Home care services in St. Lucie Village provide personalized assistance for older adults and other individuals who want to continue living in their own homes while receiving help with everyday activities.
Horizon Care Services provides private-duty home care directly in clients’ residences throughout St. Lucie Village and other communities within its licensed service area. Assistance may include personal care, companionship, meals, mobility support, medication reminders, transportation, errands and respite for family caregivers.
Each care arrangement is based on the client’s routines, abilities, home environment, requested schedule and individualized plan of care.
St. Lucie Village is a small town situated between U.S. 1 and the Indian River Lagoon. The town describes its predominant land use as single-family residential and notes that its oldest area is a National Register Historic District.
For residents who value the village’s quiet setting and familiar surroundings, receiving appropriate assistance at home may help make everyday life more manageable.
Horizon provides care directly in clients’ homes. Care is coordinated through our North Palm Beach office at 784 US Highway 1.
Depending on the residence and the client’s needs, care planning may consider:
Steps, porches or uneven exterior surfaces
Narrow hallways or smaller bathrooms
The location of bedrooms and frequently used rooms
Mobility devices and transfer equipment
Access for caregivers and family members
Transportation beyond the village
Pets and established household routines
Storm preparation and evacuation plans
The amount of assistance the client can safely provide for themselves
Families can learn more about the community through the official Town of St. Lucie Village website.
Private-duty home care may be appropriate when someone:
Needs help bathing, dressing or grooming
Has difficulty walking or transferring
No longer prepares meals regularly
Needs medication or appointment reminders
Cannot comfortably complete household errands
Would benefit from regular companionship
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 receiving cancer treatment
Receives hospice or rehabilitation services from another provider
Has relatives who live outside the area
Has a family caregiver who needs time to rest
Needs evening, overnight or more extensive assistance
Care can be adjusted as the client’s circumstances and support needs change.
Personal-care activities may become more difficult because of changes in balance, strength, endurance, mobility or memory.
Depending on the assessment and care plan, caregivers may assist with:
Bathing or showering
Dressing
Grooming
Toileting and hygiene
Incontinence-care assistance
Oral-care reminders
Getting settled in a bed or chair
Maintaining familiar morning and evening routines
Personal care is provided with attention to privacy, dignity, comfort and the client’s preferences.
Learn more about Horizon’s private-duty home care services.
A client may need assistance walking between rooms, using an approved mobility device or transferring between stable surfaces.
Mobility support may include:
Walking assistance
Bed-to-chair transfers
Wheelchair assistance
Bathroom transfers
Vehicle transfers
Repositioning
Help using an approved walker or cane
Caregivers provide only the mobility and transfer assistance included in the care plan and permitted by their training and assigned responsibilities.
Mechanical lifts, transfer belts and other equipment must be appropriate for the client and used according to applicable instructions. A physician, physical therapist or another qualified healthcare professional should evaluate a sudden decline in mobility or recommend specialized equipment.
Shopping and preparing meals can become challenging when someone has limited energy, reduced mobility or difficulty driving beyond the village.
Caregiver assistance may include:
Grocery shopping
Preparing meals and snacks
Following written dietary instructions
Serving meals
Providing hydration reminders
Cleaning the kitchen after meal preparation
Washing dishes
Light laundry
Changing bed linens
Light vacuuming
Taking out household trash
Organizing commonly used items
Caregivers do not independently create therapeutic diets or provide medical nutrition treatment. Concerns involving swallowing, dehydration, weight loss or malnutrition should be discussed with an appropriate healthcare professional.
A caregiver may remind the client that it is time to take medication according to an established schedule and written instructions.
Caregivers may also assist with:
Maintaining an appointment calendar
Follow-up reminders
Pharmacy pickup when authorized
Transportation arrangements
Organizing questions for a medical appointment
Keeping written instructions accessible
Caregivers do not prescribe medication, change dosages, decide whether medication should be withheld or independently manage a treatment schedule.
Medication administration is performed only by appropriately licensed professionals when authorized and included in the plan of care.
Residents may need to travel outside the village for medical appointments, groceries, pharmacy visits and other services.
When included in the care arrangement, a caregiver may provide transportation or accompaniment for:
Medical and dental appointments
Follow-up visits
Grocery shopping
Pharmacy pickup
Banking or postal errands
Hair appointments
Approved social activities
Visits with friends or relatives
Transportation is available only when the client can travel safely in a nonmedical vehicle. Horizon Care Services does not provide ambulance or emergency medical transportation.
St. Lucie County’s Area Regional Transit also serves St. Lucie Village and offers additional transportation information, including paratransit options for eligible individuals. County transit services are separate from Horizon Care Services.
Someone who lives alone may benefit from having a dependable person visit according to an established schedule.
Companionship may include:
Conversation
Reading
Playing cards or simple games
Listening to music
Looking through photographs
Assistance with letters or correspondence
Accompaniment on an approved walk
Help staying connected with friends and family
Participation in familiar hobbies
Support maintaining an ordinary daily routine
A caregiver can provide a reassuring presence without taking control away from the client.
Family caregivers often balance caregiving with work, appointments, household responsibilities and their own health needs.
Respite care allows a family caregiver to leave the home for a planned period while the client receives appropriate assistance.
Depending on the care plan, respite services may include:
Companionship
Personal-care assistance
Meal preparation
Mobility support
Medication reminders
Safety-focused supervision
Help maintaining established routines
Respite care may be scheduled for several hours, recurring weekly visits, evenings or overnight assistance. Availability depends on the requested schedule and the client’s needs.
Someone returning home after an emergency room visit may temporarily need more help with meals, mobility, personal care or transportation.
Horizon’s post-emergency room assistance may include:
Transportation home when arranged and permitted
Grocery shopping and meal preparation
Bathing and dressing assistance
Mobility and transfer support
Medication and follow-up reminders
Transportation to appointments
Light housekeeping
Companionship during recovery
Reporting observed concerns according to established instructions
Caregivers do not independently provide wound care, medical monitoring, rehabilitation or medication administration.
Arranging assistance before a procedure can make the return home easier to manage.
Horizon’s pre-operative support program may help clients prepare:
Transportation arrangements
Groceries and meals
Comfortable clothing
Frequently used personal items
A convenient recovery area
Appointment information
Written instructions from the surgical team
A schedule for personal-care and mobility assistance
After the procedure, a caregiver may help with personal care, meals, errands, mobility, reminders and companionship.
Clinical postoperative services—including wound treatment, drain care, injections and medical assessments—must be provided by appropriately licensed healthcare professionals.
Familiar surroundings and predictable routines can be particularly important for someone living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Horizon’s dementia and Alzheimer’s care program may provide:
Personal-care assistance
Familiar daily routines
Calm cueing and redirection
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Mobility support
Safety-focused supervision
Companionship and familiar activities
Respite for family caregivers
Communication with authorized relatives
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, energy and the time required to complete routine activities.
Depending on the plan of care, Parkinson’s home care may include:
Assistance with bathing, dressing and grooming
Help maintaining familiar routines
Meal preparation
Medication reminders
Walking and transfer support
Transportation
Light household assistance
Companionship
Respite for family members
Caregivers do not diagnose, treat or independently manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Exercises, medication changes and other clinical decisions remain the responsibility of qualified healthcare professionals.
Some clients receive services from physicians, nurses, therapists, home health agencies or hospice providers while also needing additional everyday assistance.
Horizon’s private-duty caregivers may provide supplemental support such as:
Personal care
Meal preparation
Companionship
Mobility assistance
Medication reminders
Transportation
Light housekeeping
Family respite
Caregivers do not independently provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, hospice treatment, injections, medical assessments or chronic-disease management.
When authorized, Horizon may communicate with designated family members and healthcare professionals regarding the nonclinical care arrangement.
Adult children and other relatives may not live close enough to provide daily assistance.
When properly authorized, Horizon Care Services may communicate with designated family members about:
The caregiver schedule
Services provided during scheduled hours
Questions requiring family input
Observations related to everyday routines
Changes in the level of nonclinical assistance requested
The need to review the care arrangement
Caregivers do not provide clinical assessments or replace the authority of the client, legal representative or healthcare team.
Home care does not have to begin with an around-the-clock schedule. Some clients need help only at particular times of day.
Care may be arranged for:
Morning assistance
Afternoon visits
Evening routines
Recurring weekly care
Short-term recovery support
Overnight assistance
Live-in care
24-hour support
Family respite
Scheduling depends on the client’s assessment, requested services, care plan and caregiver availability.
Families should prepare for hurricanes and other emergencies before assistance is urgently needed.
A household plan should address:
Emergency contacts
Medications and medical supplies
Mobility equipment
Transportation
Evacuation destinations
Pets
Food and water
Backup power needs
Communication if cellular service is disrupted
Who will assist the client if regular caregivers cannot travel
St. Lucie County provides an Emergency Preparedness Portal and operates a Special Needs Program for eligible residents.
Registration, eligibility, evacuation and shelter services are managed by St. Lucie County—not Horizon Care Services.
Caregiver availability cannot be guaranteed during evacuation orders, unsafe travel conditions, road closures, utility outages or other emergencies. Families should maintain an independent emergency plan.
Care is coordinated through our North Palm Beach office at 784 US Highway 1 and delivered directly in clients’ homes.
Care may be arranged for hourly assistance, recurring visits, overnight care, live-in care or 24-hour support. Scheduling depends on the client’s assessment, requested hours and caregiver availability.
Transportation outside St. Lucie Village may be included in the care arrangement when the client can travel safely in a nonmedical vehicle.
Caregivers may provide reminders according to an established schedule and written instructions. Medication administration is performed only by appropriately licensed professionals when authorized and included in the plan of care.
Yes. Depending on the care plan, assistance may include companionship, personal care, meals, mobility support, reminders, transportation, errands and household tasks.
Private-duty caregivers may provide supplemental nonclinical assistance while a client receives hospice or home health services from another provider. Each provider remains responsible for its assigned services.
The start date depends on the assessment, requested schedule, care requirements and caregiver availability. Contacting Horizon before an anticipated discharge, procedure or family caregiver absence allows more time for planning.
If you or someone you love needs additional assistance at home, Horizon Care Services can help you explore a personalized private-duty care arrangement.
Call 561-776-7757 (toll-free 877-227-3890) or schedule a consultation to discuss home care services in St. Lucie Village.
Horizon Care Services serves Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties. Visit our service areas page for more information.
This page is for general informational purposes 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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