Too often, with age comes loneliness. Days feel long when a loved one lives alone, and the feeling that no one is checking in can creep in quietly. Preferred Care at Home of Coastal Volusia provides companion care throughout Daytona Beach and the surrounding Volusia County community. We pair your family member with a caregiver who genuinely wants to be there.
We understand that asking for help is not easy. Finding the right fit matters just as much as finding any caregiver at all. Preferred Care at Home of Coastal Volusia is locally owned. Every caregiver we send into your loved one’s home is matched by personality, not just availability.
Our 7-step screening process covers background checks, skills assessments, and a personality evaluation. That means the person who shows up for a visit is someone your family can trust. Families also get real-time access to schedules and caregiver notes through our Transparency Room. You always know how your loved one’s day went, even from a different state.
You can review your loved one’s account and check upcoming visits through that same portal. We also review each care plan regularly, so it keeps working as needs change. That kind of communication is one of the benefits families notice most.
Home care covers a wide range of support. From hands-on personal care to light housekeeping, companion care sits at the heart of that overview. It is built for seniors who are largely independent but would benefit from regular company, conversation, and someone to lean on for errands or appointments.
For families across Volusia County, that often means a caregiver who stops by a few times a week. They might share a meal, take a walk along the beach, or simply sit and talk. It is a lighter touch than personal care, but it can make a real difference in a loved one’s mood, safety, and sense of connection.
Companion care is built around conversation, connection, and genuine companionship. We provide companionship that helps clients maintain their independence and dignity, while assisting with the small things that fill a lonely day.
Many seniors in Daytona Beach spend long stretches of the day without anyone to talk to. Our caregivers bring genuine conversation, shared meals, and a familiar face into your loved one’s routine, week after week.
Getting to appointments or the grocery store becomes harder with age. Our caregivers provide transportation throughout Daytona Beach and Port Orange, so your loved one never has to go alone.
Staying engaged matters as much as staying safe. Our caregivers read together, take walks, and join in light activities that keep your loved one active.
For seniors who live alone or have lost a spouse, emotional support can matter more than any task on a checklist. Our caregivers provide safety reassurance during every visit and a steady, comforting presence for those working through loss or isolation.
If you want to learn more about how these options fit together, request a call. We will build the right level of assistance for your family.
Your companion care journey starts with a single phone call to our Beach Street office.
Step 01
You call (386) 674-0046 and speak with our local team about your loved one’s situation.
Step 02
We visit the home to understand your family member’s routines, interests, and preferences.
Step 03
We build a companion care plan around what actually brings your loved one comfort and connection.
Step 04
We match your loved one with a caregiver based on personality, life experience, and shared interests.
Step 05
Visits begin, and your family gets Transparency Room access to schedules and caregiver notes.
Loneliness does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like a parent who stopped calling as often, or one who eats less because cooking alone feels pointless. Other times it shows up as a home that quietly stops feeling lived in. The same routines repeat day after day, and fewer visitors come by.
Adult children living out of state often notice these changes only during a visit or a phone call that feels a little different than usual. Watch for these signs in Volusia County families we work with every day.
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Withdrawal from routines
Local Reality
Skipped meals, fewer calls, less interest in hobbies
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Regular visits bring conversation and structure back into the day
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Isolation after loss
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A spouse has passed, and the home feels empty
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Emotional support and companionship fill the quiet hours
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Family living far away
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Adult children in another state worry about daily check-ins
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Transparency Room updates give families peace of mind
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Reluctance to leave the house
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Missed appointments, fewer outings, less sunlight
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A caregiver accompanies your loved one to appointments and errands
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Safety worries at home alone
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Falls or near misses with no one present
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Safety reassurance during every scheduled visit
Driven by Passion, Committed to Compassion
When you’re trying to find someone you can truly trust to care for your loved one, you deserve more than a name on a website. You deserve someone who picks up the phone, listens to your concerns, and offers real guidance.
That’s exactly why Suzette Gondera, RN, and her husband Doug opened this home care company in Daytona Beach. It isn’t some big out-of-state business, it’s a family taking care of neighbors, built around family values, not sales quotas.
Doug and Suzette live and work right here in Daytona Beach, FL. When you call, you’re not reaching a corporate call center. You’re reaching neighbors who care about getting this right for your family, and we promise to be by your side, every step of the way.
We understand the needs of Daytona Beach seniors and families throughout Volusia County, from beachside neighborhoods to inland communities like DeLand. Allowing your family member to stay comfortable in the place they call home is what companion care is all about. That comfort comes from being surrounded by familiar things and people.
We Serve:
Our office serves Daytona Beach FL 32114 and the surrounding area directly, with additional coverage across Volusia County. Don’t see your city? Give us a call.
Companion care includes conversation, accompaniment to appointments and errands, light activity participation, and emotional support for seniors who live alone. It is not hands-on personal care like bathing or grooming. If your loved one’s needs grow beyond companionship, we also offer personal care services and can adjust the plan as those needs change.
Costs vary by hours and schedule, and Volusia County private-pay rates for companion care commonly fall in a similar range to other Central Florida markets. Give us a call to discuss your family’s needs and get an accurate estimate for your situation, since every care plan is different.
We are locally owned by Suzette Gondera, RN, and every caregiver is screened through our 7-step process and matched by personality rather than convenience. When you call our office, you reach a local team, not a distant call center, and your family gets real-time visibility through our Transparency Room.
Most families can begin receiving companion care within days of their first call to our Beach Street office. We schedule a home consultation promptly, build a care plan around your loved one’s needs, and match a caregiver as quickly as possible.
Companion care fits families whose loved one is mostly independent but needs social connection, safety reassurance, and help getting to appointments or errands. If bathing, dressing, or mobility have become difficult, personal care or homemaker care may be a better starting point. We can help you figure out the right fit during your first call.
Yes. Companion care can be scheduled for a few hours a week. It can also extend into evening and overnight visits, depending on your loved one’s day and night routines. Many families start small and adjust hours as needs change.
Yes. Our Coastal Volusia office serves Port Orange, Daytona Beach Shores, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, New Smyrna Beach, Deltona, DeLand, and surrounding communities. If you do not see your city listed, call our office to confirm coverage.
Call (386) 674-0046 and talk directly with our local team. You do not need a plan before you call. We start with a conversation about your loved one’s daily life. From there, we assess where companionship or additional support could help, and build a plan your family can adjust over time.
