The 10 Best Home Health Agencies for Seniors in Sarasota County, FL for 2025

"My husband used Baycare HomeCare, which was arranged through the rehab he was in. He had physical therapy, speech therapy, and some assistance with showering. They were excellent. The nurses were very good. I like the CNAs and the physical therapists..."

"Aveanna Home Health - Sarasota, FL was terrific. The doctor had ordered it for my husband. They had physical therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing staff that came regularly. There was nothing I disliked; I liked everything about them. Their phys..."

"Great company with dedicated staff. Quality all the way. Employees are happy and deliver the care with pride. Class act..."

Nothing is more important than family. Our family is there to strengthen us through trials, celebrate with us in the good times and stick with us through the rough patches. When a member of our family loses some or all of the ability to help themselves, we want to do our best to allow them to live life on their terms and allow them the most independence possible. Every situation is different, and every person has unique needs, but no matter what challenges your loved one may be facing, Family First Home Care can help you determine the best course of care that offers the optimum level of independence for your loved one. Quality care comes from quality caregivers and we know our clients want to see familiar faces, caregivers they recognize and know they can trust. Our employees are full time employees (not contractors) who are licensed, bonded and insured. They are subject to five background checks, go through personality and skills assessment s and must have at least two years of homecare experience. Family First will only hire the "best of the best" in homecare and this quality trickles down to the highest quality of care provided continuously by the same caregivers. Family First Homecare is a locally owned private duty nursing company specializing in providing long term solutions to individuals needing care in the privacy and comfort of their own home. As Medicare is limited in coverage of home health services extending beyond nursing visits and therapy we offer solutions to families needing care that requires nurses and/or home health aides for hours at a time. These services are traditionally paid for privately and may also be covered through our partnerships with long term insurance companies, worker’s compensation and private insurance. Family First’s Area of Specialty Provided in the Home: 1 to 24 hours/day Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse in home care for complex skilled nursing care 1 to 24 hours/day of Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide in home care for bathing/personal care assistance/transfers 1 to 24 hours/day Companion in home services for homemaker, companion, transportation Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy Visits up to an hour Registered Nurse Visits up to an hour for IV therapy, woundcare management, chronic health condition management, medication management, and post hospitalization assessments Call us today for a free initial assessment and consultation with our Administrator/Owner Doug Drabina to see if home health care is the right decision for you or your family!

"I used them after my Dad broke his neck and I wanted to bring him home from the nursing home. I worked with Carmen and he was great! He got us a couple of people to try till we found one who was perfect & wonderful and then suggested the fill in per..."

If you are recovering from illness, injury or surgery, our skilled medical team of caregivers will create a safe, supportive and professional environment in your home. As America's leader in home health care, we pledge to maintain the highest quality standards in the delivery of our care. We are dedicated to your full recovery and return to a fulfilling life with services that include skilled nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy, medical social workers and certified home health aides.

Independent Lifestyles . . . more than a business name, it's the guiding philosphy of Chareese Peters, personal home health companion. Chareese provides the opportunity for Sarasota's seniors to enjoy a more stress-free lifestyle by offering an array of personal services to lighten the load of their everyday obligations. Chareese's approach to creating an independent lifestyle is based on enhancing the quality of life for people who have the desire to maintain an active life at a time when it becomes more difficult to do everything they would like to. Her personal assistance yields benefits such as: Simplifying life Creating life balance Defining and achieving personal goals Providing peace of mind for family members Some specific services that Chareese provides for seniors who wish to remain independent in their own homes, yet need a little assistance, include: Household Management Bill Paying Companion Services Transportation Appointment Setting Concierge Services Exercise Assistance Shower Visits Facilitate Entertainment and Social Activities House Monitoring (while you're away) For people who have decided that they are ready to move from their home to an assisted living facility (ALF), Chareese also provides private duty services that go beyond what the ALF offers. As many people who choose to live in ALFs are simply no longer interested in keeping up a house yet want to continue to experience life, Chareese is ready to help. Folks who may need to reside in a nursing home can also benefit from Chareese's services and special attention.