3478 17th St
Sarasota, FL 34235


(941) 809-3725


Mon–Fri: 10AM–6PM
Sat-Sun: Closed


alhtina@gmail.com

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Rooted in Sarasota

Home Care in Sarasota, FL

A Lending Hand has been part of the Sarasota community since 2005. We are not an agency that simply lists Sarasota among a long roster of service areas; this is home. Families across Sarasota have called on us for personal care, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, respite care, and recovery support, and a family member still answers the phone every time, day or night.

Our model is built around making that care consistent, not just accessible. Whether you are dealing with an aging parent who needs daily help, a recent hospital discharge, a dementia diagnosis, or simply need a break from caregiving yourself, you can reach us directly and start with a free in-home assessment. We take the time to understand what is actually going on and build a care plan around it, rather than fitting your family into a one-size-fits-all package.

FAQs

Answers to the Questions We Hear Most

Every caregiver we send is background-checked through Florida’s level 2 screening, and we go a step further with a local records check most agencies don’t run. Caregivers are CNA or HHA certified, CPR certified, and trained in dementia response. Whenever possible, we send the same caregiver every visit, so your parent gets to know one trusted face rather than a rotating cast of strangers.

Cost depends on the level of care and how many hours a week are needed, so we don’t publish a flat rate. What we can tell you is that most families pay privately, and some have long-term care insurance that helps offset the cost. We’ll walk through the actual numbers for your situation during your free in-home assessment, with no obligation.

This comes up often, and it’s one of the hardest parts of starting care. We usually recommend introducing a caregiver gradually, framing the visit as company or help with a specific task rather than “care,” and letting the relationship build trust over time. We’re happy to talk through an approach that fits your parent’s personality before anyone steps foot in the home.

Common signs include a recent fall, forgetting medications, not eating properly, increased isolation, or a spouse who passed away after being the primary caregiver. If any of that sounds familiar, it’s worth a conversation. We’ll ask questions during your free assessment and recommend the right level of care based on what we actually see, not a one-size-fits-all package.