Compassionate in-home care, hourly, overnight, or 24/7
Compassionate home care guided by registered nurses for seniors across Florida's First Coast. We offer hourly, overnight, and 24/7 care to fit your family's needs.
Our family, caring for your family, since 2010
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Always Responsive Home Care · (904) 204-2046 · arhomecare.com
Signs it's time for home care
If you have started to notice changes in your loved one, you are not alone. Seeing these signs is a normal part of caring for someone as they age, and it does not mean you or anyone else has failed. Check what you are seeing, then use the guide at the end to find a good next step.
Is it time for home care?
Check the signs you have noticed in your loved one, and we will
suggest the kind of care that fits.
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What we suggest for your loved one
Get ahead of it
This is the best time to start. A caregiver a few hours a week can help with meals, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, rides and companionship. 24/7 Virtual Care adds support between visits. Starting early lets your loved one build trust with a caregiver before a crisis.
Regular help
Consider hourly care several days a week for bathing, dressing, grooming, meals and medication reminders, with 24/7 Virtual Care in between.
Don't wait
Consider longer daily visits, overnight care or 24/7 care. Help getting around safely can lower the chance of another fall.
Ask about dementia care
Memory changes have many causes, so share what you see with your loved one's doctor. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care gives your loved one steady routines and familiar faces.
Coming home from the hospital? Short-term help after a hospital stay can make the first weeks home safer and easier.
If you checked a few of these
A few checks are a good reason to talk with someone. We offer a free assessment in your loved one's home to talk through what would help now and what may help later. A real person answers our phone day and night.
Change my answersWhy First Coast families choose us
Families here tell us it's our people that make the difference. Our caregivers come from right here in the area, and our office is quick to respond, easy to reach, and always happy to help.
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A local team, close to home
Mariella Sajkowski leads the office as Executive Director. Our registered nurses oversee every caregiver and create personalized care plans that meet or go beyond what Florida requires.
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Someone answers, day or night
Whenever you need us, day or night and on holidays too, you'll reach a real person who can help, 365 days a year. Our office responds quickly, and you'll never feel like just another number.
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The right caregiver, or a quick change
We match each caregiver to your loved one's needs and personality. If the fit isn't right, tell us and we'll make a change quickly, without a gap in care.
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Trained for Alzheimer's and dementia
Our caregivers are trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care and keep learning new memory care techniques, so your loved one is in patient, capable hands.
Care for every situation
One-on-one care from a caregiver who gets to know your loved one, from a few hours a week to around the clock.
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Hourly care Care for the hours your loved one needs, with a schedule built around their routine. Many families start with five hours a day, five days a week, and adjust as needs change.
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24/7 care Awake caregivers are with your loved one around the clock, ready to help at any hour of the day or night. Complete coverage and total care, whenever it's needed.
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Overnight care An awake caregiver stays through the night, ready to help your loved one whenever they need it. Your family can rest easy knowing someone is watching over them while the house sleeps.
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24/7 Virtual Care Discreet safety sensors watch over your loved one around the clock, ideal for someone who doesn't quite need a caregiver yet. It also pairs perfectly with hourly care to cover the hours between visits.
What families are saying
We brought Always Responsive Home Care into our home to care for my husband, and their caregiver, Adwoa, quickly became part of our family. She was gentle and patient with him, and she always treated him with dignity. She noticed the little things, like how he liked his coffee and when he needed a rest before he said a word. The office team was just as wonderful. Every time I called, someone answered and took care of what we needed. Knowing he was in such good hands gave me peace of mind I hadn't felt in a long time. Thank you, Adwoa and the whole Always Responsive team. We are so grateful.
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Communities we serve across Florida's First Coast
Our office is located in Ponte Vedra, but our caregivers support families throughout Florida's First Coast. We are proud to serve the following communities.
- Anastasia Island
- Armstrong
- Atlantic Beach
- Beverly Beach
- Bunnell
- Butler Beach
- Crescent Beach
- Davis Shores
- Deerwood
- Durbin Park
- Elkton
- Espanola
- Flagler Beach
- Flagler Estates
- Fruit Cove
- Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club
- Hastings
- Hunter's Ridge
- Isle of Palms
- Jacksonville
- Jacksonville Beach
- Julington Creek
- King & Bear
- Korona
- Marsh Creek
- Marsh Landing
- Neptune Beach
- Nocatee
- Ormond Beach
- Pablo Creek Reserve
- Painters Hill
- Palencia
- Palm Coast
- Palm Valley
- Plantation Bay
- Ponte Vedra
- Ponte Vedra Beach
- Queen's Harbour
- RiverTown
- Sawgrass
- Selva Marina
- South Ponte Vedra Beach
- Spuds
- St. Augustine
- St. Augustine Beach
- St. Augustine Shores
- St. Johns
- Summer Haven
- Switzerland
- The Hammock
- Vilano Beach
- World Golf Village
Our Mission
We exist to deliver exceptional home care services with superior customer service, while ensuring our staff is valued and treated with respect.
How our First Coast caregivers help
Families across Ponte Vedra and the First Coast often call us when a loved one returns home from the hospital or rehab, or when everyday tasks start to feel like too much. Home care with us helps your loved one stay in the home they love, with comfort, safety and the right amount of help.
Our caregivers lend a hand with bathing, dressing and grooming, cook nourishing meals, remind your loved one about medications, keep the home tidy and help them get around safely, including those trips to the bathroom at night. They watch for small changes, like a fading appetite, and bring cheerful conversation and companionship to every visit.
We offer non-medical home care, so no doctor's order is required, and you set the schedule, from a few hours a week to overnight or 24-hour care. Our guide to home health care vs home care explains how the two differ. Start with a free in-home assessment from our office at Nocatee Town Center.
Frequently asked questions about home care
Still have a question? Call or text us. Someone is here to talk, any time of day.
(904) 204-2046Click or tap a question to see the answer.
What's the difference between home care and home health care?
Home care, also called non medical home care, helps your loved one with everyday activities so they can stay safe and comfortable at home. A trained caregiver or home health aide assists with personal care like bathing, dressing, and toileting, along with daily tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and companionship.
Home health care is skilled medical care provided by a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). It covers clinical tasks that require a nurse's oversight, such as IV therapy, wound care, and medication administration. Home health care is usually ordered by a doctor for a set period of time, often after a hospital stay.
Many families use both, with home care filling in the daily support between skilled nursing visits.
How quickly can care start?
In urgent situations, we can often start care the same day. For most families, care begins within one to two days. That gives us time to complete your free in home assessment, create a custom care plan for your loved one, and carefully match them with the right caregiver. We move quickly without cutting corners, because your loved one's safety and comfort always come first.
What happens during the free in home assessment?
During the free in home assessment, we take the time to get to know your loved one and your family, including their daily routines, preferences, and what matters most to them. We also complete a home safety assessment and share any recommendations to help prevent falls and make the home safer, at no charge. From there, we create a custom care plan and help you decide on the home care options and schedule that best fit your loved one's needs.
Will my loved one have the same caregiver each time?
We always do our best to keep the same caregiver with your loved one, and we note your preferences so every visit feels familiar and comfortable. Thanks to our low caregiver turnover and excellent training, most of our clients see the same friendly faces week after week. Of course, caregivers need time off and get sick sometimes too. When that happens, we let you know right away and send a wonderful, fully trained replacement who is already familiar with your loved one's care plan. That's the benefit of working with an agency. You're never left without help.
How much does home care cost?
The cost of in home care depends on several things, including where your loved one lives, how many hours of care they need, how often visits are scheduled, and the type of care required. Because every family's situation is different, the best way to get an accurate price is through our free in home assessment. There's no obligation, and we'll create a care plan that fits your loved one's needs. You'll always have a clear, written estimate before care begins, with no surprises.
How do I reach someone after hours or on weekends?
We're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Just call our main office number and ask to speak with someone. A real person from our team will help you right away, whether it's a schedule change, a question, or an unexpected situation. We're always here for you.
205 Marketside Avenue, Suite 200-5Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Our Ponte Vedra office
There's no need to come in, because we come to you. Call or text us any time, or send the form, and our Ponte Vedra team will set up a free in-home assessment at your loved one's home.
- Address
- 205 Marketside Avenue, Suite 200-5Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
- Call or text
- (904) 204-2046
- coastal@arhomecare.com