Home Care Near You

Provider of home care in North Port hugging senior patientAccording to the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, approximately 12 million people in the U.S. require some form of home health care, and over two-thirds are over the age of 65. However, finding professional home care can be a time-consuming and often stressful process. Thankfully, Visiting Angels® Venice makes it easy to find quality home care services near you in North Port, Florida, and the surrounding areas. 

Home care can be an excellent option for seniors that want to live at home but need help with daily tasks. But finding a nearby caregiver in the North Port, FL, area you can trust can be a time-consuming process, especially for families that are new to care at home. That's where Visiting Angels® Venice comes in. 

As a locally owned and operated nurse registry, we connect seniors with pre-qualified caregivers in the North Port area. Our services take the stress and uncertainty out of the caregiver selection process so you can quickly find the quality care your loved one deserves. Contact us today to get started.

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Is Your Loved One In Need of Essential Personal Home Care in North Port?

Living far from elderly relatives can leave adult children and grandchildren feeling out-of-the-loop. Many seniors aren't open about their needs, and will downplay their difficulties to avoid becoming a burden for their children. If you suspect your loved one in the North Port area is struggling, you can take action by providing them with the support of non-medical home care services from a compassionate local caregiver referred by Visiting Angels® Venice

You know your loved one best, so take note of anything out of the ordinary, as it might be a sign that they are in need of non-medical home care services in North Port. Paying close attention to your loved one's home, appearance, and behavior can provide you with valuable clues about their quality of life. Three key areas to examine include:

  • Their Home: Mess, clutter, or disorganization might be normal for some seniors, and completely out of character for others. If a normally tidy senior's home is showing signs of neglect or disarray, it may be because there are gaps in their physical or cognitive ability that are making it difficult for them to maintain the home.
  • Their Appearance: Just like with their homes, irregularities in a senior's hygiene and grooming habits can indicate that they are unwell. It may be due to a loss of motivation that has led them to feel that personal maintenance is unnecessary, or because memory loss has begun to impact their morning routine.
  • Their Behavior: Most seniors are creatures of habit, so sudden shifts in their behavior or routine are strong signs that something amiss. Mood swings, paranoia, and lethargy should be considered as particularly worrisome. 

Customized Home Care for North Port Area Seniors

No two seniors will have the same care needs - or the same schedule. That's why the caregivers in our referral network offer flexible scheduling and a wide range of essential home care services that can be tailored to every client's individual needs.

If your loved one needs help with daily tasks such as getting dressed, making breakfast, and doing the laundry, you may be considering a nursing home. But moving can be stressful and upsetting for seniors that prefer the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Additionally, nursing homes can be costly. Fortunately, seniors and their families in the North Port area can call on Visiting Angels Venice. We are a locally owned and operated nurse registry that provides referrals for caregivers in the area based on the services and skills your loved one requests. 

Home Care Services in North Port

Here are some of the services at Visiting Angels Venice most requested by our clients include:

  • Housekeeping and Cooking - This includes a variety of household tasks, such as loading the dishwasher, changing bed linens, vacuuming, dusting, and organizing.  Preparing healthy meals and snacks.
  • Help with Personal Care - From dressing and shaving to bathing and applying makeup, a caregiver can help your loved one get ready for the day with confidence. 
  • Fall Prevention and Mobility Assistance - The caregivers we refer can help your loved one navigate steps, get up from their favorite chair, and accompany them on daily walks. 
  • Transportation - Caregivers can drive your loved one to appointments and activities, help them run errands, and provide company and assistance while shopping. 
  • Specialized Memory Care - Alzheimer's care, dementia care, and Parkinson's care.
  • Comforting Companionship - From lively conversation to quiet company while watching TV, caregivers can offer comforting companionship that helps ease feelings of loneliness. Company on walks and during favorite activities. 
  • Medication Reminders - Medication and appointment reminders.
  • Respite Care - Reliable respite care for family caregivers.

Memory Care in North Port, FL

When your mother or father has a memory disorder, flexible care is a must. Whether your loved one is in an early stage of memory loss or a more advanced stage, their care needs to be able to adapt and change alongside their needs. Depending on your loved one's current symptoms and level of cognitive decline, you may find different forms of memory care in North Port to be most appropriate. Aid can range from casual help from family members, all the way to hospice care. If you are looking for maximum flexibility and individualized aid in the North Port area, consider an in-home memory care referral from Visiting Angels® Venice FL.

Identifying the Stages of Memory Loss

In order to choose the best memory care option for your loved one in North Port, it helps to understand the basic stages of memory loss. The following are just general guidelines, your loved one's physician will able to provide the most accurate information.

  1. Stage 1 shows no outward signs of memory loss or mood changes.
  2. Stage 2 is very mild forgetfulness or age-appropriate changes which are more likely noticed by the person affected than by anyone else.
  3. Stage 3 mild cognitive impairment may allow your loved one to get through the day, but changes become noticeable to others and testing may be appropriate.
  4. Stage 4 moderate dementia can start to disrupt daily tasks and cause psychological changes due to the sufferer's awareness that they aren't functioning normally.
  5. Stage 5 moderately severe dementia can make it hard to live an independent lifestyle due to a need for frequent assistance and the inability to recall basic facts.
  6. Stage 6 severe dementia requires most patients to need full-time care due to wandering, speaking issues, and sometimes severe changes in personality.
  7. Stage 7 very severe dementia is the final stage of dementia and care needs are constant.

As your loved one's memory loss increases and the symptoms of cognitive decline become increasingly apparent, you want the memory care they receive to stay relevant to their needs. One-on-one memory care in North Port ensures your loved one's specific needs are being met. If you would like to explore your options for in-home memory care near you, contact Visiting Angels Venice today.

How Home Care Referrals from Visiting Angels Venice Work

Visiting Angels Venice is a locally owned nurse registry helping families connect with qualified home care professionals in North Port, Venice, Englewood, Port Charlotte, and the surrounding areas. 

We understand how important it is to find top-quality home care in North Port you can trust. We also know that finding caregivers, interviewing, and checking credentials and availability can be a long and tedious process. With our professional caregiver referrals, you can leave the stress and worry of finding the right caregiver behind. You let us know your loved one’s needs and schedule, and we’ll provide you with a list of fully vetted caregivers we feel would make a great match. You can speak with as few or as many as you like, and choose the one you most prefer. If you would like to make a change at any time, let us know, and we’ll be happy to refer additional caregivers. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priority. 

With care referrals from Visiting Angels Venice, you can skip the vetting process and fast-forward to choosing from a pool of professional caregivers that have the training, expertise, and availability your loved one needs.

Senior Resources in North Port, FL

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No matter which caregiver you choose, you can rest assured your loved one in North Port will receive top-quality home care services. Our caregiver pre-qualification process includes verifying previous employment and experience and running background checks. We also look for qualities not found on resumes, including patience, compassion, and trustworthiness. Every caregiver in our registry is someone we would trust with our own loved ones. 

And getting started is easy! It begins with a phone call to schedule your free consultation. We'll come to your loved one's home in North Port, learn about their needs, routines, and preferences, and discuss how home care can help. We also offer our services to seniors living in Venice, Englewood, and Port Charlotte.

Then, we'll select caregivers from our nurse registry with the training, availability, and disposition to provide your loved one with top-quality care. From there, you can meet with each caregiver and choose the one you feel is the best fit. 

Every caregiver has undergone an extensive interview process to join our referral network. We verify references and previous employment, conduct background and criminal history checks, and spend time with each caregiver, getting to know their personalities and strengths. Every caregiver in our registry is someone we would trust with our own family members.

Ready to get started? Contact us at Visiting Angels Venice today to schedule a free home care consultation in North Port, Florida.

Serving Northport, Venice, Nokomis and Surrounding Areas

Visiting Angels VENICE, FL
871 Venetia Bay Blvd #201
Venice, FL 34285
Phone: 941-496-9600
NR30211676

Serving Northport, Venice, Nokomis and Surrounding Areas

Visiting Angels VENICE, FL
871 Venetia Bay Blvd #201
Venice, FL 34285
Phone: 941-496-9600
NR30211676
We arrange senior home care services in Englewood, Nokomis, North Port, Osprey, Placida, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Rotonda West, and Venice, Florida. We help seniors stay in their Venice home instead of moving.


"The challenges of getting to and from appointments are not insignificant for many residents in the SWFL/North Port/Sarasota area. Visiting Angels is a superb resource when a bit of extra help or companionship is needed. Everything from intake to scheduling to billing and payment is convenient, professional, and backed by caring staff at all levels. The service is not cheap, however, the peace of mind and level of care exhibited is worth every dollar to us. I highly recommend this Visiting Angels office, they have lifted a great anxiety from our shoulders!"

– Sheri G. (More reviews here)

Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐