Your loved one wants to stay home, connected to life, neighbors, and daily routine. Preferred Care at Home provides in-home companion care across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads that keeps that connection strong.
The US Census Bureau reports that 15.4% of Virginia Beach residents are age 65 or older (2019-2023), one of the largest aging populations in Hampton Roads. Preferred Care at Home has supported older adults throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads with experienced-only caregiver referrals and no entry-level placements, backed by more than 40 years of home care experience.
What sets this location apart is direct Long Term Care insurance assistance, from helping your family understand your policy to filing claims on your behalf. We are VA-contracted, meaning we staff veteran companion care cases faster than most local providers without the delays that leave families in limbo.
Companion care services in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads are built around one goal: keeping your loved one connected, active, and on a routine that works. For older adults living alone or managing early signs of Dementia, a consistent companion visit each week can make a real difference in mood, wellness, and safety at home.
Caregivers provide companionship through conversation, shared activities, reading, and accompanying clients to appointments. Services are available from one hour to full-day schedules, so families can start small and adjust as needs change.
Homemaker care covers the household chores and errands that pile up when a person can no longer keep pace on their own. For families in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads, that often means grocery shopping, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry for a parent who is no longer comfortable managing it alone.
Caregivers assist with the tasks that keep a house running smoothly, so your loved one stays comfortable without depending on family for every errand. Meals are planned around personal preferences and health considerations, including dietary restrictions.
Personal care becomes essential when physical changes make daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and mobility harder to manage safely. For seniors in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads whose care needs have grown beyond companionship, personal care services provide hands-on assistance that protects dignity and reduces risk at home.
Caregivers assist with activities of daily living and work alongside companion care to fulfill a complete support plan. If you are unsure which level of care fits, we assess needs during your free consultation.
Virginia Beach sits within Hampton Roads, home to one of the largest veteran populations in the United States. The US Census Bureau (ACS 2019-2023) estimates 53,555 veterans in Virginia Beach alone, and Preferred Care at Home is contracted directly with the VA to serve them. Eligible veterans and surviving spouses across Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads access companion care with faster intake and fewer administrative barriers.
We guide veteran families through Aid and Attendance benefits, spousal survivor eligibility, and Long Term Care insurance claims to reduce the financial burden of starting care. If you are a veteran or surviving spouse concerned about how to pay for home care, call us at (757) 355-5080.
The Transparency Room is a secure online portal that gives family members real-time visibility into every visit, caregiver note, and scheduled appointment. For families in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads with adult children stationed elsewhere or relocated for work, it removes the daily anxiety of not knowing what is happening at home.
You can view visit confirmations, read caregiver notes, assign tasks, access invoices, and hear voice messages from your phone or computer. This level of oversight is not available through most companion care providers in Hampton Roads.
Step 01
You reach out, and we respond the same day to learn what you need.
Step 02
We visit your home in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake or anywhere across Hampton Roads to assess your loved one’s routine and care needs.
Step 03
You receive a customized care plan matched to your schedule and budget.
Step 04
We match your loved one with a caregiver based on personality, experience, and background through our 7-step screening process.
Step 05
Care starts, and you have full access to the Transparency Room from day one.
Companion care across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads reflects a community shaped by military service, coastal weather, and seniors aging in place.
Challenge
What It Looks Like
How We Help
Rising hourly costs and tight caregiver supply
Description
Care.com reports Virginia Beach rates averaging $20.11/hr (January 2026) as demand increases and local supply tightens.
How We Help
We build a schedule around actual routines so you start at the right hour count without overpaying from week one.
Problem
Large aging and veteran population with concentrated care demand
Description
With 15.4% of residents age 65+ and 53,555 veterans, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Hampton Roads carry one of the highest local companion care needs in the state.
How We Help
VA-contracted status means eligible veterans receive faster case staffing than most non-contracted local providers can offer.
Problem
Remote family members unable to confirm care is happening
Description
Adult children stationed at other installations or relocated for work cannot easily verify visits, safety checks, or caregiver reliability.
How We Help
The Transparency Room provides real-time visit records, caregiver notes, and task tracking accessible from any device, anywhere.
Problem
Confusion between companion care, personal care, and skilled nursing
Description
Families often select the wrong care level, leaving gaps in medication reminders, meals, or mobility support.
How We Help
We assess your loved one’s needs during a free consultation and recommend the right service combination before care begins.
Problem
Competitors rarely explain VA or LTC insurance funding as actionable steps
Description
Veterans and LTC policyholders delay starting care because the funding process feels too complicated to navigate.
How We Help
We handle Long Term Care insurance claims on your behalf and walk veterans through Aid and Attendance eligibility step by step.
Problem
Colder months and shorter days increase isolation and depression risk
Description
Fewer outings and less sunlight during fall and winter reduce social contact, increasing loneliness and lowering daily motivation.
How We Help
Scheduled companion visits during the week maintain routine, friendship, and connection even when outdoor activity slows down.
Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach has continued this tradition by only referring the most reliable, compassionate, experienced, and affordable caregivers to clients’ homes or care facilities.
We Serve:
Care.com reports an average rate of $20.11 per hour for companion care in Virginia Beach as of January 2026. Weekly costs vary based on scheduled hours and whether VA benefits or Long Term Care insurance reduce your out-of-pocket expense. We provide a clear cost estimate during your free in-home consultation.
Three things set us apart: experienced-only caregiver referrals, VA-contracted veteran staffing, and hands-on Long Term Care insurance claims support. We refer only caregivers with verified experience, with no entry-level placements. VA-contracted status allows faster staffing for veteran households across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Hampton Roads, and we file Long Term Care insurance claims on your family’s behalf.
Most families in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Hampton Roads begin companion care within a few days of their initial consultation. We match your loved one with a caregiver whose personality and experience fit your needs. For veteran households, VA-contracted status allows faster staffing than non-contracted agencies.
Companion care is non-medical in-home support that focuses on connection, routine, and practical help with daily tasks. It includes social interaction, conversation, light household support, meal preparation, and senior transportation for older adults staying independent at home. In Virginia Beach, where 15.4% of residents are age 65 or older (US Census Bureau, 2019-2023), companion care is one of the most requested non-medical services across Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads.
Most companion care visits cover a combination of these services:
Conversation and social interaction
Running errands and grocery shopping
Meal preparation and light cooking
Light housekeeping, laundry, and cleaning
Senior transportation to appointments and events
Medication reminders
Wellness check-ins and safety reassurance
For hands-on personal assistance with bathing or dressing, Personal care services apply instead.
Watch for missed medications, cancelled appointments, increasing loneliness, withdrawal from friends, and a house that is harder to keep clean.
Missed medications or confusion about daily routines
Cancelled or forgotten appointments
Increasing loneliness, depression, or isolation
Withdrawal from neighbors and community activities
Household chores, laundry, or cleaning falling behind
Family members feeling increasingly concerned after check-in calls
When two or more apply, a regular companion visit each week can restore structure and reduce isolation.
Most families start with 4 to 8 hours per week, built around existing appointments, errands, and meal routines. A few hours a week can fill the most critical gaps: grocery shopping, meal preparation, and a regular companion visit. Care.com reports a Virginia Beach average of $20.11 per hour as of January 2026, making 4 to 8 hours an affordable starting point for families across Chesapeake and Hampton Roads.
Yes. Caregivers assist with medical appointments, prescription pickups, grocery shopping, and social events across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Hampton Roads. For older adults where driving has become a safety risk, caregiver-assisted transportation keeps routines intact and is included as part of companion care scheduling.
Veterans may qualify for VA-funded care or Aid and Attendance benefits, and we file Long Term Care insurance claims on your family’s behalf. Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach is contracted directly with the VA for eligible veterans and surviving spouses across Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads. For LTC insurance holders, we assist with understanding your policy, eliminating the elimination period, and filing claims so you do not manage that paperwork.
The Transparency Room portal gives family members real-time visit confirmations, caregiver notes, and task updates accessible from any device. Authorized family members view visit records, check task completion, and access invoices anytime. For families in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and all of Hampton Roads with adult children stationed elsewhere, this daily contact removes the uncertainty that drives most companion care anxiety.
