Home care services in Fort Pierce provide personalized assistance for older adults and other individuals who want to remain in familiar surroundings while receiving help with everyday activities.
Horizon Care Services provides private-duty home care throughout Fort Pierce and other communities within its licensed service area. Depending on the client’s assessment and care plan, caregivers may assist with personal care, mobility, meals, companionship, medication reminders, transportation, errands and family respite.
Care is provided directly in private homes, condominiums and other residential settings. Care is coordinated through our North Palm Beach office at 784 US Highway 1.
Fort Pierce includes established residential neighborhoods, historic homes, condominium communities and newer developments. Each home presents different considerations for providing appropriate care.
A personalized care arrangement may account for:
Steps, narrow hallways or smaller bathrooms
Condominium entrances, elevators and visitor procedures
Mobility devices and transfer equipment
The location of frequently used household items
Transportation and appointment needs
Family members who live outside the area
Pets and established household routines
Storm-preparation and evacuation plans
The client’s preferred schedule
The amount of assistance the client can safely provide for themselves
Fort Pierce has several designated historic districts as well as residential areas closer to the coast. Horizon evaluates the client’s actual home environment rather than assuming that the same care arrangement will work in every residence. Learn more about the city through the official Fort Pierce website.
Private-duty home care may be helpful when someone:
Has difficulty bathing, dressing or grooming independently
Needs assistance walking or transferring
No longer prepares regular meals
Lives alone and would benefit from companionship
Needs reminders for medications or appointments
Is returning home after an emergency room visit or hospitalization
Is preparing for or recovering from a procedure
Lives with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease
Is undergoing cancer treatment
Receives hospice or rehabilitation services from another provider
Has family caregivers who need time to rest
Needs additional support during evenings or overnight
Has relatives who cannot be present every day
The appropriate level of care depends on the individual—not simply a diagnosis, age or living arrangement.
Changes in mobility, balance, endurance or memory can make everyday personal-care activities more challenging.
Depending on the care plan, a caregiver may assist with:
Bathing or showering
Dressing
Grooming
Oral-care reminders
Toileting and hygiene
Incontinence-care assistance
Getting settled comfortably in a bed or chair
Maintaining familiar morning and evening routines
Personal care is provided with attention to the client’s privacy, dignity, preferences and assessed abilities.
A caregiver may provide appropriate assistance when a client needs help moving through the home or transferring between stable surfaces.
Services may include:
Walking assistance
Bed-to-chair transfers
Wheelchair assistance
Bathroom transfers
Vehicle transfers
Repositioning assistance
Support using an approved walker or other mobility device
Caregivers perform only the transfer methods included in the care plan and for which they have the necessary training. Mechanical lifts, transfer belts and other equipment must be appropriate for the client and used according to applicable instructions.
A new or sudden decline in mobility should be reported to a physician or another qualified healthcare professional.
Preparing meals can become difficult because of reduced endurance, mobility limitations, memory changes or recovery from an illness or procedure.
Caregiver assistance may include:
Grocery shopping
Preparing meals and snacks
Following written dietary instructions
Serving meals
Providing permitted eating assistance
Offering hydration reminders
Cleaning the kitchen after meal preparation
Preparing food for later use
Caregivers do not independently create therapeutic diets or treat swallowing problems, dehydration, weight loss or malnutrition. Medical nutrition concerns should be discussed with a physician or registered dietitian.
A caregiver may remind the client that it is time to take medication according to an established schedule and written instructions.
Caregivers may also help clients keep track of:
Medical appointments
Prescription pickup
Transportation arrangements
Follow-up visits
Written discharge instructions
Questions to discuss with a healthcare professional
Caregivers do not prescribe medication, change dosages, decide whether medication should be withheld or independently administer medications unless the assigned professional is appropriately licensed and the service is authorized in the plan of care.
Living alone or spending extended periods without company can feel isolating. A caregiver can provide a familiar and reassuring presence while helping the client remain engaged in everyday life.
Companionship may include:
Conversation
Reading
Playing cards or simple games
Listening to music
Looking through photographs
Helping with correspondence
Accompaniment on an approved walk or outing
Assistance staying connected with friends and family
Support maintaining hobbies and familiar routines
Activities are based on the client’s preferences, abilities and energy level.
When included in the care arrangement, caregivers may provide transportation or accompaniment for:
Medical appointments
Follow-up visits
Grocery shopping
Pharmacy pickup
Banking or postal errands
Hair appointments
Social visits
Approved community activities
Transportation is provided only when the client can travel safely in a nonmedical vehicle. Horizon Care Services does not provide ambulance or emergency medical transportation.
Caregivers may help keep frequently used areas of the home comfortable and organized.
Light housekeeping may include:
Washing dishes
Cleaning the kitchen after meals
Light laundry
Changing bed linens
Light vacuuming
Taking out household trash
Organizing commonly used belongings
Keeping walking paths free of unnecessary clutter
These services do not include heavy cleaning, construction, extensive home maintenance or specialized infection-control cleaning.
The first several days after returning home may involve new instructions, appointments, temporary mobility restrictions or reduced energy.
Horizon’s post-emergency room assistance may include:
Transportation home when arranged and permitted
Meal preparation and grocery shopping
Bathing, dressing and grooming assistance
Mobility and transfer support
Medication and appointment reminders
Light housekeeping
Transportation to follow-up appointments
Companionship during the recovery period
Reporting observed concerns according to the client’s instructions
Private-duty caregivers do not provide wound treatment, rehabilitation, medical assessments, vital-sign monitoring or medication administration unless an appropriately licensed professional has been assigned and the service is authorized.
Clients may need help preparing their homes before surgery or managing everyday activities during recovery.
Horizon’s pre-operative support program may help clients organize:
Transportation
Clothing and personal belongings
Groceries and prepared meals
Frequently used household items
Appointment information
Personal-care assistance
Support following written instructions from the surgical team
After a procedure, caregivers may assist with meals, personal care, errands, mobility, reminders and companionship. Clinical postoperative care remains the responsibility of the surgeon and appropriately licensed healthcare professionals.
Horizon also offers nonclinical cosmetic surgery recovery support when assistance is requested following an elective procedure.
Someone living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from familiar routines, calm communication and assistance delivered by a consistent care team.
Horizon’s dementia and Alzheimer’s care program may include:
Personal-care assistance
Familiar daily routines
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Mobility support
Safety-focused supervision
Calm cueing and redirection
Companionship and familiar activities
Respite for family caregivers
Communication with authorized family members
Caregivers do not diagnose dementia, provide clinical treatment or guarantee that wandering, falls or emergencies will be prevented.
Parkinson’s disease can affect movement, balance, speech, energy and the amount of time required to complete everyday activities.
Depending on the care plan, Parkinson’s home care may include:
Assistance with established morning and evening routines
Bathing, dressing and grooming support
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Walking and transfer assistance
Transportation
Companionship
Help keeping frequently used areas organized
Respite for family caregivers
Caregivers do not independently assess or treat Parkinson’s symptoms. Medication changes, therapeutic exercises and other clinical decisions remain the responsibility of qualified healthcare professionals.
Cancer and its treatment may affect energy, appetite, strength and the ability to manage everyday responsibilities.
Horizon provides in-home care for cancer patients that may include:
Meal preparation
Grocery shopping
Personal-care assistance
Mobility support
Medication and appointment reminders
Transportation and accompaniment
Light housekeeping
Companionship
Respite for family members
Horizon caregivers do not provide oncology treatment, independently assess side effects or make decisions about medications. Medical concerns must be directed to the client’s oncology team or another qualified healthcare professional.
Family caregivers frequently balance employment, children, appointments and their own health while assisting an older relative.
Respite care gives family members scheduled time to:
Rest
Work
Attend appointments
Complete errands
Spend time with other family members
Travel
Manage responsibilities outside the home
Respite assistance may be arranged for several hours, recurring weekly visits, evenings, overnight care or a longer period. Scheduling depends on the client’s care needs and caregiver availability.
Not every family member lives close enough to visit regularly. When properly authorized, Horizon Care Services can maintain communication with designated relatives regarding the nonclinical care arrangement.
Communication may include:
Schedule updates
Confirmation that planned services were provided
Observations related to daily routines
Changes in the assistance the client appears to need
Questions requiring family input
Recommendations that the care plan be reviewed
Caregivers cannot replace family decision-makers or provide clinical assessments, but regular communication can help authorized relatives remain involved.
Horizon Care Services may provide supplemental private-duty assistance while a client receives services from:
Physicians
Home health agencies
Physical, occupational or speech therapists
Hospice providers
Rehabilitation professionals
Other licensed healthcare providers
Horizon’s caregivers may assist with personal care, meals, companionship, mobility, reminders, light housekeeping and family respite.
They do not independently provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, hospice treatment, wound care, injections, disease management or other clinical services.
Care begins with a discussion of the client’s needs, routines, preferences and requested schedule. The planning process may consider:
Personal-care needs
Mobility and transfer abilities
Meal preferences
Medication-reminder schedules
Home access and layout
Family involvement
Cognitive or communication changes
Transportation needs
Pets
Preferred activities
Emergency contacts
Written instructions from healthcare professionals
Requested hours of assistance
The plan can be reviewed when the client’s condition, schedule, home environment or support needs change.
Depending on the assessment and caregiver availability, home care may be arranged for:
Hourly visits
Recurring daytime assistance
Evening support
Overnight care
Short-term recovery assistance
Respite care
Live-in care
24-hour support
Ongoing care
Care may begin with a limited schedule and be adjusted when the client’s needs change.
Fort Pierce residents should prepare for hurricanes and other emergencies before a watch or warning is issued. Families should decide who will assist the client, where the client will go if evacuation becomes necessary and how medications, mobility equipment, food and emergency contacts will be handled.
The City of Fort Pierce encourages residents to register for Alert St. Lucie notifications and prepare a household disaster plan. Review the city’s hurricane-preparedness information.
St. Lucie County also operates a Special Needs Program for eligible residents who may require assistance during an emergency. Registration, eligibility and shelter services are managed by St. Lucie County—not Horizon Care Services.
Private-duty caregivers cannot guarantee their availability during a hurricane, evacuation order, road closure, utility outage or other emergency. Families should maintain an independent emergency plan.
Care is coordinated through our North Palm Beach office at 784 US Highway 1. Fort Pierce is within Horizon’s licensed service area, and caregivers provide services directly in clients’ residences.
Care may be arranged for hourly visits, recurring assistance, overnight care, live-in care or 24-hour support. The available schedule depends on the client’s assessment, requested services and caregiver availability.
Transportation and appointment accompaniment may be included in the care arrangement when the client can safely travel in a nonmedical vehicle.
Caregivers may provide medication reminders according to written instructions. Medication administration is performed only by appropriately licensed professionals when authorized and included in the plan of care.
Yes. Short-term assistance may be arranged following a hospital stay or emergency room visit. Families should contact Horizon as early as possible so the client’s needs, discharge instructions and requested schedule can be reviewed.
Horizon provides personalized private-duty assistance for people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Services may include personal care, structured routines, companionship, meals, medication reminders, mobility assistance and family respite.
Coverage depends on the client’s policy and eligibility. Payment sources may include private payment, long-term care insurance, certain veterans’ benefits or other qualifying programs. Families should verify coverage directly with the applicable insurer or benefits administrator.
If you or someone you love needs additional assistance at home, Horizon Care Services can help you explore an individualized private-duty care arrangement.
Call 561-776-7757 (toll-free 877-227-3890) or schedule a consultation to discuss home care services in Fort Pierce.
Horizon Care Services serves Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties. Visit our service areas page for additional information.
This page provides general information and is not medical advice. Consult a physician or another qualified healthcare professional regarding symptoms, diagnoses, medications, treatment and changes in condition.
Phone: 561-776-7757
Toll-free / after hours: 877-227-3890
Fax: 561-776-7404
Our staff works above and beyond to match the right caregiver with the personality of the client and the type of care needed. It’s one of the most important things that we do! Through years of experience in the health care industry, we have found that the better the match, the better the care.
Since we pride ourselves on matching the right caregiver with the right client, we always try to maintain the same caregiver with each client for continuity of care. Even when the assigned caregiver takes a day off, we try to schedule the same replacement caregiver.
Each caregiver must have at least 2 years prior experience before they can apply for work with our company. They must pass a written test before being considered as a representative of Horizon Care Services, after which they go through an extensive certification process and orientation. Background checks are thoroughly researched, as is their work experience with previous employers. All caregivers must have proper certifications from the State.
All of our caregivers are given a full report on your condition when they are assigned. We do our very best to make sure that all of their questions regarding your care are answered before they arrive at your home.
Should there be any additional questions or concerns, both you and the caregiver have 24/7 access to our staff to give prompt answers. If the phone is not directly answered, it means that we are helping another client. Please leave a message and you will be called within 15 minutes!
With over two decades of experience, we have developed professional relationships with only the premier providers located throughout South Florida. Plus, we have raised the bar on an expected level of service in the area. We expect more from our employees, from our caregivers, and from the professionals that we work with. We demand high quality, which means you are getting the best care available.
We have many home care programs available for special needs clients including Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Parkinson’s, Oncology, and both Pre – and Post-Surgical care. Should you require care from one of those programs or other condition, you can rest assured that we will provide a caregiver extensively trained in that specialty area.
Our caregivers are required to report to the office immediately should there be any changes in your physical or mental status. They are experienced and prepared in a proper course of action in the event of any emergency.
Yes, we insure our company, and each of our caregivers is required to carry their own personal liability insurance policy which is applied for and tracked by our company, so there is double the coverage.
We accept all Long Term Care Insurance and will process all of your paperwork. Our finance manager can answer all of your questions regarding your policy, and will get on the phone with you and your insurance company to verify your benefits so that you know exactly what is covered.
No. Horizon Care Services does not require a lengthy contract. You can adjust your schedule or cancel anytime as your loved one’s needs change. Call 561-776-7757 with any questions.
No. There are no membership fees. You pay only for the care your loved one receives, whether that is a few hours a week, overnight care, or RNs and LPNs around the clock.
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