Recovery after surgery is hard enough without worrying about managing everything alone. In Nashville, where navigating follow-up appointments and daily tasks can feel overwhelming, Preferred Care at Home provides compassionate post-surgery care that supports healthy recovery in the comfort of your own home. We’ve been helping families through transitions like this since 1984, and we understand what you need most right now: peace of mind.
Preferred Care at Home has been helping seniors and adults recover after surgery since 1984. Our dedicated caregivers understand the unique needs of post-surgical patients in Knoxville, Oak Ridge, and throughout East Tennessee. We’ve built a reputation for providing reliable, compassionate support that helps clients heal safely and regain strength in their own homes.
What sets us apart is our rigorous 7-step screening process for every caregiver and our commitment to personality matching. We match you with compassionate professionals who understand your specific needs and recovery goals. Plus, our proprietary Transparency Room technology gives family members real-time updates, task completion tracking, and peace of mind when they can’t be there in person.
Our personal care services provide hands-on assistance with daily activities while you recover from surgery. This personalized attention helps you maintain dignity and independence during those crucial days after your hospital stay. Proper surgical recovery includes feeling comfortable and cared for while your body does its work.
Our caregivers assist with bathing, dressing, mobility support, and personal hygiene, all while monitoring your progress and communicating with family members. Whether you’re recovering from orthopedic surgery, cardiac procedures, or cancer treatment, we provide the extra support you need to rest, heal, and regain strength without the stress of managing everything alone.
Post-surgery medication schedules can be complex and confusing. Our caregivers provide reliable medication management, ensuring you take the right medications at the right times while watching for any concerning side effects. This level of professional oversight significantly reduces the risk of hospital readmission during those critical first weeks after your medical procedure.
Beyond medications, our caregivers monitor vital signs, watch for signs of infection or complications, and maintain clear communication with your healthcare providers. This proactive approach gives your family peace of mind and helps catch potential issues before they become serious, allowing you to focus entirely on healing and recovery.
When you’re focused on healing, household chores shouldn’t add to your stress. Our homemaker care services handle light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and laundry so your home remains clean, comfortable, and safe during recovery.
We also provide transportation to follow-up appointments, help with running errands, and ensure your dietary needs are met through nutritious meal planning. This comprehensive home support creates the ideal environment for recovery while keeping you connected to your medical care team throughout the healing process.
Surgery recovery can feel isolating, especially if family caregivers can’t be with you during the day. Our Companion and Homemaker Care services provide meaningful social interaction, conversation, and emotional support throughout your recovery journey. In East Tennessee communities, we’ve seen how companionship accelerates healing and improves overall well-being during post-surgical recovery.
Your caregiver becomes a trusted presence, someone to talk with, share meals with, and rely on for reassurance during difficult moments. This emotional support is just as vital as physical assistance, helping you maintain a positive outlook and the motivation to follow your recovery plan. We’re there by your side, every step of the way.
For patients with complex medical needs or those recovering from major surgery, our live-in care services provide around-the-clock supervision and support. A dedicated caregiver remains in your home, providing continuous personal care and immediate response to any needs or concerns.
Live-in care offers exceptional value for post-surgical patients who need more than a few hours of daily assistance. Your caregiver handles overnight needs, early morning medications, and all daily activities, creating 24-hour peace of mind at a cost significantly more affordable than most people imagine.
Our specialized transition care services bridge the gap between hospital discharge and full recovery. This evidence-based program combines four key components designed to prevent hospital readmission: medication management, appointment coordination, chronic condition monitoring, and communication with your healthcare providers.
Post-hospital care is about having all the support you need to follow complex instructions, manage medications, attend follow-up appointments, and watch for warning signs. Our transition care gives you a dedicated professional to guide, encourage, and empower you through those crucial first weeks at home.
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.
Post-surgery recovery at home can feel overwhelming when you’re facing these challenges alone. Here are the most common obstacles East Tennessee families encounter and how we help you overcome them.
Challenge
Description
How We Help
Faster Recovery at Home
What It Looks Like
Patients who recover in familiar surroundings often heal faster and experience less anxiety than those in unfamiliar care facilities. The comfort of your own home, surrounded by personal belongings and memories, creates an ideal healing environment.
How We Help
We provide all the support you need to recover safely at home, allowing you to heal in the place where you feel most comfortable and secure.
Challenge
Lower Risk of Hospital Readmission
What It Looks Like
The first few weeks after surgery are critical. Without proper support, medication errors, missed follow-up appointments, and unnoticed complications can lead to dangerous hospital readmissions.
How We Help
Our transition care program specifically targets the four main causes of readmission: medication mistakes, missed appointments, poor chronic condition management, and lack of communication with healthcare providers. We address all four proactively.
Challenge
Personalized One-on-One Attention
What It Looks Like
Unlike busy hospital staff or facility caregivers who divide attention among many patients, home care providers dedicate their support entirely to your recovery and unique needs.
How We Help
Your caregiver’s sole focus is your well-being. They learn your preferences, anticipate your needs, and provide consistent care that adapts to your changing condition.
Challenge
Family Peace of Mind
What It Looks Like
When adult children live in different cities or have demanding jobs, worrying about a parent’s post-surgical recovery creates enormous stress and guilt. Many East Tennessee families struggle to balance caregiving with other responsibilities.
How We Help
Our Transparency Room technology and reliable caregivers give family members real-time updates and confidence that their loved one is receiving professional, compassionate care.
Challenge
Managing Chronic Conditions During Recovery
What It Looks Like
For seniors with diabetes, heart disease, or other chronic conditions, surgery recovery becomes more complex. These conditions require ongoing monitoring and management alongside surgical healing.
How We Help
Our caregivers are trained to manage chronic conditions while supporting surgical recovery. We monitor vital signs, coordinate with multiple healthcare providers, and watch for interactions between ongoing health issues and post-surgical needs.
Challenge
Cost-Effective Alternative to Facility Care
What It Looks Like
Extended hospital stays and rehabilitation facilities can cost thousands of dollars daily. Home care provides professional support at a fraction of the cost while offering superior personalized attention.
How We Help
We’ve built our reputation on affordable quality care. Our post-surgery services, including 24-hour live-in care options, provide exceptional value compared to facility-based alternatives, making professional recovery support accessible to more East Tennessee families.
Challenge
Maintaining Independence and Dignity
What It Looks Like
Surgery can make you feel vulnerable and dependent. Many adults fear losing their independence and being treated as incapable, which can slow emotional and physical recovery.
How We Help
We honor your dignity and independence while providing necessary support. Our caregivers empower you to do what you can while assisting with tasks that are temporarily difficult, helping you regain strength and confidence throughout recovery.
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
Post-surgery care costs vary based on the level of support you need and the duration of services. Hourly personal care typically ranges from competitive hourly rates to all-inclusive 24-hour live-in care options. We provide free consultations to assess your specific needs and develop a customized care plan with transparent pricing. Most families find our services more affordable than extended hospital stays or rehabilitation facilities, and we work with you to create a plan that fits your budget.
We’ve been helping families since 1984, with over 40 years of continuous experience in home care. Unlike corporate chains, our founders still actively mentor franchise owners and remain deeply involved in operations. Every caregiver undergoes our rigorous 7-step screening process, and we match caregivers to clients based on personality and experience, not just availability. Our proprietary Transparency Room technology gives family members real-time updates and peace of mind, and our emphasis on affordable quality care means we focus on accessibility rather than premium pricing.
The right choice depends on your medical procedure and recovery needs. Personal care is better when you need hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, mobility, and wound care monitoring. Companion and Homemaker Care works well if you’re fairly independent but need medication reminders, emotional support, meal preparation, and help with household tasks. Many post-surgery patients benefit from starting with personal care and transitioning to Companion and Homemaker Care as they regain strength. We’ll assess your specific situation and help you choose the right level of support.
Recovery timelines vary based on your surgery type and individual healing progress. Most orthopedic surgery patients need intensive support for 2-4 weeks, then transition to lighter assistance. Cardiac procedures often require 4-6 weeks of close monitoring. We design flexible care plans that adjust as you heal, starting with more intensive support and gradually reducing hours as your strength returns. Our office staff monitors your progress and adjusts services based on your doctor’s guidance and your own comfort level.
If you’re facing surgery and live alone, have limited family support nearby, or worry about managing medications and daily tasks during recovery, home care is worth considering. You might also need support if your surgery involves significant mobility restrictions, complex wound care, or if you’re managing chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease alongside surgical recovery. If your doctor has expressed concerns about you going home alone, or if you’re feeling anxious about the recovery process, professional home care provides the safety net and support you need to heal successfully.
We guarantee caregiver consistency and quality throughout your recovery. If you’re ever unsatisfied with your caregiver, we’ll make immediate adjustments at no additional cost. Our ongoing monitoring includes regular check-ins from our office staff, care plan adjustments as your needs change, and continuous communication with your healthcare providers. While we don’t offer traditional warranties, we do provide sustained quality assurance. Our commitment to your recovery doesn’t end when you start feeling better. We stay with you until you’ve fully transitioned back to independence.
Our 24-hour live-in care services provide around-the-clock supervision for patients who need overnight assistance. This is especially important after major surgery when you might need help getting to the bathroom, managing pain medications, or responding to complications. Your live-in caregiver remains in your home, sleeping in a separate room but immediately available whenever you need support. This continuous presence prevents falls, ensures timely medication administration, and gives family members peace of mind knowing you’re never alone during vulnerable nighttime hours.
Absolutely. Our transition care program specifically includes communication with healthcare providers as a core component. Caregivers can attend follow-up appointments with you, take detailed notes, ask questions on your behalf, and ensure you understand post-visit instructions. We coordinate medication changes with your pharmacy, schedule necessary appointments, and report any concerning symptoms to your medical team. This proactive communication significantly reduces gaps in care and helps prevent complications that might otherwise go unnoticed until they become serious.
Recovery rarely follows a perfect timeline, and we’re here for as long as you need us. Our flexible scheduling means we can easily extend services, increase care hours if complications arise, or adjust the care plan as your needs change. There are no long-term contracts in most locations, so you’re not locked into a specific duration. Many families start with intensive post-surgery support and gradually reduce hours as strength returns, eventually transitioning to occasional Companion and Homemaker Care or homemaker services for ongoing support with household tasks.
Yes. Our caregivers have experience supporting cancer patients through surgical recovery and ongoing treatment. We understand the unique challenges of recovering from cancer surgery, managing surgical site care, supporting immune system health, preparing nutritious meals that address dietary needs, providing transportation to oncology appointments, and offering compassionate emotional support during an incredibly difficult time. We can also coordinate with your oncology team and provide respite support for exhausted family caregivers who need rest while maintaining quality care for their loved one.
We understand that hospital discharges often happen quickly with little notice. In most cases, we can begin services within 24-48 hours of your initial contact, sometimes even sooner for urgent situations. Our Knoxville office maintains relationships with local hospitals and can coordinate directly with discharge planners to ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home. Contact us as soon as you know your surgery date or discharge timeline, and we’ll have everything in place before you arrive home, including your matched caregiver, customized care plan, and family access to our Transparency Room portal.
