Your loved one’s home should feel like home, not a source of stress. Preferred Care at Home of Brevard helps older adults keep up with the daily tasks that become harder with age. From light housekeeping to meal preparation, we help them stay comfortable and cared for right where they are.
About 165,400 Brevard County residents are age 65 or older, making up roughly a quarter of the county’s population. More families across the Space Coast are searching for reliable in home care they can trust. We have been helping older adults stay comfortable and cared for at home since 1984.
Our Brevard team is locally based in Satellite Beach. When you call, you reach a real person who lives and works in this community, not a distant call center. Every caregiver on our team is screened through our 7-step process and matched to your family by personality, not just availability.
Home care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is our approach. We build a homemaker care plan around your loved one’s routines, their home, and what matters most to your family. We want to be there for you, by your side, every step of the way.
Every household has different needs, and our homemaker care services flex to match yours. Below are the core ways we help older adults in Brevard County stay comfortable in their own homes.
A cluttered or dusty home is often the first sign that everyday chores have become too much. Our caregivers handle light housekeeping, tidying, and general upkeep so your loved one’s home stays safe and comfortable without the burden falling on family members. This support helps prevent trip hazards and keeps daily living manageable.
This is not a cleaning service. It’s a steady hand with the everyday tasks that keep a home safe. Your loved one can focus on what brings them joy instead of worrying about the chores.
Skipping meals or eating less because shopping and cooking feel like too much effort is a common concern among older adults living alone. Our caregivers assist with meal planning, meal preparation, and grocery shopping at local stores, helping your loved one maintain proper nutrition and emotional well being. This is not just a chore checklist, it is a steady hand that keeps daily life on track.
Laundry and linen changes pile up quickly when mobility or energy becomes limited. Our caregivers handle laundry, linen changes, and home organization so clutter does not become a safety concern. We focus on the small tasks that, over time, make the biggest difference in comfort and independence.
Living on the Space Coast means preparing for hurricane season every year, and that can overwhelm an older adult living alone. Our caregivers help with storm supply errands, home organization ahead of severe weather, and general household safety checks. It’s one more way we offer peace of mind to family members during storm season.
Sometimes a family member needs help for just a short term, during recovery from a hospital visit or while a primary caregiver takes a break. We offer flexible scheduling for short term care, from a few hours a week to a recurring schedule. Every visit covers the same homemaker tasks your loved one already relies on.
Step 01
You call (321) 329-5300 and speak with our local Brevard County office.
Step 02
We visit your loved one’s home to understand their needs, routines, and personality.
Step 03
We build a personalized care plan around your loved one’s unique challenges, your family’s schedule, and what matters most to you.
Step 04
We match your loved one with a caregiver by personality, life experience, and background.
Step 05
Care starts, and we stay in touch through our Transparency Room portal and regular check-ins.
Brevard County’s older population and coastal geography create some unique challenges for families caring for elderly loved ones.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Large senior population across a long county
What It Looks Like
About 25% of Brevard County residents are 65 or older, and the county stretches across dozens of communities from Titusville to Palm Bay.
How We Help
We serve families throughout Brevard County with caregivers who live and work locally.
Challenge
Isolation and skipped chores
What It Looks Like
Days feel empty, and light housekeeping or meal prep falls behind when energy or mobility declines.
How We Help
Homemaker caregivers provide steady help with chores, meals, and errands on a consistent schedule.
Challenge
Hurricane season safety concerns
What It Looks Like
Storm prep, supply runs, and home organization ahead of severe weather can overwhelm an older adult living alone.
How We Help
Caregivers assist with storm readiness tasks and household safety checks each visit.
Challenge
Family caregiver burnout
What It Looks Like
Many working caregivers report high daily stress, and some reduce their work hours to manage caregiving duties.
How We Help
Short term and respite scheduling give family members real relief before burnout builds.
Challenge
Confusion between service types
What It Looks Like
Families often are not sure whether homemaker, personal, or home health care is the right fit for their loved one’s needs.
How We Help
We walk through your loved one’s daily living needs and recommend the right level of assistance.
Driven by Passion, Committed to Compassion
Fred spent years leading others, first in restaurants, then as a pastor, before watching a caregiver help his own father hold on to his independence late in life. That experience became a calling. He opened Preferred Care at Home of Brevard so families here would have someone who picks up the phone, listens to what they are going through, and helps them find the right answer — treating every family the way he would want his own family treated.
Taylor learned a simple lesson playing baseball all the way to the major leagues: no one wins alone. Every good outcome depends on the people who show up. He lives and works right here on Florida’s Space Coast, personally involved in the day-to-day of this office — matching experienced, trained caregivers, including CNA and HHA professionals, to the people we serve by personality.
We understand that families throughout Brevard County need reliable home care services close to home. We offer flexible scheduling from one hour to around the clock. If you are searching for homemaker care in Brevard or home health care services across the Space Coast, our team covers the county’s core communities.
Our mission has always centered on helping older adults age in place with dignity and independence, and that focus has stayed the same since 1984. In this community, that means a team that answers the phone and understands the concerns families bring to us. We treat every visit as a chance to ensure comfort for the residents we serve.
Homemaker care rates in Brevard County vary by hours and services needed. As of July 2026, the average starting rate for home care in nearby Melbourne is $24.11 per hour, about 11% above the Florida average. Your actual cost depends on private pay hours and the tasks included. We provide a free consultation and walk you through pricing before care begins.
Medicare generally does not cover non-medical homemaker services, since this type of care is considered private pay. Some families use long term care insurance, VA Aid and Attendance benefits, or the Florida Medicaid SMMC-LTC waiver program to help offset costs. We can help you understand what may apply to your family’s situation during your free consultation.
Homemaker care focuses on light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and errands. Personal care adds hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and mobility. Homemaker care is the right fit when your loved one needs help around the house but can still manage most daily living tasks independently. Personal care becomes necessary when physical assistance is needed. Many families start with homemaker care and add personal care later as needs change.
Most families begin receiving care within days of their first consultation. After your initial call, we schedule a home visit to understand your loved one’s needs and routines. Care can begin as soon as a caregiver match is confirmed. This holds true whether your loved one is recovering from a hospital stay or just needs help at home.
If your mother or father is skipping meals or letting laundry pile up, these are signs that homemaker care can help. Many family members notice these unique challenges after a hospital visit, a fall, or a health concern raised during a routine assessment. Homemaker care fills the gap when daily chores start to feel like too much.
Yes. Many families bring in homemaker support while a loved one recovers from surgery or a hospital stay. Energy for cooking, cleaning, and errands is often limited during this time. Our caregivers help maintain a safe, clean home during recovery, working alongside any home health or nursing visits your loved one’s provider has recommended.
Every caregiver on our team is screened through our 7-step process before ever visiting your loved one’s home. This includes background checks, reference verification, and personality matching. Our office maintains the licensing required to operate as a home care provider in Florida.
We offer flexible scheduling for short term needs, whether you need a few weeks of support during recovery or ongoing respite for a family caregiver. There is no long commitment required to get started, and your care plan can be adjusted as your loved one’s needs change.
