Preferred Care at Home has served the greater Tucson area since our founding in 1984. We’re a locally owned franchise backed by a family-run company with three generations of home care expertise. Our team understands Southern Arizona’s unique climate challenges and the specific needs of aging adults in our desert community.
What sets us apart is our commitment to caregiver-client matching based on personality, not just availability. We put every caregiver through a rigorous 7-step screening process. Plus, our proprietary Transparency Room technology lets you monitor care from anywhere, giving you peace of mind whether you’re in Green Valley or across the country.
Our live-in care services provide around-the-clock supervision and companionship in the comfort and safety of your loved one’s own home. Whether your family member needs help with daily living activities or simply shouldn’t be left alone, we match them with experienced caregivers who become trusted companions, which makes all the difference in maintaining quality of life while aging in place.
Live-in care means your senior loved one receives consistent support from a dedicated caregiver who truly knows them. We don’t rotate caregivers every few hours like some agencies. Instead, we assign one professional who lives in the home and provides continuous assistance. This consistency helps older adults feel more secure and builds meaningful relationships that enhance emotional wellbeing.
Many families don’t realize that companion care is a vital component of our live-in services. Loneliness and social isolation affect countless aging adults in Tucson, especially those who’ve lost a spouse or whose families live far away. Our caregivers provide meaningful companionship through conversation, activities, and emotional support that goes beyond basic tasks.
Companion care within our live-in model means your loved one always has someone to talk with, share meals with, and enjoy daily life alongside. We’re working closely with families to create care plans that include outings, hobbies, and social engagement. This holistic approach to elder care addresses both physical and emotional needs, helping seniors live safely and happily at home.
Our live-in caregivers also provide personal care services that help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and mobility support. As we age, these tasks can become challenging or even unsafe to do alone. That’s why having a trained professional available around the clock makes such a profound difference in quality of life and safety.
Personal care is delivered with respect and dignity. We understand that accepting help with intimate tasks isn’t easy. Our caregivers receive ongoing training in compassionate techniques that preserve your loved one’s independence while ensuring they’re clean, comfortable, and well-groomed every day.
Step 01
You’ll reach out to our local office by phone or online. We’ll listen to your concerns and schedule a convenient time for a free in-home consultation. Most families hear back within a few hours during business days.
Step 02
Our team visits your loved one’s home in Tucson to assess care needs and get to know them personally. We discuss daily routines, health challenges, personality traits, and family preferences. This thorough assessment ensures we create the best care plan possible.
Step 03
We develop a personalized care plan tailored to your family member’s specific needs and schedule. You’ll receive transparent pricing with no hidden fees. There’s no pressure to decide immediately—we want you to feel confident and comfortable.
Step 04
We carefully match your loved one with a caregiver based on personality, experience, and your family’s requirements. You’ll meet the caregiver before services begin. If the match isn’t perfect, we’ll find someone better suited to your needs.
Step 05
Your dedicated caregiver arrives and begins providing compassionate support. Families can access our Transparency Room portal to view schedules, read caregiver notes, and send messages. We stay in touch regularly to ensure satisfaction and adjust the care plan as needs evolve.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Our Transparency Room technology provides family caregivers with 24/7 access to care updates, schedules, and direct communication with our local team.
Challenge
Limited public transportation
What It Looks Like
Tucson’s sprawling layout and minimal transit options leave seniors isolated and unable to reach medical appointments, grocery stores, or social activities independently.
How We Help
We provide reliable transportation and companionship for all daily activities, helping seniors maintain independence and community connections.
Challenge
Finding trustworthy overnight care
Families worry about leaving elderly parents alone at night when falls, medical emergencies, or confusion are most likely to occur.
How We Help
Our live-in caregivers provide around-the-clock presence, ensuring urgent needs are addressed immediately and families can rest easy knowing someone’s always there.
Challenge
Managing complex care plans
Seniors with dementia, chronic conditions, or post-hospital recovery needs require specialized care that’s hard for family members to coordinate alone.
How We Help
We develop personalized care plans with input from nurses and healthcare professionals, then provide dedicated caregivers trained in your loved one’s specific conditions.
Challenge
Balancing cost with quality care
Many Tucson families struggle to afford quality home care services while managing other expenses, leading to difficult choices about their loved one’s safety.
How We Help
We offer competitive pricing and flexible scheduling from a few hours to full-time care, making compassionate support accessible to more families.
Preferred Care at Home serves families throughout Tucson and the surrounding Southern Arizona communities. Our local team provides quick response times and understands the unique needs of Arizona seniors.
We Serve:
Mount Lemmon
Tucson
Arizona City
Coolidge
Eloy
Florence
Red Rock
Casa Grande
Oracle
San Manuel
Marana
Vail
Green Valley
Huachuca City
Nogales
Patagonia
Saint David
Sonoita
Tubac
Rio Rico
Sahuarita
Live-in care in Tucson typically costs less than you might expect, often significantly less than assisted living facilities or nursing homes. The exact cost depends on your loved one’s care needs and schedule. Most families find that 24-hour live-in care costs between $3,000 and $8,000 monthly. We provide free consultations and transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our team will work with you to create an affordable care plan that fits your budget while ensuring the highest quality support for your senior loved one.
We’ve been serving families since 1984, giving us over 40 years of home care expertise. Unlike corporate chains, we’re a locally owned franchise backed by a family-run company that’s now in its third generation of caregiving professionals. Every caregiver goes through our rigorous 7-step screening process. We match caregivers to clients based on personality and life experience, not just availability. Plus, our Transparency Room technology lets you monitor care from anywhere, which families living in Phoenix or out of state really appreciate.
Live-in care works best when your loved one needs around-the-clock supervision, has dementia or mobility challenges, or shouldn’t be left alone for safety reasons. It’s also ideal if you want one consistent caregiver building a relationship with your family member. Visiting care (a few hours per day or week) suits families who just need help with specific tasks like meal prep, bathing, or companionship for part of the day. During our free consultation, we’ll assess your unique needs and recommend the best approach for your situation and budget.
Most families can begin care within 3 to 7 days after the initial consultation, though we can often accommodate urgent needs faster if necessary. The timeline depends on completing the assessment, developing your personalized care plan, and finding the right caregiver match for your loved one’s personality and needs. For urgent situations like post-hospital discharge, we prioritize scheduling and can sometimes start services within 24 to 48 hours. We’ll give you a clear timeline during your consultation.
If you’re noticing your parent struggling with daily activities, experiencing frequent falls, forgetting medications, or showing signs of confusion or wandering, it’s worth getting an assessment. Live-in care becomes essential when aging adults can’t safely be left alone due to dementia, mobility limitations, or chronic health conditions requiring monitoring. Many families reach out after a hospital stay when their loved one needs intensive support during recovery. If you’re feeling anxious about your parent’s safety when you’re not there, trust that instinct and schedule a free consultation.
Yes! Our caregivers receive ongoing training in best practices for elder care, dementia support, and safety protocols. We conduct regular quality checks through our Transparency Room system and direct communication with families. Each caregiver’s performance is monitored continuously. If your loved one’s needs change, we adjust the care plan and provide additional caregiver training as needed. We also stay in close contact with healthcare professionals involved in your family member’s treatment to ensure coordinated, comprehensive support.
We provide compassionate hospice and end-of-life care services that allow your loved one to remain comfortable and dignified at home during life’s final chapter. Our caregivers work closely with hospice providers, following the established treatment plan while offering personal care, comfort measures, and emotional support. We understand this is an incredibly difficult time. Our team provides respite for family members, ensures your loved one is never alone, and helps create peaceful final days surrounded by familiar surroundings and the people they love.
Our live-in caregivers can assist with many personal care needs and medication reminders. We develop care plans that coordinate both personal and medical support when needed. During your consultation, we’ll discuss your loved one’s specific health challenges and explain exactly what our team can provide versus what requires licensed medical staff. Many families benefit from a combination of our live-in support plus periodic nurse visits.
We prioritize caregiver consistency because we know how important that relationship is for your loved one’s wellbeing and peace of mind. When your regular caregiver needs time off, we provide a carefully screened backup caregiver who’s already familiar with your family member’s care plan and preferences. We give you advance notice whenever possible and ensure smooth transitions. If you’re ever unhappy with a caregiver match, we’ll find a replacement who better suits your loved one’s personality and needs. Your satisfaction is our priority.
We serve Tucson and the entire greater Tucson area, including communities like Green Valley, Marana, Oro Valley, Vail, and surrounding towns. Our local office allows us to respond quickly to inquiries and urgent care needs throughout Southern Arizona. Most families receive a call back within a few hours during business days. For urgent situations, we can often begin services within 24 to 48 hours. Having a team based right here in Tucson means we understand the community, know the hospitals and healthcare providers, and can be there fast when your family needs us.
