Since 1984, Preferred Care at Home has been a beacon of hope for families seeking reliable and affordable care. It all started with a vision to offer a quality of service that would allow seniors to age in place with dignity and grace. Recognizing the need for compassionate caregivers who could provide assistance without breaking the bank, our founders established the first agency with a commitment to excellence that continues to drive us today.
In 2007, recognizing that the need for quality senior care was not limited to one community, Preferred Care at Home began its nationwide expansion. This growth allowed us to bring our unique philosophy of care to families across the country. By partnering with like-minded individuals who shared our passion for service, we were able to extend our reach while maintaining the personal touch that defined our very first agency.
Today, Preferred Care at Home stands as a testament to the enduring power of compassionate care. We remain dedicated to our founding principles, constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of our clients. As we look to the future, our mission remains unchanged: to improve the quality of life for those we serve, safeguarding their independence and dignity in the home they love.
“For many older people, home is everything. It’s a window to the past, a safe haven for the present and the legacy they long to leave for the next generation.
Since 1984, the husband-and-wife founders of Preferred Care at Home have been helping seniors stay in their homes, happily and safely. Now a nationally franchised but still family-run business, Preferred Care at Home offers high-quality in-home care at affordable rates.”
David’s dedication to senior care comes from witnessing families struggle to find reliable, communicative home care providers in South Florida. After years in business, he recognized that elderly parents and their families desperately needed a care agency that answered phone calls, provided immediate access to ownership, and delivered consistent quality. When he discovered Preferred Care at Home, everything aligned: a proven company with 40 years of experience, a commitment to affordability, and values centered on dignity and independence.
Driven by Passion, Committed to Compassion
Quin’s commitment to quality senior care grew from personal experience. After watching his own parents navigate aging with cancer, stroke, and heart disease, he saw firsthand how the right caregiver transforms difficult seasons into manageable ones. A close friend’s struggle to find reliable care for her MS deepened his resolve. Today, Quin’s mission is connecting compassionate caregivers with seniors who deserve dignity, independence, and genuine companionship. When he learned about Preferred Care at Home, something woke up inside him: he could make a difference.
Richard discovered his calling at 14, working in an assisted living facility where relationships with residents gave him purpose during uncertain teenage years. After five years in the funeral industry helping families plan ahead, he recognized a gap: widows and widowers returning home alone, facing physical limitations without support. He wanted to own a business that truly helps people, and Preferred Care at Home was the answer. For Richard, this work is about facilitating meaningful connections that enrich both caregiver and client.
Experience, Compassion, and Commitment to Excellence
Office Manager & Logistics Coordinator
Licensed Practical Nurse
Transition Liaison
Our team lives and works in the South Florida communities we serve. When you contact us, you reach neighbors who understand Miami Beach.
We Serve:
Miami Beach
North Miami Beach
Miami
Home care costs in Miami Beach vary based on the services provided and hours needed. Companion and Homemaker Care for a few hours weekly costs less than 24-hour live-in care. We offer flexible scheduling from one hour to around-the-clock support, so you can build a plan that fits your budget. Contact us for a personalized quote. We will discuss payment options, including private insurance, veterans’ benefits, and Medicare coverage for skilled nursing services.
Three factors set us apart: our 7-step caregiver screening, personality-based matching, and direct owner involvement. We conduct thorough background checks and verify every caregiver’s qualifications before they meet clients. Then we match caregivers to families based on personality, life experience, and care needs, not just availability. Plus, David Peterson is personally invested in every family we serve. This is not a distant corporate franchise. It is neighbors caring for neighbors.
We provide both non-medical home care and skilled nursing care. Our companion and personal care services include assistance with daily activities, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and social interaction. For medical needs, we connect families with registered nurses and home health aides who deliver wound care, medication management, physical therapy support, and coordination with health care providers. We work closely with your existing medical team to ensure comprehensive care.
We can often start services within 24 to 48 hours of your initial consultation, depending on caregiver availability and complexity of care needs. The process begins with a free phone call where we discuss your situation. Next, we schedule an in-home assessment to meet your loved one and understand their routines. Then we match the right caregiver and coordinate a start date. We will not rush the matching process because finding the right fit matters more than speed.
Look for signs like missed medications, weight loss from skipped meals, a cluttered or dirty home, withdrawal from social activities, or difficulty bathing and dressing. If you are calling multiple times daily to check in, rearranging your work schedule for doctor appointments, or lying awake worrying about falls, those are signals that support would help. Our free consultation can help you evaluate whether it is time for professional assistance.
Absolutely. Our dementia caregivers receive specialized training in memory support techniques, safety protocols, and meaningful engagement activities. They understand how to redirect confusion, maintain consistent routines that reduce anxiety, and provide dignity throughout the progression of illness. Preferred Care at Home has supported hundreds of families navigating Alzheimer’s across South Florida, and we bring that expertise to every Miami Beach family.
Hospital-to-home transitions are challenging. Patients leave with confusing medication lists, follow-up appointments to schedule, and rehabilitation exercises to remember. Our transition care program addresses exactly this situation. A specially trained caregiver meets with you to review discharge instructions, helps manage medications, schedules doctor appointments, and monitors recovery progress. This support helps prevent hospital readmissions, which affect one in five Medicare patients.
Compatibility matters deeply, which is why we invest in personality matching from the beginning. However, if the relationship is not working, please let us know immediately. We will find a different caregiver who is a better fit, no questions asked. Your loved one’s comfort and happiness come first. Our commitment is to make adjustments quickly and without guilt when relationships need to change.
Medicare covers skilled home health care, including nursing services, physical therapy, and occupational therapy under specific conditions, but typically does not cover non-medical companion or personal care. However, other options exist. Veterans may qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits. Some private insurance plans include coverage for home care services. Long-term care insurance often applies. We will help you understand your options and explore resources to make quality care accessible.
Every caregiver passes our comprehensive 7-step screening proces,s including criminal background checks, reference verification, skills assessment, and personality evaluation. But screening is just the foundation. We provide ongoing training, conduct regular quality check-ins, and give families access to our Transparency Room portal, where they can monitor care in real time. If a caregiver fails to meet our standards, we address it immediately. Your safety and satisfaction are non-negotiable.
