Specialty Care Services
in La Jolla
Personalized. Attentive. There When It Matters.
New Care Needs Emerging? Let’s Tackle Them Early
Integrity. Commitment. Respect. When your loved one needs specialty care in La Jolla, these are the values you want in a home care agency.
As the only veteran-led home care provider in the region, we care for your loved one with the same sense of duty and responsibility we learned in the service. Our caregivers step in when you can’t be there, supporting your loved one so they can live comfortably on their own terms.
Your family member deserves to age with dignity. Give us a call—let’s keep them at home where they belong.
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Voices From La Jolla Families
FirstLight Home Care of La Jolla
888 Prospect St, La Jolla
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I am writing to let Matt August and his team at FirstLight know how much we appreciate the care and support they have shown my Mom. At 92 she is having some health … read more problems and they are the reason she has been able to stay safely in her home. Marla, Kim, Lynn, Mary Joy, LaShonda, Vicky, Paige and Marissa have all been kind, patient and professional and Matt has been wonderful. In fact he personally visited her in the hospital and has worked with us to figure things out. We cannot thank him and the group enough, and would recommend them to our friends and family in a heartbeat. -
FirstLight Home Care of La Jolla has been an incredible support to our family. From our initial contact, every member of the team has been incredibly helpful, knowledgable … read more and kind. When our Mom was taken to the hospital in an emergency, they provided a complete wrap of services during the hospital stay. Then they arranged the discharge and finally coordinated immediate 24 care at home. The caregivers are all skilled and professional. Marla, my Mom's main carer has become part of the family. She has gone above and beyond for my Mom and our whole family. Her problem solving, responsiveness and understanding of my Mom's health predicament has been an enormous comfort to my Mom. I can't say enough about our appreciation. In fact all the caregivers have been amazing. Mary Joy and Vicky both stepped in, preventing my Mom from a possible fall. Every one of the caregivers has been kind, alert and invested in my Mom's
well-being. Marisa, the office manager has supported my Mom in her home during a medical crisis and she has stepped in helping us navigate our long term care insurance as well. Matt, the owner is basically available 24/7. He has been a knowledgeable, professional resource in all ways. He is responsive and flexible and has a true commitment to excellent patient care. We cannot thank the Firstlight team enough for their exceptional dedication and compassion, allowing my Mom to live in her home while providing the family with the reassurance that our Mom is both safe and being cared for. Thank you to the entire team at Firstlight for all you do! -
FirstLight has been a life saver! We engaged FirstLight to provide additional companion care for our elderly mother who recently moved into an assisted living community. … read more Matt (owner) and Jessica (caregiver) have been wonderful in identifying and providing exactly what our mother needed. Our mother loves Jessica and because of her encouragement and companionship, she is no longer isolating and finally engaging and enjoying all that her community has to offer. Our family is so grateful!
Why Our Specialty Care Works for Real Life
Your loved one’s needs can change quickly, so their care should keep up. Our specialty care services are flexible and responsive, blending professional care with friendly companionship to help them thrive safely at home.
Here’s why families in La Jolla trust us to make life at home easier, safer, and more enjoyable:
- Veteran-led dedication: Integrity, accountability, and respect guide every aspect of our care.
- Customized care plans: We adjust every service based on your loved one’s unique needs and daily routines.
- Caregivers who truly connect: We hand-pick every team member for their empathy, experience, and commitment to supporting seniors in our community.
- Consistent support: Familiar faces build trust and routine, providing dependable care your family can count on.
- Beyond basic care: We focus on emotional connection and companionship, not just practical support.
- Collaborative family approach: We keep communication open, making sure your loved one’s care evolves alongside their needs.
Tailored Support for Unique Situations
Your loved one deserves care tailored just for them, not a one-size-fits-all solution. Our specialty care services provide the right level of support for daily routines, recovery, and ongoing comfort at home.
Living with a disability shouldn’t limit your loved one’s independence or comfort. Our caregivers offer respectful assistance with personal care, mobility, and daily activities, helping them live with dignity on their own terms.
For older adults, even small tasks can feel like big challenges. We take care of errands like grocery runs, prescription pickups, and post office visits, so your loved one can enjoy their day without stress.
When life gets busy, we help your family find balance. With family care, we support new parents, adult children caring for aging loved ones, and multigenerational households, bringing practical help and peace of mind into your home.
During life’s most tender moments, our hospice support caregivers help your family focus on connection, not logistics. We work with local hospice providers to keep your loved one comfortable and at peace while you spend meaningful time with them.
With live-in care, a single caregiver stays in the home to offer support and companionship throughout the day. They help with personal care, light housekeeping, and meal prep while taking a break at night to rest.
Recovering from surgery is easier with gentle, professional support. We offer post-cosmetic care to assist with transportation, medication reminders, light meals, and comfort, ensuring a safe, relaxing recovery at home.
Supplemental Staffing Services
When care communities in La Jolla need extra help, our trained caregivers are ready to step in. We provide reliable, compassionate staffing support to maintain high-quality care for residents and patients.
Travelling should be enjoyable, not stressful. Our travel companions accompany seniors wherever they go, handling logistics, mobility assistance, and comfort to make every trip feel smooth and safe.
Local Team, Compassionate Care: Dignity & Respect First
As a veteran-owned home care agency, we care for every senior with honor, respect, and integrity. Our mission is to do what’s right: for your loved one, your family, and our community.
Our local caregivers build meaningful relationships with clients across La Jolla, UTC, and Torrey Pines, so every visit feels personal and familiar. From the very first meeting, we treat your loved one with warmth, patience, and compassion—because their dignity guides everything we do.
Serving La Jolla, UTC, Torrey Pines, and Greater San Diego
- Clairemont
- Kearny Mesa
- La Jolla
- Linda Vista
- Mission Bay
- Mission Beach
- Pacific Beach
- Sorrento Valley
- Torrey Pines
- University City
Start With Confidence: Call, Plan, and Begin Today
Your loved one doesn’t have to leave the home they love to get the care they need. At FirstLight, we combine compassion, reliability, and connection to help older adults thrive in familiar surroundings.
Call us today. Let’s create a specialty care plan to support your loved one’s independence and give your family the break you need.
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