Loneliness can settle in quietly, especially when the days feel long and family visits are stretched thin. For many seniors in Lexington, the need is not for a nurse or a facility, but for someone who genuinely cares to be there. Preferred Care at Home of Lexington provides companion care services that bring warmth, conversation, and practical support to your loved one’s home.
Preferred Care at Home has been helping seniors age in place with dignity and independence since 1984. Our location, owned and operated by Ethan Guerrieri, brings over a decade of senior care leadership to Central Kentucky. As a locally owned home care services company, we make decisions right here, not from a distant corporate office.
What sets us apart is how we match caregivers to clients. We pair companions based on personality, life experience, and interests, not just who happens to be available. If the match is not right, we adjust. Plus, our 7-step screening process means every caregiver has been thoroughly vetted before they ever walk through your door.
For many seniors in Lexington, the biggest challenge is not a medical condition. It is the quiet that comes when friends move away, a spouse passes on, or family members live across the state. Companion care fills that gap with meaningful social interaction, engaging conversation, and a reliable presence your loved one can count on.
A companion caregiver focuses on providing emotional support, helping plan the week, and making sure your parent or grandparent stays connected to the community they love. Whether it is a walk through Chevy Chase, a trip to Hamburg Pavilion, or simply sharing a cup of coffee and good conversation, companionship protects both mental health and overall quality of life.
When household chores start piling up, the home that once felt like a haven can begin to feel like a burden. Homemaker care gives your aging loved one the helping hand they need with daily tasks so they can focus on enjoying life rather than struggling to maintain the house.
Our caregivers handle light housekeeping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and running errands throughout Lexington. They can pick up groceries, manage transportation to appointments, and make sure the home stays comfortable and safe. It is practical support that makes a real difference.
There comes a time when your loved one may need hands on assistance with activities they once handled on their own. Personal care from Preferred Care at Home provides dignified help with bathing, dressing, mobility support, and personal hygiene, all in the comfort and privacy of home.
Our caregivers understand that assisting with daily living activities requires trust, patience, and respect. We approach personal care as a partnership, offering just the right level of support so your family member maintains as much independence as possible. When needs reach a higher level, we are ready.
Cognitive decline changes everything, not just for the person experiencing it, but for the entire family. Dementia and Alzheimer’s care from our Lexington team provides specialized support that keeps your loved one safe, engaged, and as independent as possible for as long as possible.
Our caregivers are trained in memory care techniques that emphasize mental stimulation, routine consistency, and calm redirection. Lexington families benefit from our connection to the broader community, including resources like the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging. We help you manage what can feel unmanageable.
Coming home from the hospital should feel like relief, not confusion. Our transition care program helps seniors in Lexington navigate the critical days and weeks after discharge from UK Chandler Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, or CHI Saint Joseph. With so many major hospital systems concentrated in our area, families need a plan that actually works.
A transition care companion helps with medication reminders, transportation to follow-up appointments, meal preparation during recovery, and the encouragement that keeps your loved one on track. It is the difference between a smooth recovery and a preventable readmission.
When a family faces life’s final chapter, having compassionate support at home matters more than ever. End-of-life care from Preferred Care at Home allows your loved one to remain comfortable and surrounded by familiar things, in the place where memories have been made.
Our caregivers provide comfort, dignity, and respite for family caregivers who need a break without worrying. We coordinate with hospice providers and offer 24-hour availability so no one has to face this time alone.
Step 01
Call us at (859) 800-6237 or fill out our online form. We will listen, answer your questions, and schedule a time to talk about what your family needs.
Step 02
We visit your loved one’s home to understand their daily routine, health, personality, and living situation. This assessment shapes a care plan built around their actual life, not a generic template.
Step 03
Using what we learn, we match your family member with a companion based on personality, experience, and shared interests. If the fit is not right, we adjust until it is.
Step 04
Your companion caregiver arrives and begins providing support, whether that is companionship, household tasks, errands, or all of the above. You will have access to our Transparency Room portal to monitor schedules, read caregiver notes, and stay connected from anywhere.
Step 05
We do not disappear after the first visit. Our team checks in regularly, adjusts the care plan as needs change, and makes sure you always know what is happening. If hours need to increase or services need to shift, we handle it.
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Summer heat limits outdoor activity
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Lexington’s humid summers keep older adults indoors for weeks, increasing social isolation and reducing mental stimulation.
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Companions plan engaging indoor activities and schedule errands and social events during cooler morning hours.
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Winter weather disrupts routines
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Cold snaps and icy roads make grocery runs and medical appointments risky for seniors who live independently.
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Caregivers handle transportation, running errands, and ensuring your loved one stays safe and connected at home.
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Companions provide transportation to social events, appointments, and errands, keeping older adults engaged and active.
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Social isolation in suburban neighborhoods
Communities like Beaumont, Masterson Station, and Palomar were designed for driving, not walking. Seniors who stop driving lose access to friends and community.
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Companions provide transportation to social events, appointments, and errands, keeping older adults engaged and active.
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Confusion about what companion care covers
Many seniors and families assume a companion can give medications or provide hands on assistance with bathing and dressing.
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We clearly explain boundaries between companion care and personal care so you choose the right plan from the start.
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Unreliable scheduling from other providers
Lexington families report caregivers being withheld on weekends without notice, causing stress instead of relief.
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We communicate schedule changes proactively, maintain backup coverage, and prioritize the reliability your family deserves.
Preferred Care at Home of Lexington continues this tradition by only referring the most reliable, compassionate, experienced and affordable caregivers to clients’ homes or care facilities throughout the Lexington area and surrounding Central Kentucky communities.
We Serve:
Lexington
Ashland Park
Chevy Chase
West Fayette
Hamburg
Andover
Hartland
Three things stand out. First, we have been in senior care since 1984, with three generations of family leadership guiding the company. Second, our 7-step screening process ensures every caregiver meets rigorous quality standards before entering your home. Third, our Transparency Room portal gives family members real-time access to schedules, caregiver notes, and visit updates from anywhere in the country.
Our companion care program is the right fit when your loved one needs companionship, help with household chores, meal preparation, errands, transportation, and medication reminders. If your family member needs hands on assistance with bathing, dressing, or mobility, that is personal care. Many clients start with companion care and add personal care services as needs change. We help you choose the right plan.
In most cases, care can begin within days of your initial consultation. After we assess your loved one’s needs and match them with the right caregiver, scheduling is flexible. We offer hours ranging from as little as one hour to 24 hours per day, so you can start small and adjust.
Common signs include meals being skipped or simplified, a home that is less tidy than usual, missed appointments, withdrawal from friends and social events, or simply the feeling that something is off. If you find yourself calling more often just to check in, that concern is worth acting on. Companion care provides the daily support and mental stimulation that helps older adults live independently longer.
Medicare generally does not cover ongoing companion care services. Medicare may cover short-term home health services after a hospitalization, but non-medical companionship and homemaker support are typically private pay. We can help you understand your options for paying for home care and discuss what resources may be available to support your family.
We match caregivers to clients based on personality and interests, not just availability. But if the relationship is not the right fit, we adjust. Your loved one’s comfort and well-being are the priority, and we will work with you until we find the companion who clicks.
Companion caregivers provide medication reminders, which means they can prompt your loved one to take their medication on schedule. They cannot administer medications or make medical decisions. If your family member needs a higher level of health support, we can discuss additional care services that may be appropriate.
Many agencies enforce strict minimums, sometimes requiring three hours per visit or 20 hours per week. We offer flexible scheduling designed around your family’s actual needs. During your consultation, we will discuss what works best for your situation and create a plan that makes practical and financial sense.
Every visit is different because every client is different. A morning visit might include conversation over coffee, medication reminders, and light housekeeping. An afternoon visit could involve running errands to Hamburg Pavilion, helping with meal preparation, or taking a drive through the Bluegrass countryside. The goal is always meaningful engagement, not just someone sitting in a chair. Your companion becomes a trusted friend who brings peace of mind to the entire family.
