
Yes. We understand grief doesn’t end when care ends. Our team remains available to support your family through the transition, offering resources, guidance, and a compassionate ear as you navigate loss. We’ve walked this journey with hundreds of Boca Raton families, and we’re committed to being there for you even after services conclude. Your family becomes part of ours during this sacred time.
Absolutely. Spiritual support is deeply personal, and our caregivers respect each family’s beliefs and traditions. Whether that means facilitating visits from clergy, reading religious texts, playing meaningful music, or simply being present for prayer, we honor what brings comfort. Our caregivers understand the final days hold profound spiritual significance, and we create space for whatever your loved one finds meaningful.
Our team adjusts care plans immediately when needs change, whether that means increased symptom management, more hands-on assistance, or transitioning to 24-hour support. We work closely with hospice teams and family members to respond quickly. You can reach us 24/7 for urgent concerns, and we maintain flexibility to increase or decrease services as your loved one’s condition evolves. You’re never stuck with an inflexible care plan.
Caregivers trained in dementia care provide constant supervision, preventing wandering and managing anxiety or confusion with gentle redirection. We create familiar routines, use calming techniques, and protect your loved one from harm while maintaining their dignity. Safety includes both physical protection and emotional security, ensuring seniors with dementia remain comfortable and respected through their final days.
We prioritize caregiver consistency because relationships matter deeply during this time. You’ll typically have one primary caregiver, with a backup for days off to ensure continuity. Unlike agencies that rotate staff constantly, we understand that trust and familiarity bring peace to both patients and families. Your caregiver becomes a trusted companion who knows your loved one’s preferences, routines, and needs, bringing consistency when everything else feels uncertain.
