Personalized Care Plans
Every client receives a customized care plan built around their needs, reviewed regularly, and adjusted as needs change.
24 Hour Care in Stroudsburg, PA
Supporting Monroe County families with screened and certified caregivers, personalized care plans. Care is available 24/7.
About Us
Compassionate In-Home Care Tailored to Your Family
At Heart of Gold, we understand that choosing in-home care is one of the most important decisions your family will make. For over a decade, we've been providing Pennsylvania families with skilled, dependable caregivers who treat every client like family. Whether your loved one needs dementia care, extra help after a hospital stay, or help with daily activities, our team creates personalized care plans that prioritize safety, comfort, and quality of life. We treat every family as a partner in care.
Screened & Certified Caregivers
All staff undergo rigorous background checks, drug screening, and ongoing training in dementia care, fall prevention, and emergency response.
24/7 Availability & Family Communication
Round-the-clock care coordination with regular family updates by phone or email.
What Does 24-Hour Home Care Look Like? (Live-In vs. Shift Care)
Not all around-the-clock care is structured the same way. There are two main models, and the right one depends on your loved one’s needs and the level of supervision required.
Live-In Care
A single caregiver lives in the home full-time and receives eight hours of rest overnight. This works well for clients who need consistent companionship, daily assistance, and moderate overnight supervision.
24/7 Shift Care
Trained caregivers rotate in eight to twelve-hour shifts, ensuring someone is fully awake at all times. This is the right choice for fall risk, active dementia, frequent medication reminders, or recovery after a hospital stay.
Our 24/7 Care Approach for Elderly
Safety Through the Night and Day
Fall prevention, wandering alerts, and timely assistance with toileting are critical overnight. Our caregivers are alert and attentive during these vulnerable hours, ensuring a safe environment so both the client and their family can rest easily.
Companionship That Never Clocks Out
Loneliness and isolation don't keep business hours. Our around-the-clock care means there is always a friendly face to share a meal, converse with, or provide quiet reassurance, fostering emotional well-being and reducing anxiety.
Respite for the Whole Family
Caring for a loved one full-time is a demanding role. Our 24/7 presence allows family caregivers to finally sleep through the night, return to work, or simply recharge, secure in the knowledge their loved one is in expert and compassionate hands.
Personalized & Continuous Support
We develop a detailed care plan that covers all hours of the day, ensuring consistency in routines, medication reminders, and personal care. Our caregivers provide continuous oversight, preventing emergencies and responding immediately to needs.
Why Us!
The Heart of Gold Difference for 24 Hour Care in Stroudsburg, PA
Screened and certified caregivers: Every caregiver passes a full background check and drug screening before entering a client’s home.
Personalized care plans: We build a detailed plan tailored to your loved one’s specific needs and daily routine, and revisit it as needs change.
24/7 family communication: Our team keeps your family updated by phone or email, and you can reach us at any hour.
Local to Monroe County: We are a locally operated agency, not a franchise, proudly serving the Stroudsburg, PA area.
Is Round-the-Clock Care for the Elderly Right for Your Family?
Families often wonder when to move from part-time help to full round the clock care for elderly loved ones. Below are five situations where 24-hour home care in Stroudsburg, PA, is often the most appropriate next step.
Memory-related wandering at night:
Older adults with memory loss often become more confused after dark. An awake caregiver can redirect safely and prevent a dangerous situation.
Coming home after a stroke or surgery:
The first weeks home after a hospital stay are when fall risk is highest. Around-the-clock help keeps your loved one safe while they regain strength.
A recent pattern of falls:
If your loved one has fallen more than once in recent months, round-the-clock oversight provides protection that part-time visits cannot match.
Complex medication schedules:
Some medications must be given at precise overnight hours. An on-site caregiver ensures every dose is correct and on time.
How to Get Started with In-Home Care
The Comprehensive In-Home Consultation
We meet with you and your family at home to discuss your specific situation, assess care needs, and understand your loved one’s personality and routines. This is a no-obligation conversation to determine the best 24/7 care solution.
Development of a Detailed 24/7 Care Plan
Our care team creates a detailed plan that outlines all aspects of care across a 24-hour period, including specific tasks, safety protocols, and caregiver instructions.
Introduction of Your Dedicated Caregiver(s)
We carefully match your loved one with a caregiver or team whose skills and temperament are the perfect fit. We facilitate a meeting to ensure comfort and rapport before care begins.
Continuous Care & Quality Assurance
Your caregiver begins providing support. Our managers conduct regular check-ins and supervisory visits to ensure the highest standards are met and maintained, making adjustments as needed.
Client Testimonials
What Families Are Saying About Heart of Gold
★★★★★
Heart of Gold are just that GOLDEN. Dave and Trisha are so helpful and informative. Every step of the way they assisted me with my Mom In Law care. Omg if every business worked like this we would have less to worry about. So if you are looking for a company that really cares this is the one. Professional, Caring, Helpful and Communicative yup that's them.
★★★★★
Thank you, Heart of Gold. You are more than an agency to me and my family. Your workers are caring people. I live with a degenerative disease that is slowly tearing me apart. You and your staff always show me the best of care, from washing my body, feeding me, and keeping my surroundings clean, to being a friend when I need one. Thank you, Heart of Gold, for over five years of good service and caring people.
★★★★★
The Heart of Gold caregivers that took care of my mother were truly exceptional. Their loving care and attention enabled my mother to remain living in her home. Whenever I visited, my mother always looked very well cared for and spoke very highly of her caregivers who also became her friends. When I left, I knew she would be safe and that was a big relief for me. When my mother, at age 98, passed away her main care providers attended her funeral. We all hugged and said good-bye. It showed me how blessed my mother was to have been surrounded by such wonderful people.
Get Started with 24 Hour Home Care in Stroudsburg, PA, Today
If your loved one needs more support than part-time visits can provide, we are here every step of the way. No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest conversation with a team that genuinely cares.
Frequently Asked Questions About 24 Hour Home Care in Stroudsburg, PA
What is the difference between live-in care and 24/7 shift care?
In live-in care, one caregiver lives in the home and receives eight hours of overnight rest. In 24/7 shift care, fully awake caregivers rotate so someone is always alert. The right model depends on your loved one’s level of need and risk.
How quickly can 24-hour home care begin in Stroudsburg, PA?
In many cases, we can begin care within 24 to 48 hours of your initial consultation. Contact our team, and we will work to match your loved one with a caregiver as quickly as possible.
Are your caregivers trained in dementia care and fall prevention?
Yes. All Heart of Gold caregivers receive training in dementia care, fall prevention, and safe repositioning before working with clients, with ongoing training as needs evolve.
Will my loved one have the same caregiver every night?
In live-in care, the same caregiver is present daily. In shift care, we assign a consistent small team to reduce the number of different faces your loved one encounters.
How does Heart of Gold handle caregiver breaks and time off?
We coordinate all scheduling so care is never interrupted. If a caregiver is unavailable, a qualified replacement is arranged in advance, and families are notified promptly.
How do I stay informed about my loved one’s care?
Our team keeps you updated by phone or email and can be reached at any hour. We communicate proactively and welcome your questions.
Is 24/7 home care more affordable than a nursing facility?
For many families, yes. Live-in home care can cost significantly less than a nursing facility while allowing your loved one to stay in familiar surroundings. We provide a clear cost estimate during your free consultation.