At times, it can feel like you’re battling both the disease and the person you love. When Alzheimer’s affects memory and daily routines, many families in Orlando discover they can’t manage alone. Preferred Care at Home of Northeast Orlando provides dedicated caregivers who help your elderly loved one stay safely at home with dignity.
Preferred Care at Home of Northeast Orlando has been helping Orlando families navigate Alzheimer’s care since 2008. Our team holds State of Florida license #230942, and all caregivers complete comprehensive screening and criminal background checks before entering your home.
What makes us different is our mission to leave every person in a better state than when we met them. Owner Robin Wilkie-Naylor personally builds relationships with clients and has developed an extensive network of Orlando-area healthcare professionals and support resources. You’ll receive boutique, personalized care (not corporate rotation of strangers) with the backing of a company founded in 1984.
Too often, with age and Alzheimer’s disease comes loneliness. The feeling that no one cares creeps in. Our Companion care provides emotional support and social interaction that combat isolation. Professional caregivers engage in conversation, reminiscing, games, and activities that maintain connection to familiar routines.
Companion care works well for seniors who live alone or don’t have family members nearby in the Orlando area. It’s also excellent for short-term respite care when family caregivers need relief from the emotional toll of daily assistance.
Peace of mind. It’s so often an elusive dream for people with elderly parents facing Alzheimer’s. Our live-in care provides around-the-clock supervision in the security and privacy of your loved one’s own home. Caregivers are matched by personality and experience, providing professional support day and night.
Central to our live-in care is commitment to consistency. You won’t experience constant caregiver rotation. The same dedicated team members work closely with your family to provide quality care as the disease progresses, offering medication reminders, fall prevention support, and overnight assistance.
People with dementia and Alzheimer’s do best in a familiar environment with extended hours of care to remain healthy and safe at home. Our specialized Dementia and Alzheimer’s care includes memory care support, behavioral management, safety monitoring, and cognitive engagement activities.
All caregivers receive specialized training to understand how Alzheimer’s affects memory, thinking, and behavior. They know how to manage challenging moments with patience and create a care plan that adapts as individual needs change.
When caring for the home becomes a burden alongside managing Alzheimer’s care, we make your house into that special place again. Our Homemaker care handles meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and errands so you can focus on quality time with your loved one.
Many families work closely with our team to create comprehensive support that combines personal care with household tasks. This reduces stress and anxiety for both the person with Alzheimer’s and family members trying to balance caregiving with Orlando’s demanding work schedules.
At least one in five people with Medicare are readmitted within one month of discharge, especially after cognitive decline makes following complex instructions difficult. Our Smooth-Transition Care® program provides a specially trained personal transition coach who meets you at Orlando Health or AdventHealth and guides the entire process.
The program includes a 15-piece Personal Health Record toolkit, medication reminders, appointment coordination, and regular check-ins to ensure adequate care during recovery. This evidence-based approach prevents the cycle of hospital readmission.
Step 01
You’ll reach Robin Wilkie-Naylor or a care coordinator at (407) 601-3960. We’ll schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consultation to understand your loved one’s individual needs, daily routines, and care preferences for Alzheimer’s support.
Step 02
Our team visits your Orlando home to assess safety, discuss care goals, and get to know your loved one. We’ll ask about memory loss patterns, behavioral changes, and what kind of emotional support would help your family most during this difficult time.
Step 03
We create a detailed care plan that can include companion care, personal assistance, meal preparation, and medication reminders. You’ll receive transparent pricing and can adjust hours from 1 hour daily to full 24-hour live-in care. No long-term contracts required.
Step 04
We match you with caregivers based on personality compatibility (not just availability). All caregivers are HHA, CNA, or trained companions who’ve passed comprehensive screening. Care typically begins within days, and you’ll have access to our Transparency Room portal for real-time updates.
Step 05
Robin stays personally involved in your care coordination. We provide continuous quality monitoring through our online portal, regular family communication, and adjustments as Alzheimer’s disease progresses. Our dedicated team is available 7 days a week including weekends and holidays.
Orlando’s climate, sprawling geography, and growing population create unique challenges for families managing Alzheimer’s care at home. Here’s how we help.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Florida Heat Safety
What It Looks Like
Summer temperatures make it dangerous for elderly loved ones with Alzheimer’s to manage homes independently. Confusion about hydration and air conditioning creates health risks.
How We Help
Our caregivers monitor temperature, ensure adequate hydration, and manage climate control. They provide guidance on safe indoor activities during Orlando’s hottest months.
Challenge
Medication Scheudule Confusion
What It Looks Like
Alzheimer’s affects memory, making it nearly impossible to follow complex prescription schedules. Patients take medications twice or skip doses entirely, leading to hospital readmissions.
How We Help
We provide medication reminders at scheduled times, organize prescriptions clearly, and communicate with family members about any concerns. Our transition care includes detailed medication tracking.
Challenge
Social Isolation and Loneliness
What It Looks Like
As the disease progresses, many seniors lose the ability to drive in Orlando’s traffic. Family members work demanding jobs and can’t visit daily. Isolation accelerates cognitive decline.
How We Help
Professional caregivers provide daily companionship, meaningful conversation, and social interaction. We arrange outings to familiar Orlando locations and maintain connection to community activities.
Challenge
Family Caregiver Burnout
Orlando’s distances make daily care visits exhausting. Adult children juggle work stress, traffic, and caregiving responsibilities. The emotional toll becomes unsustainable without respite care support.
How We Help
We offer flexible scheduling from a few hours weekly to full-time care. Family caregivers get the relief they need while maintaining quality care for their loved one. Our team provides emotional support and guidance.
Challenge
Wandering and Safety Concerns
Alzheimer’s patients may wander from home, especially in unfamiliar neighborhoods or during confusion episodes. Orlando’s sprawl makes this particularly dangerous.
How We Help
Our caregivers provide continuous supervision, safety monitoring, and fall prevention. For 24-hour care needs, live-in caregivers ensure someone is always present to prevent unsafe wandering.
Challenge
Managing Behavioral Changes
As dementia progresses, patients experience anxiety, aggression, or sundowning. Family members don’t have specialized training to manage these challenging behaviors effectively.
How We Help
All our caregivers receive specialized training in dementia care techniques. They understand how to redirect, calm, and support patients during difficult moments with patience and compassion.
We proudly serve families across Central Florida from our locally owned location. Robin Wilkie-Naylor’s team provides responsive care and understands the unique needs of seniors aging in place throughout this community.
We Serve:
Orlando
Winter Park
Maitland
Apopka
Casselberry
Edgewater / College Park
Belle Isle
In-home Alzheimer’s care in Orlando typically ranges from $1,440 to $8,064 per month depending on care hours needed. We offer flexible scheduling from 1 hour daily to full 24-hour live-in care, allowing you to pay only for what you need. We provide free consultations and transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Robin Wilkie-Naylor has extensive experience working with long-term care insurance policies (including Genworth, Allianz, and John Hancock) and can help you maximize benefits to reduce the financial burden.
We’re locally owned by Robin Wilkie-Naylor, who’s been serving Orlando since 2008 and personally builds relationships with clients. You’ll receive:
Boutique, personalized care with owner involvement
Extensive network of Orlando healthcare professionals and support resources
Best of Home Care Employer of Choice 2024 award winner
Mission-driven approach focused on leaving clients in better condition
State-licensed caregivers (HHA, CNA, companions) with comprehensive screening
Transparency Room technology for remote family monitoring
People with Alzheimer’s and other dementias typically do best in a familiar environment where daily routines remain consistent. In-home care allows your loved one to stay in surroundings filled with memories while receiving specialized care. Memory care facilities in Orlando average $4,200-$5,100 monthly for fixed services. Home care offers flexible hours and costs that adjust to changing needs, often providing more personalized attention. We can help you create a care plan that works for your family’s unique situation.
Care typically begins within days of your initial contact with our team. We schedule a complimentary home assessment, develop a personalized care plan, and match you with caregivers based on personality compatibility. The timeline depends on your schedule and care needs, but many families have caregivers in place within 3-5 days. We’re available 7 days a week including weekends and holidays, so we can move quickly when you need immediate support.
Common signs include: forgetting to take medications, difficulty preparing meals safely, confusion about daily routines, wandering behavior, social withdrawal, and struggles with personal hygiene. If you’re noticing increased memory loss, safety concerns, or family caregiver burnout, it’s time to explore professional support. The Alzheimer’s Association recommends early intervention to maintain quality of life longer. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your loved one’s individual needs and create an appropriate care plan.
While we don’t offer traditional warranties, we provide continuous quality monitoring and care adjustments as Alzheimer’s disease progresses. You’ll have 24/7 access to our Transparency Room portal to track caregiver visits, daily activities, and care notes. Robin and our care coordinators stay personally involved, making adjustments to ensure your satisfaction. We guarantee caregiver consistency (no constant rotation) and are available for urgent needs or concerns any time. Our mission is an ongoing relationship focused on your loved one’s well being.
As Alzheimer’s affects memory and judgment, living alone becomes increasingly unsafe. Patients may forget to eat, take medications incorrectly, wander outside, or struggle with emergencies. However, with appropriate support from professional caregivers, many people with early to moderate Alzheimer’s can remain safely at home. Our team provides comprehensive support from a few hours daily to full 24-hour supervision, depending on the stage of disease and safety needs. We work closely with families to determine the right level of care.
Our Alzheimer’s care services in Orlando, FL include: companion care and social interaction, personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming), medication reminders, meal preparation and nutrition monitoring, light housekeeping and laundry, transportation to appointments, cognitive engagement activities, safety supervision and fall prevention, behavioral management support, and coordination with healthcare professionals. We create a customized care plan based on your loved one’s individual needs, and services can be adjusted as the disease progresses.
All our caregivers receive specialized training to understand how Alzheimer’s and dementia affect behavior. They know that anxiety, aggression, or confusion stem from the disease, not the person. Our dedicated team uses patience, redirection, and calming techniques to manage challenging moments. They maintain familiar daily routines, provide emotional support, and create a safe environment that reduces triggers for behavioral issues. We also provide guidance to family members and work closely with your healthcare team to ensure comprehensive support.
Companion care focuses on social interaction, emotional support, and daily living assistance like meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation. It’s excellent for seniors in early Alzheimer’s stages who need help with routines but can manage personal hygiene independently. Personal care includes hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility. Many families choose a combination as the disease progresses. Our care coordinators help you determine which services best meet your loved one’s current needs and can adjust the care plan over time.
