Does Your Loved One Need Extra Support At Home?
You don’t have to care for them on your own. With home care in Del Mar, FirstLight gives your loved one the support they need and your whole family the peace of mind you deserve.
As the only veteran-owned home care agency in the area, we care for your family with the same principles of duty, respect, and reliability that we learned during our time in the service.
With dignified, relationship-based care and a trusted reputation backed by glowing 5-star reviews, we help your loved one live on their terms in the home they love.
Relief is just a phone call away. Call us any time, day or night to begin home care.
“Their work has made a profound difference in our mother’s quality of life.”— Hear From Families We’ve Helped
- First Light has provided exceptional professionalism, compassionate care, and thoughtful companionship for our mother during a difficult decline. The caregivers … More are punctual, skilled, and attentive, giving us in-depth peace of mind. They treat her with dignity, kindness, and warmth, and their support extended to meaningful engagement beyond medical care.
The management and administrative team are consistently responsive, clear, and collaborative, making care coordination seamless and flexible as needs evolved.
To the entire First Light team: thank you for your empathy, expertise, and unwavering commitment. Their work has made a profound difference in our mother’s quality of life. - Matt and his team were an absolute Godsend! From the moment we met Matt we were impressed. He assessed the situation, shared comprehensive feedback, and … More provided potential solutions for a family member’s short and long-term care. While we worked through the details of off-site long-term care, Matt and his team took excellent care of our ailing family member on a short-term basis. Not only did we feel confident with Matt and his team, however, our family member was always delighted to see her caregiver for the day. They cleaned and created an organised, safe space for her. They also served lunch, did the laundry, and even coloured with her.
Finding a trustworthy team to care for a loved one can be a daunting task, however, Matt brought calm to our family.
FirstLight Home Care should be your first and last stop…you will not regret it.
Thank you for exemplary service Matt and team! - For 50 years I’ve operated senior housing communities. Over those decades I’ve been able to observe good Home Care companies and not such good ones. … More I just experienced a Great one. My husband just had back surgery and First Light of Carlsbad Home Care was recommended to me by a trusted friend. They didn’t disappoint. Every caregiver that Matt August, owner, sent to us was stellar which allowed me to breathe easier that he was being well cared for. One caregiver, Melissa, truly went above and beyond our expectations. I have neck surgery coming up in November and I look forward to having this same team of professionals care for me after .
Sue Farrow
Founder
Integral Senior Living/Solstice Senior Living
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Care Rooted in Respect, Dignity, & Independence
Families in Del Mar, Torrey Pines, Clairemont, and across California rely on us to keep their loved ones comfortable, independent, and happy at home.
Here’s how we make every day easier, safer, and more enjoyable for your family member:
- Support that respects their independence: We assist with daily needs while encouraging your loved one to stay involved in their routines and decisions.
- Caregivers who truly connect: We match your loved one with a caregiver who brings warmth, conversation, and a familiar presence into their day.
- Reliable support you can count on: You can expect consistent, on-time care from a team that shows up and stays involved.
- Care that adjusts as needs change: As your loved one’s needs evolve, we adapt our approach to keep them comfortable and supported.
- Service-driven values: Our veteran-led background shapes the way we care: with accountability, respect, and responsibility.
Let us take the weight off your shoulders. Call us any time.
How Can We Support Your Family Member?
Your loved one’s needs aren’t one-size-fits-all. We adjust our support over time, always providing the right level of care while encouraging independence.
With senior care, we help your loved one stay on top of daily routines like meals, light cleaning, errands, and medication reminders while keeping them engaged and supported.
24-Hour Home Care, Live-In Care, & Overnight Care
Whether your loved one needs 24-hour home care, overnight care, or live-in care, our round-the-clock caregivers keep them comfortable and safe at every hour.
Our dementia caregivers provide familiar routines, gentle guidance, and meaningful activities to reduce anxiety and keep your loved one mentally stimulated.
With respite care, you can step away and recharge while we provide attentive, dependable support to keep your loved one comfortable and cared for.
As a veteran-owned agency, we care for local veterans with dignity and respect, helping your loved one with daily tasks and exploring any available VA benefits you may be entitled to.
When your loved one struggles with daily tasks, personal care offers discreet help with bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility, keeping them clean and confident every day.
Through companion care, we brighten your loved one’s days, providing friendly conversation, shared activities, and a comforting presence that prevents loneliness.
With specialty care, we help your loved one recover from surgery or manage chronic conditions, assisting with daily needs and creating a comfortable healing environment at home.
Our Veteran-Owned Difference: Why Choose FirstLight?
As the only veteran-owned agency in our area, we show up when we say we will, follow through on every commitment, and treat your loved one with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Our time in the service shapes the way we care for your loved one every day, providing genuine connection, reliable support, and a level of accountability you can feel from the very first visit.
Unlike larger, corporate agencies, we build lasting relationships with the seniors we serve, treating your family like our own.
Supporting Seniors in Del Mar and Neighboring Communities
- Carlsbad
- Clairemont
- Del Mar
- Encinitas
- Escondido
- Kearny Mesa
- La Costa
- La Jolla
- Leucadia
- Linda Vista
- Mission Bay
- Mission Beach
- Oceanside
- Pacific Beach
- Poway
- Rancho Santa Fe
- San Luis Rey
- San Marcos
- Sorrento Valley
- Torrey Pines
- University City
- Vista
Peace of Mind Starts with A Conversation. Call Us Today!
You don’t have to care for them on your own. Support is just one call away.
With round-the-clock availability, dependable support, and care rooted in relationships, we make every day easier, safer, and more comfortable for your loved one at home.
Call us today. Let’s talk about how we can make life at home easier for your family member.
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