Home care services for Sanibel & Captiva seniors
RN-reviewed plans built around the diagnosis, the home, and the family’s schedule, with the same caregiver dispatched on the same days.
Conditions our Sanibel & Captiva caregivers support
The diagnosis shapes the care plan. Common reasons Sanibel & Captiva families call:
Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Sundowning routines, wandering prevention, redirection, and patience with repeated questions.
Parkinson’s Disease
Mobility cueing, on-time medication, freezing-gait responses, PT-aligned exercises.
Stroke Recovery
Therapy-aligned exercises, dysphagia precautions, safe transfers, aphasia-friendly communication.
Post-Surgical Recovery
Hip and knee replacement, cardiac procedures, transition home from HealthPark, wound watch.
Cancer Care at Home
Transport to oncology, nausea routines, hydration tracking, steady presence on recovery days.
Congestive Heart Failure
Daily weight checks, low-sodium meal prep, edema watch, medication reminders to prevent readmissions.
COPD & Respiratory
Oxygen support, pursed-lip breathing reminders, exacerbation trigger awareness in Florida humidity.
Diabetes Management
Glucose monitoring, diabetic meal prep, daily foot inspection, insulin scheduling.
End-of-Life Comfort
Wrap-around respite for hospice clients, comfort positioning, overnight presence for family rest.
Island life requires extra planning. We do that planning.
Sanibel and Captiva are unique service areas. Bridge timing, seasonal residency, and post-Ian recovery all factor into our scheduling. Our care manager personally checks every plan against island logistics.
RN-supervised plans
Every plan is signed off by a registered nurse and refreshed quarterly as conditions evolve.
Caregiver matching, not assignment
Same caregiver, same days. Chemistry holds across months of care.
No surprise contracts
Hourly, daily, or live-in. Cancel anytime. Adjust as recovery progresses.
LTC insurance & VA handled
We bill John Hancock, Genworth, Mutual of Omaha, Transamerica, and the VA Community Care Network direct.
Same-day & next-day starts
Most Sanibel & Captiva hospital discharges go home with care in place within 24 hours of the call.
Neighborhoods & hospitals we serve in Sanibel & Captiva
Caregivers dispatch from our Fort Myers office.
Neighborhoods we cover
Hospitals & rehab partners
How home care starts in Sanibel & Captiva
Most Sanibel & Captiva families have a caregiver in the home inside 24 to 48 hours of the first call.
Free phone consult
A 15-minute call. The situation, the diagnosis, what’s working, what isn’t.
In-home assessment
RN or care manager visits the Sanibel & Captiva home, reviews meds, writes the plan in person.
Caregiver match
Care manager personally introduces the matched caregiver before the first shift.
Quarterly check-ins
Care plan re-evaluated quarterly. Care manager is on call 24/7 when needs change.
How much does home care cost in Sanibel & Captiva?
Sanibel & Captiva home care typically runs $34 to $42 per hour for private-pay companion or personal care, with reduced effective rates on multi-hour packages and 24-hour or live-in coverage.
Private Pay
The most flexible option for Sanibel & Captiva families. Hourly, daily, or live-in. No paperwork, no pre-authorization, no copay reconciliation.
Best for: short-term recovery, families who want full schedule control.
Long-Term Care Insurance
We bill John Hancock, Genworth, Mutual of Omaha, Transamerica, and most major LTC carriers direct.
Best for: Sanibel & Captiva seniors activating an LTC policy.
VA Community Care Network
Sanibel & Captiva veterans approved through the VA can receive in-home care at no out-of-pocket cost via our CCN authorization.
Best for: service-connected veterans, Aid & Attendance recipients.
Medicaid Waiver Programs
Florida’s SMMC-LTC program covers home-based care for eligible seniors. We accept select waiver MCOs.
Best for: seniors on fixed incomes meeting Florida’s eligibility criteria.
Want a real quote for Sanibel & Captiva? Call (239) 400-4514 for an exact estimate based on hours, level of care, and payment source.
Our Sanibel & Captiva caregivers: vetted, trained, supervised
About 1 in 12 applicants makes it through our hiring. Every Sanibel & Captiva caregiver has cleared Florida AHCA Level 2 background check, drug screen, reference calls, and an in-person interview with our care manager.
- ✓HHA or CNA certified. Every caregiver holds an active Florida certification.
- ✓Dementia-trained. Alzheimer’s Association curriculum + annual refreshers.
- ✓Safe-transfer & fall prevention. Gait belts, two-person lifts, hazard checks every visit.
- ✓CPR & first aid certified. Emergency drills twice yearly.
- ✓Fully bonded & insured. Workers’ comp and general liability on every caregiver.
What our Lee County clients say
“Post-Ian we needed help fast. Mom couldn’t drive off-island. APCH worked around the bridge schedule, brought groceries from the mainland Publix, and treated her like family. Genuinely kind people.”
Daughter of client, Sanibel East End
“Dad’s a vet. The VA approved care and APCH handled all the billing. Caregiver comes Tuesday and Thursday mornings, walks him on the beach, makes breakfast. He’s thriving.”
Son of veteran, Captiva
“We split between Sanibel and Connecticut. APCH paused service when we left and resumed in October with the same caregiver. The continuity meant everything to Mom.”
Family caregiver, Sanibel West End
Common questions about home care in Sanibel & Captiva
How much does home care cost in Sanibel & Captiva?
Private-pay Sanibel & Captiva home care runs $34 to $42 per hour for private-pay companion or personal care. 24-hour and live-in packages reduce the effective rate. LTC insurance and VA benefits often cover the full cost. Call (239) 400-4514 for a Sanibel & Captiva-specific quote.
How quickly can a caregiver start in Sanibel & Captiva?
Most assessments happen within 24 hours and a caregiver starts the next day. Hospital discharges from HealthPark are often same-day. Complex 24-hour schedules may take 2 to 3 days to staff with the right team.
Are your caregivers employees or contractors?
All caregivers are W-2 employees of A Perfect Choice. Never independent contractors, never a registry. We handle payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and liability insurance.
What if the caregiver isn’t the right fit?
Call us. We re-match without question and without a fee. Personality fit matters as much as clinical fit.
Do you accept Medicare?
Original Medicare does not cover non-medical home care. It covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay from a Medicare-certified agency. We can refer and pick up after their service.
Can you provide 24-hour or live-in care?
Yes. We staff both true 24-hour care (two awake caregivers on rotating shifts) and live-in care (one caregiver with a protected 8-hour sleep window) in Sanibel & Captiva.
Are you licensed to operate in Sanibel & Captiva?
Yes. HHA #299994658 and NR #30211834. Authorized across Lee County.
Ready to talk through home care in Sanibel & Captiva?
A free 15-minute call with a care manager. No pressure, no commitment, just clarity on what care could look like for your family.
A Perfect Choice Home Care · HHA #299994658 · NR #30211834 · Serving Lee County, Florida