When someone you love is living with dementia, the thought of placing them in a facility can feel overwhelming. You want them safe, comfortable, and surrounded by familiar faces. Preferred Care at Home understands the emotional weight of this decision and offers compassionate dementia in-home care in Newark that honors your loved one’s dignity and independence.
Preferred Care at Home has been helping families navigate the challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia care since 1984. Our caregivers undergo a rigorous 7-step screening process that includes specialized training in dementia care, behavioral management, and safety monitoring. We serve Newark and surrounding communities throughout Northeast New Jersey with compassionate, professional care.
What sets us apart is our commitment to caregiver-client matching by personality, not just availability. Consistency matters deeply for dementia patients, so we pair your loved one with the same caregiver who understands them and their preferences. Plus, our proprietary Transparency Room technology gives you real-time updates and peace of mind, even when you can’t be there in person.
Memory care is designed for older adults experiencing cognitive decline, confusion, or memory issues. In Newark, where many clients live in multi-story homes or apartments, maintaining safety while preserving independence can be a daunting task. Our caregivers provide gentle guidance and supervision to help your loved one navigate daily routines without feeling controlled or diminished.
We focus on what the person can still do, not what they’ve lost. Our compassionate caregivers engage clients in familiar activities, support their strengths, and provide emotional support that combats social isolation. Many clients feel more connected and calm when care is provided in their own home by a caregiver they trust.
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can cause challenging behaviors like aggression, wandering, or sundowning. Our caregivers receive specialized training to understand that these behaviors are symptoms of the disease, not choices. We use gentle redirection, validation, and patience to help manage difficult moments while maintaining your loved one’s dignity.
In Newark’s urban environment, wandering poses serious public health risks. Our caregivers stay alert to prevent wandering and other dangerous behaviors, creating a secure space where your family member can move freely without putting themselves at risk. We also work closely with you to understand triggers and develop strategies that work for your loved one’s unique personality.
As the disease progresses, even simple tasks become hazardous. Our caregivers provide constant supervision during home visits to prevent falls, medication errors, and accidents. We assess the home environment for risks and help implement changes that allow your loved one to move safely through familiar spaces.
Safety monitoring isn’t about restriction. It’s about empowering dementia patients to maintain as much independence as possible while reducing physical risks. Our caregivers balance watchfulness with respect, intervening only when necessary to keep your family member safe and comfortable.
Meaningful activity improves the quality of life for people living with memory issues. Our caregivers introduce activities matched to your loved one’s current abilities and past interests, whether that’s looking through photo albums or gardening. These moments of connection combat the social isolation that significantly increased during the pandemic and continues to affect many older adults.
Engagement isn’t just a distraction. It’s about helping the person feel valued, connected, and alive. We adjust activities as the disease progresses, always focusing on what brings comfort and joy.
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is exhausting. Family caregivers often sacrifice their own health and well-being trying to provide round-the-clock care. We offer respite care so the primary caregiver can rest, attend appointments, or simply take a few hours for themselves without guilt.
We also provide education on what to expect as dementia advances through various stages. Understanding the disease helps families make informed decisions about care, communicate more effectively, and find moments of connection even as memory fades. You’re not alone in this journey.
Not all caregivers are equipped to work with dementia patients. Our team receives ongoing specialized training in memory care, communication techniques, and crisis management. We supervise caregivers to ensure they’re following best practices and meeting your loved one’s evolving needs.
You can interview potential caregivers before making a decision. We want you to feel confident that the person entering your home has both the skills and the heart to care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Our caregivers are insured, background-checked, and committed to treating your family member with compassion and respect.
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.
Families in Newark face unique challenges when caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia at home. Urban living, aging housing stock, and limited outdoor space can complicate care. Here’s how we help solve these problems:
Problem
Description
How We Help
Multi-story homes create fall risks
Description
Many Newark homes have stairs that become dangerous for people with memory issues who forget where they are.
How We Help
We provide constant supervision and implement safety measures to prevent wandering and falls throughout the home.
Problem
Social isolation in urban settings
Description
Even in a densely populated city, dementia patients can feel profoundly alone when they can’t safely leave the house independently.
How We Help
Our Companion and Homemaker Care services provide daily social interaction, conversation, and meaningful activities that combat loneliness.
Problem
Family caregivers juggling work
Description
Newark’s high cost of living means most family members work full-time and can’t provide round-the-clock supervision.
How We Help
Flexible scheduling from a few hours to 24-hour care lets the local primary caregiver maintain employment while ensuring the loved one stays safe.
Problem
Difficulty with meal planning
Description
As dementia progresses, proper nutrition suffers because the person forgets to eat or can’t safely use the kitchen.
How We Help
Our caregivers handle meal preparation and planning, ensuring balanced nutrition and addressing dietary restrictions and preferences.
Problem
Personal hygiene challenges
Description
Bathing and grooming become sources of confusion and resistance for Alzheimer’s patients.
How We Help
Compassionate assistance with personal care maintains dignity while ensuring cleanliness and health.
Problem
Medication management errors
Description
Complex medication schedules pose serious public health risks when memory issues prevent proper dosing.
How We Help
Daily medication reminders and supervision prevent dangerous errors and keep health conditions under control.
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.
Cost depends on how much assistance your loved one needs and how many hours of care you require. Many clients start with a few hours of Companion and Homemaker Care several times per week ($25-35/hour) and increase as needs change. Full-time live-in care typically costs $250-350 per day, which is significantly more affordable than memory care facilities in the Newark area. We provide free consultations and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
We’ve been providing senior care since 1984. That’s over 40 years of experience helping families navigate Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Unlike agencies that send whoever’s available, we match caregivers by personality and ensure you work with the same caregiver consistently. Our proprietary Transparency Room technology lets you monitor care in real-time, and our 7-step screening process ensures every caregiver meets rigorous standards for training, compassion, and reliability.
In-home care allows your family member to stay in familiar surroundings, which reduces confusion and anxiety for dementia patients. The same caregiver visits regularly, providing continuity that’s difficult to achieve in facilities. However, as Alzheimer’s disease progresses to later stages requiring intensive medical intervention, some families transition to facilities. We help you assess your loved one’s needs honestly and support whatever decision feels right for your family.
We can typically start services within 2-5 days of your initial consultation, depending on your schedule and caregiver availability. For urgent situations, we prioritize placement and can often begin care within 24-48 hours. The first step is a simple phone call where we discuss your loved one’s needs and schedule an in-home assessment.
If you’re noticing memory lapses that affect daily life, difficulty managing medications, missed meals, neglected personal hygiene, or wandering behavior, it’s worth getting an assessment. Many families wait until there’s a crisis, such as a fall, a hospital visit, or complete caregiver burnout. But starting care earlier, even just a few hours per week, can prevent dangerous situations and give your family member time to build trust with their caregiver before full-time care becomes necessary.
Yes, Preferred Care at Home operates under all required state and local licensing, and all our caregivers are insured and bonded. Every caregiver completes our 7-step screening process, including criminal background checks, reference verification, skills assessments, and dementia-specific training. We maintain insurance coverage that protects both our caregivers and your family in the unlikely event of accidents or incidents.
Absolutely. In fact, that’s one of our core commitments. We know that consistency is critical for people with memory issues. New faces increase confusion and anxiety. When we match your loved one with a caregiver, we prioritize long-term compatibility. While occasional schedule changes happen, we work hard to minimize disruptions and maintain the trusted relationship between your family member and their primary caregiver.
Our caregivers are trained to recognize early warning signs and de-escalate situations before they become crises. They know how to handle conflict, redirect attention, and respond calmly to agitation or aggression. For medical emergencies, caregivers follow established protocols and contact emergency services immediately while notifying family members. You’ll have 24/7 access to our office in case urgent questions or concerns arise outside business hours.
We adjust the care plan as needs change. Someone who starts with light housekeeping and companionship a few times per week might eventually need full-time supervision and assistance with all activities of daily living. We stay in close contact with your family, monitor changes, and recommend care level adjustments before situations become unsafe. Our goal is to support your loved one through all stages of the disease while keeping you informed and involved in decisions.
Yes. Providing companionship and meaningful activity is central to our dementia care. Studies show that social isolation significantly increases a person’s risk of premature death. It’s as dangerous as smoking or physical inactivity. Our caregivers engage clients in conversation, activities matched to their abilities, and outings when appropriate. Even when verbal communication becomes difficult, our team finds ways to connect through music, touch, familiar objects, and shared moments that bring comfort and joy.
