Peace of mind can feel impossible when you’re worried about an elderly parent living alone in Newark. You wonder if they’re safe, eating properly, or managing their medications. Preferred Care at Home understands these concerns and provides compassionate 24-hour live-in care, allowing your loved one to stay comfortable in their own home with reliable, around-the-clock support.
Preferred Care at Home has served families throughout New Jersey since 1984. With over 40 years of proven experience helping seniors age in place with dignity, our family-run approach means you’re not just another client number in a corporate system. We maintain the highest standards through our rigorous 7-step screening process for every caregiver.
What sets us apart is our commitment to affordability without sacrificing quality. We understand long-term care costs add up quickly, which is why our specialty has always been cost-effective live-in services. Plus, our proprietary Transparency Room technology gives you real-time access to caregiver schedules, notes, and updates, bringing peace of mind even when you live miles away from Newark.
Home is where memories have been made, and are still being created. Our live-in care services help you or your loved ones stay there with dignity and independence. We provide around-the-clock supervision and companionship in the security and privacy of your own home, with dedicated caregivers who become trusted members of your family.
Live-in care services provide continuous oversight for elderly people who need someone nearby at all times. In Newark, where many seniors live in multi-story homes or face mobility challenges, having a caregiver present around the clock creates security and prevents dangerous situations from escalating. You get consistent support from a carefully matched caregiver who becomes a trusted companion.
Our caregivers stay in your home, ready to assist whenever needed, whether that’s help getting to the bathroom at night, responding to an emergency, or simply providing reassurance. We match caregivers based on personality and life experience, not just availability, so the relationship feels natural and comfortable.
Personal care assistance with daily living activities helps seniors maintain their dignity while getting the support they need. Our caregivers provide hands-on help with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility support, and toileting, all delivered with compassion and respect for your independence.
We understand that accepting help with intimate tasks can be difficult. That’s why we focus on building trust through consistent caregiver assignments and gentle, patient assistance. Your caregiver adapts to your preferences and routines, making personal care feel less intrusive and more like support from someone who genuinely cares.
Many elderly people struggle most during the nighttime hours, when mobility is limited, and risks increase. Our live-in caregivers provide overnight assistance with bathroom trips, medication reminders, repositioning for comfort, and simply responding if you need anything during the night.
Sleep disruption affects both seniors and family caregivers. With professional overnight support, everyone rests better knowing trained help is immediately available. We serve Newark families who need consistent nighttime care without the exhausting burden of staying awake themselves or worrying from a distance.
Our live-in caregivers provide personal care and assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, grocery shopping, and errands. This all-inclusive approach means your home stays clean, comfortable, and well-maintained while you receive the care you need.
Managing a household becomes overwhelming when daily activities feel difficult. Our caregivers create a warm, organized home environment that supports your well-being. From preparing nutritious meals to keeping living spaces tidy, we handle the tasks that help you live comfortably at home.
We commit to caregiver consistency because relationships matter. When the same trusted caregiver arrives each day, you build genuine companionship and understanding. They learn your preferences, routines, and personality, creating care that feels personalized rather than institutional.
Frequent caregiver changes disrupt routines and force you to explain your needs to strangers repeatedly. We thoughtfully match caregivers from the start, then maintain those assignments for continuity. This approach reduces stress and creates the kind of comfortable relationship that makes asking for help easier.
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.
Step 05
Regular check-ins and access to our Transparency Room portal.
Newark families face unique challenges when caring for elderly loved ones at home. From navigating multi-story homes built decades ago to managing care while commuting to New York City for work, local conditions create specific needs that require experienced, reliable solutions.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Multi-story homes without accessibility
What It Looks Like
Many Newark homes feature stairs and narrow hallways that make mobility difficult for seniors with limited strength or balance issues.
How We Help
Our caregivers provide safe mobility assistance and help modify routines to reduce stair use throughout the day.
Challenge
Family caregivers commuting long distances
What It Looks Like
Adult children working in Manhattan or other cities can’t provide daily support, creating anxiety about elderly parents home alone in Newark.
How We Help
Live-in care services ensure 24-hour supervision while you focus on work and family obligations.
Challenge
Harsh winter weather risks
What It Looks Like
Newark winters bring ice, snow, and freezing temperatures that make it dangerous for seniors to manage errands, appointments, or even walking to the mailbox.
How We Help
Our caregivers handle transportation, errands, and household tasks so your loved one stays safe indoors during difficult weather.
Challenge
Medication management concerns
What It Looks Like
Complex medication schedules become confusing, leading to missed doses or dangerous mistakes that could result in hospital readmission.
How We Help
We provide medication reminders and track schedules to ensure proper adherence and reduce health complications.
Challenge
Social isolation and loneliness
What It Looks Like
Elderly people who have lost spouses or whose families live far away often spend days alone, leading to depression and declining mental health.
How We Help
Our caregivers offer genuine companionship, conversation, and meaningful activities that combat loneliness and improve quality of life.
Challenge
Safety concerns living alone
What It Looks Like
Families worry about falls, emergencies, or health crises happening when no one is there to help, creating constant stress and anxiety.
How We Help
With 24-hour live-in care, trained caregivers are always present to respond immediately to any situation and provide emergency assistance.
Our office serves families throughout Northwest New Jersey. When you contact us, you reach neighbors who understand life in Newark and surrounding communities.
We Serve:
Including Newark and surrounding areas throughout Northwest New Jersey.
Live-in care typically costs less than you might expect, often more affordable than independent living communities or rehabilitation facilities. The investment depends on the level of personalized services needed and the schedule requirements. We provide free consultations and transparent pricing with no hidden fees, so you know exactly what to expect before making any commitment.
Live-in care works best when you need consistent security and supervision throughout the day and night. It’s typically more cost-effective than hiring multiple hourly caregivers to cover 24 hours. During the consultation, we meet with you to determine which option best fits your unique needs and budget, creating a personalized care plan that reduces stress.
We typically begin care within days of your initial contact. Our dedicated team is ready to help quickly. The timeline depends on scheduling the home assessment, developing your care plan, and matching you with the right person. We understand urgency matters, especially after surgery or hospital discharge, so we work efficiently to get support in place.
If you’re noticing difficulty managing daily activities safely, experiencing frequent falls, forgetting medications, or feeling isolated and anxious, it’s worth getting an assessment. Live-in care also makes sense when recovery from surgery requires consistent monitoring, or when family caregivers feel overwhelmed by the stress and need reliable, compassionate assistance to improve quality of life.
While we don’t offer traditional warranties, we provide ongoing quality monitoring and regular check-ins with your family. Our trained caregivers focus on delivering consistent warmth and compassionate support. If you’re ever unsatisfied, we address concerns immediately and make adjustments to ensure you receive the professional care you deserve throughout your entire relationship with us.
We maintain backup caregivers trained in your specific care plan to ensure security and continuity when your regular caregiver is unavailable. You’ll meet potential backup staff in advance so transitions feel comfortable rather than disruptive. Our dedicated team ensures consistent, reliable support even during unexpected situations, reducing anxiety about sudden changes.
Yes, our trained caregivers provide specialized support for clients with memory loss. We understand the unique challenges and deliver patient, compassionate assistance for behavioral management, safety monitoring, and activities that create meaningful engagement. If specialized dementia care is needed, we match you with staff experienced in managing these difficult situations with warmth.
We carefully determine the best match by considering personality, interests, life experience, and care requirements. If you prefer a caregiver who shares your cultural background or has particular expertise with certain health conditions, we take those preferences seriously. Our mission is to create compatible relationships where genuine companionship naturally develops, improving the lives of both clients and caregivers.
Care needs often evolve over time, and we adapt your personalized care plan accordingly. Whether you need to increase hours, add new services like assistance with errands or transportation, or modify the approach, we make adjustments quickly. Our team stays in regular contact to check on your satisfaction and ensure services continue meeting your changing needs.
