Our hospice support services provide compassionate companionship and comfort care during life’s final chapter. Whether your loved one transitions from the hospital and needs support at home, or they want to remain in familiar surroundings instead of inpatient hospice, we’re there. In Tucson’s warm climate, we help families create peaceful moments on patios and in the familiar surroundings that bring comfort.
We focus on quality of life and spiritual well-being, not just medical tasks. Our caregivers provide emotional support, help manage symptoms through medication reminders, and give family members the respite care they need to remain strong. You can trust us to treat your loved one with the same respect we’d show our own family.
Personal care services help your loved one maintain dignity through assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene. These intimate tasks require patience and compassion. Our caregivers understand how to provide gentle assistance while honoring preferences and wishes, whether they need help a few hours each week or continuous support.
We adapt to changing needs quickly. As illness progresses, we adjust care plans without requiring new paperwork or delays. Your loved one remains comfortable in their own home, surrounded by memories and the people who matter most. Our programs are designed to provide personalized care that evolves with your family’s journey.
Family caregivers carry an enormous burden. You’re managing emotions, coordinating with physicians and social workers, and providing physical care week after week. Our respite care services give you time to rest, attend appointments, or simply step away from the difficult journey for a few hours.
We provide reliable coverage so you can maintain your own health and focus on being present emotionally rather than physically exhausted. Our team ensures your loved one receives quality care while you recharge. Supporting families means supporting the whole family, including volunteers from hospice programs and community resources.
Loneliness and fear often accompany terminal illness. Our caregivers provide genuine companionship, sitting with your loved one during difficult moments. We listen to stories, hold hands, and offer unwavering support through the emotional and spiritual challenges of this journey.
In Tucson, where many families live far from aging parents, this emotional connection becomes even more vital. We bridge the gap when adult children can’t be present every day. Our team communicates regularly with family members through our Transparency Room portal, keeping everyone connected throughout each week of this difficult time.
Homemaker care services maintain a clean, comfortable environment during hospice. We handle light housekeeping tasks, laundry, and meal preparation so your loved one’s home remains peaceful. Fresh meals prepared to their preferences bring small moments of joy and comfort each day.
We coordinate with hospice teams to ensure dietary needs align with care plans. If swallowing becomes difficult or appetite changes, we adapt. Our focus remains on comfort, dignity, and respect for wishes. These daily tasks help clients remain in their own homes with the support they need.
Step 01
You call us, and you’ll hear back quickly. We understand this is an urgent need, especially when loved ones transition from the hospital or when symptoms change suddenly. Our Tucson team responds with compassion and arranges a consultation at a time that works for your family.
Step 02
We meet with you and your loved one to understand their specific needs, preferences, and wishes. We discuss the current care plan from your hospice provider and identify where additional support would help most. Our focus is helping them remain at home comfortably.
Step 03
We create a personalized care plan that complements your hospice services and community resources. Whether you need assistance with bathing, overnight coverage, or meal preparation, we design services around your family’s unique situation and help you access additional helpful programs.
Step 04
We carefully match caregivers based on personality, not just availability. If your loved one values quiet companionship, we provide that. If they prefer conversation and activity, we match accordingly. This thoughtful approach creates genuine connections that help patients remain comfortable and supported.
Step 05
Care starts, often within days of your call. Our Transparency Room portal keeps family members updated with caregiver notes, schedules, and messages throughout each week. We adjust the care plan as needs change, ensuring continuous comfort throughout the journey.
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We work with your hospice team to assess if additional home support can help patients remain at home comfortably. When inpatient care becomes necessary, we support the transition and can continue care if your loved one returns home.
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Coordination with Multiple Providers
Managing physicians, hospice nurses, social workers, volunteers, and home care creates confusion. Families don’t know who to call when needs change or challenging moments arise during the week.
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We work closely with TMC Hospice and other local providers to ensure seamless coordination. Our focus is clear communication. One call to us means your concerns reach the right people quickly.
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Finding Compassionate Caregivers
Not every caregiver has the emotional strength for hospice support. Families worry about finding someone genuinely compassionate who understands both physical and spiritual needs and won’t feel like a stranger in their home.
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Our 7-step screening process identifies caregivers with proven hospice experience. We match based on personality to create authentic connections, not just schedule coverage. Our programs ensure caregivers receive ongoing support too.
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Managing Symptoms at Home
Pain management, medication schedules, and symptom changes require constant attention. Family caregivers feel overwhelmed trying to provide comfort care while managing their own emotions, especially when symptoms worsen week by week.
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We provide experienced personal care assistance and coordinate with your hospice team’s plan. Our caregivers recognize symptom changes early and communicate with nurses promptly so clients remain as comfortable as possible.
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
Cost depends on how many hours of support you need each week and the level of care required. Most Tucson families spend between $25 and $35 per hour for compassionate hospice support services. We offer flexible scheduling from just a few hours weekly to 24-hour live-in care. Our consultations are always free, and we’ll work with you to create a care plan that fits your budget while honoring your loved one’s wishes. We can also help you access community resources and programs that may provide financial assistance.
We’ve been providing compassionate care since 1984, giving us over 40 years of experience supporting families through life’s most difficult moments. Unlike agencies that just fill schedules, we match caregivers based on personality to create genuine connections. Our Transparency Room technology keeps distant family members connected with real-time updates throughout each week. Plus, we coordinate seamlessly with local hospice providers like TMC Hospice, TMC Inpatient Hospice, and community resources to ensure comprehensive support without gaps or confusion. Our mission focuses on helping patients remain at home with dignity.
Inpatient hospice facilities like Peppi’s House Inpatient Unit and TMC Inpatient Hospice provide excellent medical management when symptoms become difficult to control at home. In-home hospice care works beautifully when your loved one wants to remain in familiar surroundings with family nearby. Many families start with home care and transition to inpatient only if needed. We help you evaluate which option honors your loved one’s preferences while ensuring comfort and dignity throughout their journey. Our programs can support either choice.
We typically begin care within 24 to 48 hours of your initial call. We understand this is urgent, especially when loved ones transition from the hospital or when family caregivers reach exhaustion. Our Tucson team moves quickly through consultation, caregiver matching, and care plan development. If you need immediate support, we’ll arrange temporary coverage while finalizing the perfect caregiver match. The goal is getting help in place fast so your loved one receives comfort care without delay.
If you’re noticing your loved one struggles with daily tasks like bathing or meal preparation, or if family caregivers feel exhausted week after week, it’s time for additional support. When your hospice team mentions needing more eyes on symptoms, or when you worry about leaving them alone, these signal the need for professional assistance. If they’ve recently transitioned from the hospital and managing care at home feels overwhelming, that’s another clear sign. A free consultation helps us assess specific needs and recommend the right level of care for your situation.
Yes! We provide around-the-clock support for families who need continuous presence. Our 24-hour live-in care services ensure someone is always there to provide comfort and respond to changing needs. This gives family members peace of mind knowing their loved one never faces difficult moments alone. We also offer flexible hourly schedules if you don’t need full-time coverage. Our focus is helping patients remain comfortable at home regardless of the hour.
We work closely with your existing hospice providers, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and volunteers. Our caregivers follow the care plan established by your hospice team and communicate any symptom changes or concerns immediately. We attend care team meetings when helpful and ensure everyone stays aligned on your loved one’s wishes and comfort goals. Our mission is seamless collaboration that prevents confusion and ensures quality care. We also connect families with community resources and programs when additional support would help.
Our caregivers offer genuine companionship during life’s most challenging moments. They sit with your loved one, listen to stories, hold hands, and provide comfort when fear or loneliness arise. We understand that emotional and spiritual support matters as much as physical assistance. Caregivers respect your loved one’s spiritual beliefs and can coordinate with chaplains or volunteers from hospice programs. They also support family members by offering a compassionate presence, answering questions, and simply being there during the difficult journey. This unwavering support helps everyone feel less alone.
Absolutely. Family caregivers often push themselves to exhaustion trying to be present every moment, week after week. Our respite care services provide reliable coverage for a few hours or overnight so you can rest, attend appointments, or maintain your own health. Taking breaks doesn’t mean you’re abandoning your loved one. It means you’re strong enough to sustain the journey ahead while ensuring they receive quality care. Our programs help family caregivers remain emotionally and physically capable of providing love and support.
Yes, we serve veterans and coordinate with VA hospice programs. Many veterans qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits that help cover in-home care costs. We can connect you with community resources to help navigate these benefits and other programs available to older adults who served our country. Our team understands the unique needs of veterans and provides care with the respect and dignity they deserve. Our mission includes ensuring those who served can remain at home comfortably during their final chapter.
