Being a family caregiver is one of the most demanding responsibilities you’ll ever take on. The daily stress and physical demands can leave you exhausted, and that guilt of needing a break weighs heavily. Preferred Care at Home offers compassionate respite care services that give you the temporary relief you deserve while ensuring your loved one receives excellent care.
Preferred Care at Home has been helping families age in place with dignity since 1984. We’ve built our reputation on providing reliable, compassionate respite care services that family caregivers throughout East Tennessee trust. Our caregivers serve Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City, and surrounding communities with the same dedication we’d show our own family members.
What sets us apart is our rigorous 7-step screening process for every caregiver and our commitment to personality matching, not just availability. When you need a break, you want peace of mind knowing your loved one is in caring hands with someone they genuinely connect with. Plus, our Transparency Room technology lets you monitor care remotely, offering real-time updates while you rest and recharge.
Our Companion and Homemaker Care services provide temporary relief for just a few hours when you need to run errands, attend appointments, or simply take time for yourself. A compassionate caregiver comes to your home, offering meaningful companionship and ensuring your loved one’s safety and well being while you’re away.
These respite care services include conversation and emotional support, light housekeeping, meal preparation to meet dietary needs, and assistance with daily activities in a comfortable environment. Our caregivers are trained to recognize the unique needs of each client, providing personalized care that maintains your loved one’s dignity and routine.
When you need consistent relief each day, our personal care services offer dedicated support for primary caregivers managing the ongoing demands of caregiving. A professional caregiver provides quality care for several hours daily, handling personal care needs like bathing assistance and mobility support, while you focus on work, handle other family responsibilities, or simply rest.
The emotional support and physical assistance our caregivers provide help reduce your stress while maintaining your mother, father, or spouse’s independence and safety at home. We recognize that caregiving shouldn’t mean sacrificing your own well-being, and our respite care services are designed to give you the resources you need to care for yourself, too.
For longer breaks, our 24 hour care and live-in care services provide around-the-clock supervision and companionship. Your loved one receives the best care possible in their own home while you take the time you need, knowing they’re safe with experienced caregivers who treat them with dignity and respect.
Extended respite care is ideal when family members need to travel out of state, when the demands of caregiving require significant recovery time, or when you simply deserve a genuine break from the daily responsibility. Our caregivers handle everything from meal preparation to personal care, maintaining the quality care your loved one needs and the peace of mind you deserve.
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 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.
Being a family caregiver means facing challenges that most people don’t see or understand. Here’s how our respite care services address the real struggles East Tennessee families experience every day.
Problem
Description
How We Help
Burnout for Caregivers
Description
The relentless demands of caregiving leave you exhausted, stressed, and unable to focus on your own health and well-being.
How We Help
Our respite care services provide the temporary relief you need to rest, recharge, and return to caregiving with renewed energy and patience.
Problem
Work-Life Balance
Description
Juggling caregiving with work responsibilities and other family demands creates overwhelming stress and guilt about never having enough time.
How We Help
Scheduled respite care gives you dedicated hours to focus on work, attend to children or other family members, and manage life’s other responsibilities without worry.
Problem
Social Isolation
Description
Being a primary caregiver often means missing time with friends, hobbies, and activities that once brought you joy and connection.
How We Help
Regular in-home respite care lets you maintain friendships, pursue interests, and participate in community life, while knowing your loved one is safe.
Problem
Health Concerns
Description
The physical demands and emotional stress of caregiving in East Tennessee can compromise your own health, but you feel you can’t take time for medical appointments or self-care.
How We Help
Our professional caregivers step in so you can attend doctor appointments, exercise, or rest, recognizing that your health matters too.
Problem
Extended Family Obligations
Description
When you need to travel for work, attend important events, or visit family out of state, you worry about who will provide quality care in your absence.
How We Help
Extended respite care services offer overnight and 24-hour support, allowing you to travel with peace of mind knowing your loved one is in experienced, caring hands.
Problem
Emergency Situations
Description
Unexpected circumstances such as your own illness, family emergencies, or urgent demands can leave you scrambling to find reliable temporary care on short notice.
How We Help
We offer flexible respite care with quick start times, providing the support you need when life throws unexpected challenges your way.
Our office staff lives and works in East Tennessee alongside the families we serve. When you call our Knoxville office, you reach neighbors who understand life in East TN.
We Serve:
Andersonville
Bearden
Cedar Bluff
Claxton
Clinton
Fountain City
Gatlinburg
Halls
Hardin Valley
Harriman
South Knoxville
Short-term respite for a few hours costs less than extended overnight or 24-hour care. We offer private pay options and work with you to create an affordable care plan that fits your budget. Contact us for a free consultation where we’ll discuss your specific needs and provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees or surprises.
We’ve been helping families since 1984, offering over 40 years of proven experience in home care. Unlike many providers, we carefully match caregivers to your loved one based on personality and experience, not just availability. Our proprietary 7-step screening process ensures every caregiver is thoroughly vetted, and our Transparency Room technology lets you monitor care remotely for peace of mind. Plus, we’re family-owned, not a corporate chain, which means we genuinely care about your family’s well-being.
Absolutely! Our respite care services are completely flexible, starting from just a few hours up to 24-hour live-in care. Whether you need two hours to run errands, a full day for work, or several days for a vacation, we’ll create a schedule that works for your life. Many family caregivers start with a few hours weekly and adjust based on their needs. There’s no minimum commitment. We’re here to support you however you need us.
We understand that when you need relief, you often need it quickly. In most cases, we can begin respite care services within 2-3 days of your initial consultation, and sometimes sooner for urgent situations. The timeline depends on matching the right caregiver to your loved one’s unique needs and ensuring they’re comfortable with the arrangement. We never rush the matching process because quality care and peace of mind are worth taking the time to get it right.
Needing a break doesn’t make you selfish. It makes you human. If you’re feeling exhausted, stressed, resentful, or noticing your own health declining, those are clear signs you need respite care. Caring for aging adults is one of the most demanding responsibilities, and taking time for yourself actually makes you a better caregiver. Quality respite care benefits everyone: you get the rest you deserve, and your loved one receives excellent care from a fresh, attentive professional caregiver.
Yes. Our commitment to families doesn’t end when your respite period is over. Many families discover that regular respite care becomes an essential part of their caregiving strategy, and we’re here to provide consistent support on whatever schedule works for you. We’re also available 24/7 if your care needs change or if you need to schedule additional respite services. Our team monitors every client’s well-being and stays in touch to ensure you and your loved one continue to receive the support you both deserve.
This is one of the most common concerns for elderly people and family members, and it’s completely understandable. That’s exactly why we focus on personality matching and take time to build trust before respite care begins. We introduce caregivers gradually when possible, starting with shorter visits so your loved one can get comfortable. Our compassionate caregivers are trained to respect your parent’s dignity and independence, and most seniors quickly appreciate the meaningful companionship and conversation. We’ve found that once that connection forms, families often want to continue respite care regularly.
Yes. Our professional caregivers are trained to work with adults who have various special needs, including dementia, Alzheimer’s, mobility limitations, and chronic health conditions. During your consultation, we’ll assess your loved one’s specific needs and match you with a caregiver who has relevant experience and training. Whether it’s medication reminders, assistance with transfers, or specialized dementia care techniques, we ensure your loved one receives the quality care they need while you take your much-needed break.
While many of our respite care services focus on elderly people, we also serve younger adults with disabilities who need assistance with daily living. The same principles apply: giving family caregivers temporary relief while providing compassionate, professional care to your loved one in the comfortable environment of home. We’ll work with you to understand the unique needs of your family member and create a personalized respite care plan that gives you peace of mind and them quality support.
Life happens, and plans change. If you need to extend your respite care, just give us a call. We’ll work with your assigned caregiver’s availability and, if needed, arrange seamless coverage with another member of our team. Our goal is to provide the flexibility you need so you never feel rushed to return before you’re ready. That peace of mind is what respite care is all about, knowing your loved one is safe and you can take the time you truly need.
