Families in Coastal Volusia searching for specialty care are usually navigating a circumstance that falls outside everyday help. A new mother healing after childbirth needs one kind of support, while an adult recovering from major surgery needs another. A loved one who depends on a ventilator or feeding tube needs something else entirely. Every circumstance deserves attention to your family’s overall well being.
Preferred Care at Home of Coastal Volusia built a full range of specialty care services around these exact situations. We match families throughout Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach with caregivers trained for their individual needs.
Preferred Care at Home has helped families navigate a variety of specialty circumstances since 1984. Our Coastal Volusia office is locally owned by Doug and Suzette Gondera. Suzette brings decades of nursing expertise to every care plan, and that background shapes how we match caregivers to your specific situation.
As one of many Preferred Care at Home locations across the country, our office follows systems built over four decades. Every decision, though, is still made locally.
We employ experienced and trained caregivers, including CNA and HHA professionals, and every caregiver completes our 7-step screening process before stepping into your home. That commitment to excellence in caregiver screening is part of what makes us different, and we have dedicated ourselves to it since day one.
Specialty circumstances often mean a caregiver needs specific skills, not just general availability. That is why we are committed to matching each family with someone who has the right background and experience. This helps ensure your loved one gets exactly the support they need.
We want to be there for you, by your side, every step of the way.
Bringing a new baby home changes daily life, even when the birth goes well. Mommy Care pairs new mothers with caregivers who understand postpartum recovery. We offer hands on help with meals, light housekeeping, and newborn support, so you can rest and heal instead of managing everything alone.
Recovery after childbirth affects every family differently, and circumstances can shift week to week. Our caregivers adjust the plan as your needs change. That might mean extra help in the first few days, or ongoing support while you build a routine with your new baby.
Healing after surgery takes time, whether you are recovering from an acute injury or a planned procedure. The days right after a hospital discharge often feel harder than the procedure itself, with new instructions to follow and limited mobility to manage. Our caregivers provide assistance with mobility, daily tasks, and appointment scheduling, so you or your loved one can focus on getting stronger at home.
Many families feel like they need to provide comprehensive healthcare coordination on top of everything else after a hospital stay. We help carry some of that weight by handling the non-medical side of recovery, from picking up prescriptions and medicine to keeping errands in order. That includes appointments with your family medicine practice, primary care doctor, or specialists.
Some recovery plans also include weight management guidance or a pain routine set by your primary care doctor. We support that treatment plan in the background, preparing meals that follow your doctor’s guidance and helping you stay comfortable while your body heals.
Every surgery and every patient recovers on a different timeline. We build a plan around your specific circumstances, then adjust the level of support as your strength and independence return.
Living with a disability does not mean giving up independence. We provide assistance with daily activities, transportation to appointments, and genuine companionship tailored to each individual’s circumstances. That support helps elderly parents and younger adults alike remain in the home they love.
We understand that disability related needs can affect every family differently, and can range widely from one household to the next. Some clients need a few hours of help each week. Others need daily support built around specific conditions, and we build the plan to fit either circumstance.
Some circumstances call for a level of specialty care that many home care providers cannot offer. Our caregivers are trained to support clients who depend on a ventilator or feeding tube. They work alongside your medical team to keep daily routines safe and consistent at home.
Families facing these circumstances often feel like they have nowhere to turn for reliable, in-home support. We built this service so you have access to caregivers who understand the equipment, the routine, and the importance of getting every detail right.
Step 01
You call (386) 674-0046 and speak directly with our Coastal Volusia team.
Step 02
We schedule a visiting consultation at your home to understand your loved one’s specialty care needs and circumstances.
Step 03
We build a personalized plan around your family’s specific situation, working out every detail together and confirming the details before care begins.
Step 04
We match you with a caregiver trained for your exact circumstances.
Step 05
Your caregiver starts, and you get Transparency Room access to schedules, notes, and other information whenever you need it.
Coastal Volusia’s mix of year-round residents and seasonal families creates specific challenges around specialty circumstances.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
New mothers without family nearby
What It Looks Like
Seasonal residents and families new to Florida often lack local relatives to help after a birth, leaving new moms without support during recovery.
How We Help
Mommy Care caregivers step in with meal prep, newborn support, and light housekeeping so you are not recovering alone.
Challenge
Hospital discharge without a clear plan
What It Looks Like
Local hospitals send patients home with prescriptions, follow-up appointments, and recovery instructions that are easy to lose track of.
How We Help
Surgery Recovery Services help you follow through on every step, from mobility support to appointment coordination.
Challenge
Disability needs beyond typical home care hours
What It Looks Like
Some adults need more consistent daily support than a few hours a week can cover, especially with frequent appointments.
How We Help
Disability Support Services build a plan around your actual schedule, from a few hours weekly to daily visits.
Challenge
Limited local providers for ventilator or tube feeding care
What It Looks Like
Many home care agencies in Volusia County do not train caregivers for equipment dependent clients, leaving families to search further afield.
How We Help
Our caregivers receive specific training for ventilator and tube feeding cases, so you do not have to look outside the area.
Challenge
Tourist season scheduling conflicts
What It Looks Like
Snowbird season brings more traffic and unpredictable scheduling around Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach, complicating recovery timelines.
How We Help
We build flexible care schedules around the local calendar and adjust as your circumstances change.
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 families throughout Coastal Volusia and the surrounding communities, and we build every care plan around your specific address and circumstances. Many of these families first found us searching for specialty care Coastal Volusia providers could actually deliver on.
We Serve:
Don’t see your city? Contact our office and request a call. We likely still serve your area.
Specialty care covers situations that fall outside typical daily assistance. That includes care for new mothers, surgery recovery, disability support, and support for clients who depend on a ventilator or feeding tube. Personal care focuses on daily tasks like bathing and dressing, while specialty care addresses more specific circumstances that require additional training.
Medicare does not typically cover long-term, non-medical specialty care. Many families assume Medicare pays for ongoing help at home. In reality, Medicare generally covers home health services, like physical therapy ordered by a doctor, rather than non-medical support with daily routines. Preferred Care at Home helps Coastal Volusia families understand this difference so you can plan your budget accurately. We’re glad to explain what’s covered and what isn’t during your first call.
Yes. Medication management and reminders can be built into a specialty care plan, particularly for clients recovering from surgery or managing a chronic condition. Your caregiver helps track schedules and flags any concerns to your family and medical team, so nothing gets missed during a busy recovery.
Most families begin receiving care within days of their first call to our office. We schedule a home consultation promptly, and once we understand your circumstances, we build a care plan and match a caregiver quickly. Surgery recovery and postpartum situations often need to move fast, and our team is set up to respond.
We serve Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, Ormond Beach, DeLand, Deltona, and the surrounding Volusia County communities. If your city is not listed, give our office a call. We likely still serve your area.
We offer both. Some families need a caregiver for a few weeks while healing from surgery or childbirth. Others need ongoing support for a chronic condition or disability. Services are available from a few hours a week to full daily coverage, depending on your circumstances.
Caregivers assigned to ventilator or tube feeding cases receive specific training for those circumstances and work under the guidance of your medical team. We match these cases carefully, prioritizing experience and comfort with the equipment involved, so your family can trust the person in your home.
Specialty care is likely the better fit if your circumstances involve a specific medical situation. That could be recovery from surgery, a new baby, a disability, or dependence on equipment such as a ventilator or feeding tube. If you are unsure, give us a call. We will ask a few questions about your loved one’s needs and recommend the right combination of services.
