Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach

Offers Home Care

7 Reviews

2133 Upton Drive Ste 126-182

Virginia Beach

23454

Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach

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Caring110426550 2015-05-05 They helped me lighten my load.The caregivers are responsive and kind.They went above and beyond in helping me. Thank you Preferred Care at Home! I am a current client of this provider

5 5 1

Mike103108550 2014-12-17 The services provided by Preferred Care at Home for my mother have been exemplary. All of the caregivers have been attentive, and the franchise owners have shown their high level of interest and made frequent visits to the home. I am a current client of this provider

5 5 1

Happy in VA Beach! 2014-11-19 While planning for a trip to VA Beach for myself and my 80 year old Mom, I began my search for a home health care agency to assist me with my mother for our week long stay at the beach. I completed an online form on caring.com and received a very friendly voicemail from John, Shirley's husband, the very next day. He assured me that Shirley would be glad to provide me some assistance. I then spoke with Shirley and right away she asked me what I needed and what were my Mother's limitations. She then called back with someone in mind to assist us for the entire week. I am so pleased to have found Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach because they personalized my experience of using an agency out of my normal area with only a few days notice. Shirley and John came to the hotel where we stayed to meet us and bring all necessary documents about their company. That made me feel extra special that they took time to visit with us as soon as we arrived to VA Beach. They were able to talk with both me and Mom to get to know us and made us feel more like family and not just "another client" to them. Shirley provided us with 2 wonderful caregivers who were professional, on time, knowledgeable and caring. They were able to adapt to my Mother's needs right away. I have dealt with many agencies within the Northern Virginia area and I must say, I have never experienced such professionalism from an agency or caregivers as I received from Preferred Care at Home. I would highly recommend this company for anyone looking for the best care for a loved one! I only wish they were closer to me since I would like to have them provide me assistance on a full-time basis. I am thankful to Shirley and John for the care they provided me and my mother and will certainly use them again when we come back to Virginia Beach. Thanks again!! I am a past client of this provider

5 5 1

Caring82118450 2013-12-31 I am using Preferred Care because I needed a caregiver for my father who is 100% blind and has dementia. She comes in MWF for 3 hours a day. She is a military wife and therefore my father has this in common with her. He was in USN for 27 years. She is soft spoken and attentive - perfect for my dad. I am a current client of this provider

5 5 1

Caring8040 2013-09-20 This provider gave my mother an in-home assessment. The original person I had decided to be more flexible. If I need a caregiver in the future, I will use Preferred Care at Home. I am a current client of this provider

5 5 1

Caring40081 2013-09-20 I called looking for advice about skilled care and they were extremely helpful. I am a current client of this provider

5 5 1

needed assistance 2013-06-12 I interviewed this provider and found this company to be professional and caring. The provider was very engaging and knew exactly what my family needed to be able to care for our elderly father, so he can continue to live independently. I am very satisfy with our choice. I interviewed this provider

5 5 1

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Home Care Reviews for Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach

May 05, 2015

By Caring110426550

I am a current client of this provider

They helped me lighten my load.The caregivers are responsive and kind.They went above and beyond in helping me. Thank you Preferred Care at Home!

Provider Response

Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach is always happy to provide exceptional service to our clients. We value our clients and take pride in linking them with resources in the community as well as providing compassionate, professional and reliable caregivers.

December 17, 2014

By Mike103108550

I am a current client of this provider

The services provided by Preferred Care at Home for my mother have been exemplary. All of the caregivers have been attentive, and the franchise owners have shown their high level of interest and made frequent visits to the home.

November 19, 2014

By Happy in VA Beach!

I am a past client of this provider

While planning for a trip to VA Beach for myself and my 80 year old Mom, I began my search for a home health care agency to assist me with my mother for our week long stay at the beach. I completed an online form on caring.com and received a very friendly voicemail from John, Shirley's husband, the very next day. He assured me that Shirley would be glad to provide me some assistance. I then spoke with Shirley and right away she asked me what I needed and what were my Mother's limitations. She then called back with someone in mind to assist us for the entire week. I am so pleased to have found Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach because they personalized my experience of using an agency out of my normal area with only a few days notice. Shirley and John came to the hotel where we stayed to meet us and bring all necessary documents about their company. That made me feel extra special that they took time to visit with us as soon as we arrived to VA Beach. They were able to talk with both me and Mom to get to know us and made us feel more like family and not just "another client" to them. Shirley provided us with 2 wonderful caregivers who were professional, on time, knowledgeable and caring. They were able to adapt to my Mother's needs right away. I have dealt with many agencies within the Northern Virginia area and I must say, I have never experienced such professionalism from an agency or caregivers as I received from Preferred Care at Home. I would highly recommend this company for anyone looking for the best care for a loved one! I only wish they were closer to me since I would like to have them provide me assistance on a full-time basis. I am thankful to Shirley and John for the care they provided me and my mother and will certainly use them again when we come back to Virginia Beach. Thanks again!!

Provider Response

We genuinely care about all of our clients. We are happy that you selected us, and we feel we have made new friends. We do our best to treat all our clients with the same level or care and respect that we hope to receive for ourselves or our loved ones. Thank you for placing your trust with us to take care of your mom. It was our honor and pleasure! We look forward to seeing you and your mom again. John and Shirley

December 31, 2013

By Caring82118450

I am a current client of this provider

I am using Preferred Care because I needed a caregiver for my father who is 100% blind and has dementia. She comes in MWF for 3 hours a day. She is a military wife and therefore my father has this in common with her. He was in USN for 27 years. She is soft spoken and attentive - perfect for my dad.

September 20, 2013

By Caring8040

I am a current client of this provider

This provider gave my mother an in-home assessment. The original person I had decided to be more flexible. If I need a caregiver in the future, I will use Preferred Care at Home.

September 20, 2013

By Caring40081

I am a current client of this provider

I called looking for advice about skilled care and they were extremely helpful.

June 12, 2013

By needed assistance

I interviewed this provider

I interviewed this provider and found this company to be professional and caring. The provider was very engaging and knew exactly what my family needed to be able to care for our elderly father, so he can continue to live independently. I am very satisfy with our choice.

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About Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach in Virginia Beach, Virginia

At Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach, VA, we consider it a privilege to help our respected elders remain where they want to be - home. Safeguarding their ability to stay independent, with dignity, sometimes only requires a minimal amount of in-home care. It's our mission at Preferred Care at Home to alleviate that loneliness and bring joy and companionship. We do this by providing quality assistance wherever our clients need it"”in the home, assisted living community or nursing home. Our caregivers also travel with clients, providing transportation to the theater, doctor, church or coffee shop.

Companion care is available for one to 24 hours. It's an excellent choice for seniors who live alone or don't have a lot of family and friends nearby. It also works well for short-term respite care. The primary caregiver gets a much-needed break, and the senior loved has fun interacting with another caring person. And of course, companion care is included in our signature live-in service. Preferred Care at Home's extensive companion-care services includes the following.

Personal Interaction:

Engaging in companionship and conversation
Reminiscing about the past
Discussing current and historical events
Playing games and cards
Renting and playing movies
Maintaining a family scrapbook
Encouraging participation with crafts
Helping read
Directing morning wake-up and evening tuck-in
Helping select clothes
Mailing letters and bills
Monitoring eating patterns and diet
Inspecting food expiration dates
Maintaining a calendar
Arranging appointments and providing reminders

Social Interaction:

Planning visits, outings and trips
Visiting neighbors and friends
Encouraging interaction with loved ones
Encouraging participation in and assisting with community activities
Monitoring visitors

Providing transportation to:

Doctor appointments
The pharmacy
Social outings
Lunch or dinner
Plays and concerts
Movies
Religious services
Sporting events
Club meetings

Shirley Baptiste Zwahl is the Owner of Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach, servicing Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Suffolk.

Shirley's compassion as well as her passion for helping others has given her the ability to connect with people of all ages, and from all walks of life.

However, it was Shirley's personal experience seeking care for several family members that made her realize how challenging finding compassionate, reliable home care could be. Those personal experiences, as well as her desire to care for seniors and fellow veterans, are what fueled Shirley's decision to open Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach.

At Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach, our mission is to improve our clients' quality of life. We do this by providing reliable, compassionate and affordable caregivers to our clients in their homes, or wherever they happen to call home, to provide whatever services are needed.

Services Include:

Meal Preparation
Dress/Hygiene Assistance
Medication Reminders
Housekeeping
Companionship
Transportation
Alzheimer Care
24-hour on-call replacement service
Free Home Evaluation & 53 -point safety inspection

We are happy to offer a free in-home care assessment.

At Preferred Care at Home of Virginia Beach, if you're not happy neither are we. Very simply, "We will provide your loved one with care that is no less than we would provide our own family." We promise.

We offer as little as 1hr to 24 hrs of care

Caregiver Information

Caregiver Skills Include:

Ethics, Validation Therapy, Patient Transfers, Stress Management, Grief Issues, Family Communication, Transition Issues, Communicating with Dementia Patients

Caregivers bonded and insured: Yes, Our caregivers must pass a 7 step screening process, and are fully trained, bonded and insured Caregivers available 24 hours a day: Yes Available to assisted living facility: Yes

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