Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama

Overview of Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama

Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama offers the perfect solution for those desiring to age gracefully at home while receiving exceptional services. Their comprehensive range of services includes transition care, companion care, homemaker care, memory care, live-in care, end-of-life care, and much more. This dedicated team extends a compassionate and reliable helping hand to the elderly, ensuring they face each day with both security and fulfillment.
Established in 1984, they have consistently delivered medically trained and licensed caregivers who are here to assist every step of the way, providing both families and seniors with much-needed peace of mind. Serving the Mobile area, Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama is truly remarkable in offering reliable, compassionate, and affordable services that empower seniors to continue living meaningfully.

(251) 930-4337

Walk Score: 53 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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AwardsBest of Home Care Endorsed National Provider 2024-2025, Best of Home Care Employer of Choice Award 2024, Daisy Nurse Award, Home Care Pulse Certified Trusted Provider, Small Business Association T.H.R.I.V.E. Alumni Badge, Best of Home Care Employer of Choice 2022

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Companion And Homemaker Care

Personal Care

Dementia And Alzheimer’s Care

Live-In Care

End-Of-Life Care

Specialty Care

Skilled Care

Specific ProgramsTransition Care

Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits

In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Alabama resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+

General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.

Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA

Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits

Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+

General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county

Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

8.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mobile's city center to Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.14 miles to nearest hospital (Infirmary HomeCare)

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Gracepoint Home Care	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Mobile (Brookwood)	-	No	49	-	-

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What neighborhood is Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama in?

Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama is in the Berkleigh neighborhood of Mobile.

Is Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama in a walkable area?

Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the phone number of Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama?

(251) 930-4337 will put you in contact with the team at Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama.

Is Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Preferred Care at Home of South Alabama is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.