Home Care Services
in Central Orlando
Karen TuckerOwner
Trusted Caregivers Serving Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties
(407) 434-0675 Call or Text
When you or a loved one needs trusted support at home, turn to FirstLight Home Care of Orlando. We provide compassionate, professional in-home personal care in Orlando and throughout Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties, helping seniors and adults maintain their independence, comfort, and quality of life.
Our experienced caregivers offer a full range of services, including companion care for seniors in Central Florida, personal care assistance, dementia and Alzheimer’s home care in Orlando, and respite care for family caregivers who need reliable support and peace of mind. We also assist individuals recovering from illness, hospitalization, or post-cosmetic surgery procedures, helping clients recover safely and comfortably in their own homes.
In addition to traditional home care services, we provide specialized support such as veteran home care benefits assistance in Central Florida, travel companion services for seniors, and supplemental staffing solutions for senior living communities and care facilities throughout the Orlando area. Whether care is needed for a few hours a week or around the clock, our highly trained caregivers deliver personalized support tailored to each client’s unique needs.
At FirstLight Home Care of Orlando, our mission is to help families navigate life’s challenges with confidence by providing exceptional home care services that promote dignity, independence, and peace of mind.
Home Care Services offered in Seminole, Orange & Osceola Counties
FirstLight Home Care of Orlando provides compassionate private home care services that help seniors and adults receive the personalized support they deserve in the comfort of home. Explore our home care services below to learn how a trusted in-home caregiver can enhance your loved one’s quality of life through personal care, companion care, memory care, and specialized support.
Client Reviews
My mother and stepfather lived in the area for 23 years. In 2020 my mother had her leg amputated from vascular issues. In 2025 my stepdad had to have neck surgery. I live 1700 miles away and needed to fly there to help with day to day routines since my stepfather would be out of commission as he recovered from neck surgery. I couldn’t stay forever so I called a few home care organizations. Karen responded within 10minutes. She came the next day and sat with us and explained so much about the elderly and continued care and how the insurance works. So incredibly knowledgeable and impassioned by her own experiences. We felt very confident this was the organization that fit all of our needs. Needless to say I was able to go home with the confidence that my parents were in wonderful caring hands. Some of the caregivers seem to be so close that my parents sometimes treated them like their own children. So I have sisters I have never known(hehe). Anyway if you are in need of care for your aging parents in the Orlando area, do not hesitate to call. This was one of the best decisions we ever made. Karen will definitely explain to you thoroughly and with full understanding of your situation. I am so glad they were there when I needed them.
We are so grateful for the compassionate care provided to our mother during her dementia journey with FirstLight. I truly feel like the owner, Karen, was born to do this-an Angel on earth. The caregivers treated her with kindness, patience, and dignity, earning our complete trust from day one. Knowing she was cared for by people who truly had her best interests at heart gave our family invaluable peace of mind. We highly recommend this company to anyone seeking trustworthy, compassionate care for a loved one!
My experience with First Light has been amazing. I heard about them through word of mouth and decided to apply after leaving my job at a nursing home. I wanted to return to home care for a more flexible schedule, and they gave me the perfect hours—Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with weekends off. This has helped me balance life as a single mother and be there for my daughter.
The hiring process was quick and smooth, and the staff is very kind and supportive. Training was thorough, and they made sure I felt confident before starting. The team is organized, communicates well, and always shares available shifts. I also appreciate the benefits like health and dental insurance.
Overall, they truly care about their employees and clients. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable home care agency or services for a loved one.
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My experience with FirstLight Home Care has been very positive. The hiring process was clear, well-organized, and handled with a high level of professionalism. I received consistent guidance and support throughout the entire process. I would like to especially thank Vivian and Jes for their professionalism, attentiveness, and willingness to help, as well as the rest of the team for their collaboration. I highly recommend this agency.
FirstLight Home Care is a caring agency that goes the extra mile to assist those in need. I would recommend FirstLight to friends and family
Stephanie and the team of Caregivers at FirstLight were an amazing support in assisting to care for my mother in law. I would highly recommend their team if you need help for care and companionship for a loved one.
FirstLight has some of the best aides out there. If you want amazing and need specific care for yourself or a loved one ask for Jackie or Franny, they have a work ethic second to none. My dad enjoys their assistance.
My hiring process with FirstLight Home Care was a really positive experience. From the beginning, the team made me feel welcomed and supported. The communication was clear, and every step was explained to me, which helped reduce any stress I had. I appreciated how friendly and professional everyone was— it showed me that they truly value the people who work for them. Overall, it was smooth, organized, and encouraging. It made me confident that I really enjoyed that how miss Vivian ,Jes and everyone for success team gave me the support,that cares not only for its clients but also for its caregivers.”thank you for this amazing experience.
Vivian and Jes were both very professional, friendly and kind from the moment we met. They welcomed me to the FirstLight Home Care team as if we were family! The training sessions were hands on, informative and very thorough. Jes and Vivian’s reassurance that there is always support and guidance available 24/7 with just a phone call, is very comforting to know. “Thank you” Vivian and Jes for covering all bases during my training! It was a great experience! 🙂
Karen Tucker , owner of First Light Home Care of Central Orlando & her assistant Nicki are true professionals in caring for their clients. They have an impressive team of professionals that are always available for the needs of their patients.
They excel in the healthcare industry & my husband of 57 years & I are blessed to have them in our lives. Thanks so much Karen for being so caring & taking excellent care of us.
First light home care is amazing. Vivian and Jes are the sweetest ladies ever. They both are very informative, have down to earth personalities, and make you feel at home right away. It’s such a honor to be a part of First Light home care team!!
I wanted to express my gratitude for the opportunity to meet with the team today. The experience was truly amazing everyone was incredibly welcoming, understanding, and clear in explaining how things are done. The environment felt very positive and collaborative, like a true family. Big shout out to Jessica and Vivian for their Great teamwork and leader skills
I am so thankful for the caregiver you sent me 2 1/2 years ago. She (Amy Sweat) is caring, helpful, thoughtful and a person with whom I can easily talk. She truly is God’s gift to me–an angel. I am so grateful for this wonderful person who has helped me cope with my life struggles. I say a prayer of thanks each day for my angel, Amy.
If you’re a caregiver or a client looking for a company that truly values people, this agency is a top choice. My onboarding experience was smooth, organized, and honestly one of the best I’ve had!
Vivian’s communication is outstanding. She follows up quickly, explains everything clearly, and keeps the entire process moving without any stress. Her diligence and organization made onboarding not just simple, but genuinely enjoyable.
When HR is this strong, you know the company is serious about quality. Caregivers feel supported from day one, and clients benefit from well-prepared, confident professionals.
Highly recommend this company, and huge praise to Vivian, who really sets the standard!
I love First Light Home Care. They’re a fantastic group of dedicated people who care deeply for their patients and do what they can to offer the best home care possible. It’s a privilege to work for them and the patients we see daily.
I recently completed the new hire training process for the caregiver position at FirstLight Home Care, and I would like to share my experience. The training was led by Vivian and Jess, who provided exceptional guidance and support throughout the process. They are truly kind, caring, and friendly individuals.
Regardless of your skill level—whether you are a beginner or seeking a refresher—Vivian and Jess ensure that you leave the training feeling well-prepared to deliver effective care to clients in need. The training was structured at your own pace and conducted in person. The online training effectively prepares you for the in-person session, allowing you to ask any questions you may have and apply what you have learned.
I truly appreciated the emphasis on hands-on training and the personalized attention provided. This approach not only boosted my confidence but also ensured that I felt ready to start my role. Overall, I found the training process to be highly effective and rewarding, setting a solid foundation for my career in home healthcare.
FirstLight Home Care is the best place to work. All the schedulers are amazing. Shoni really caters to the clients and helps make them as happy as possible. She is always so happy and cheerful when she answers the phone and makes your day brighter.
This is the greatest experience I have had with any company I’ve worked for. The office personnel are awesome they are always smiling and a pleasure to communicate with. I must say I look forward to working with them. Jesica and Vivian were so wonderful with the training/skills check they are very knowledgeable and I left feeling confident and ready to begin assisting clients.
I have been working for this company for almost one year and it has been an blessing to work for such a caring company. From management to the amazing schedulers (Shoni the scheduler specifically is the best person in the whole world! No matter the day, no matter the weather she is there with the best help and advice 🩷) they are such amazing professionals it makes you ready and motivated to take care of our patients and treat them as amazing as we treat each other.
We recently hired First Light caregivers to help take care of my mother. We have been thrilled with the service that we have received. Everyone that we have dealt with has been charming, and it has been so helpful to know that our mom is receiving the extra care that she needs. It gives my brother and me a great sense of peace that we are able to take a little time off and know that mom is safe and receiving the assistance that she needs for things like dressing, eating and social interaction. First Light was recommended to us by someone in the healthcare industry, and we are so glad that we found them. One of our wonderful caregivers, Latroya, even texts me when she is with mom to let me know how things are going So I really feel like I know exactly what’s going on in the moment.
I cannot say enough good things about FirstLight Home Care of Central Orlando! I found myself caring for an elderly relative unexpectedly and I was not living in Florida. The team at FirstLight were amazing at walking me through options for care, helping me schedule rides for appointments, and even doing a walk through of my loved one’s home to make safety recommendations. They were dependable, professional, but most importantly, kind. They were a wonderful support in a very stressful time. I highly recommend them.
I highly recommend First Light Home Care! Their team is compassionate, professional and dedicated to providing excellent care. They go above and beyond to ensure comfort and safety offering personalized services tailored to each individual’s needs.
Our family has used First Light twice for extended periods of care. We have been very pleased and satisfied with their services. Their caregivers are attentive and caring and the office staff is pleasant and accommodating. If you have a need and want peace of mind, we wholeheartedly recommend First Light.
The most caring, kind hearted individuals with the best personalities I’ve ever met. They really know how to make people comfortable and are extremely informative and so appreciative of their workers. The way they go above and beyond is on another level. 10/10 experience
Very friendly welcoming and environment! I’ve truly never felt so comfortable starting a new job. My whole training was filled with laughs and positive energy! 10/10, would recommend😊!!
This agency has gone far and above their duty and servicing their client in such a professional and informational way that it makes it easy for anyone to recommend other people to this First Light company. You have an amazing staff just starts naming names with not have enough time, but everyone on your staff is outstanding. I think we finally found something that would be well. I picked you guys and you guys are outstanding From your staff send I would recommend you to anyone thumbs up and you get five stars from me ! Oh, did I mention, courteous, and understanding and patient all the above?
FirstLight really helped ease my mother’s recent passing. They were there for her with kindness and helping hands. And, they were exceptionally responsive. The afternoon she came home from the hospital, I realized that she could not be alone. The care coordinator arrived within 3 hours of my request (on a Friday) and had a caregiver there that night. They also provided professional caregivers to Mom last year when she was still in an Independent Living apartment. I highly recommend FirstLight!
First Light has been a life saver for me and my family. They sent an angel named Magvy to care for our loved one. She is kind, considerate, knowledgeable and too many other things to name. No matter our needs she has been there for us. Thank you First Light for bringing Magvy to us. We are forever grateful!
Thanks to lumedia,Lavonda,shoni. and Rachel. After my stroke and my wife’s surgery, we both were in great need. You guys filled a great void and helped us deal with a very difficult situation. We both are very grateful, thanks so much and keep up the good work
FirstLight Home Care is truly loving and welcoming. I really enjoyed the hiring sessions and they made sure to answer every question I had. Definitely care for not only their caregivers but their clients as well.
I absolutely love firstlight home care. Ive worked with them for a few years, and always felt very appreciated. The training process for new hires is very thorough, they make sure you are comfortable and incorporate hands on activities to perfect your skill. They make sure you are fully prepared to take care of your client!
If i were to trust a company with the care for my loved one, i would hire first light!
Vivian and Michelle are amazing in the office, both are very personable 😇
Working at First Light Home Care has been a wonderful experience; I have learned so much since I started working with them, improving my skills in client care and support. It is a wonderful group, and I love working with them. Thanks to Michelle and Vivian for being attentive to any requests I have, and especially to Shoni, who always finds a way to help with the patient schedule. When you do things well, they let you know and encourage you to be better every day with our clients.
… I recently have applied with FirstLight Home Care . And the experience with on-boarding has been excellent. Such a easy and great experience so far . I can say this is the first company since my 1st job in 2000 that has a great vibe and such a great on-boarding team.. can’t wait to experience all future clients and help each and everyone of them…
From the application process to the orientation and everything in between everyone was very helpful, understanding and patient. The great communication and assistance made it easy and of course the staff positive attitude and caring spirit made feel so welcomed. I am glad to be apart of the team
Working for this company for almost 2 years now has been just as therapeutic to me as it has our clients, whom are the highlight of my days. And what a beautiful company to work for that goes above and beyond caregiving. We work at a job we love and the care shows. Thanks FL for all you do and provide the best for our community as well as the clients
I love working for Firstlight HomeCare. Since I’ve been working here they always showed me dedication and always telling me thanks for being a team player and that means so much to me. I wish all jobs was like that, but hey that’s why I chose to work for FirstLight because they never changed on me or made me feel any different.Especially Shoni that’s in the scheduling department. I just love her positive attitude and how she goes up and above her job duty to help others and not just think about herself. We all appreciate her for always making sure the co-workers and clients are happy and pleased to have her as a team player. And also I want to thank Nicki that’s the office manager for having such an understanding on life in general. I love how she communicates with others so that everyone can be on the same page. She is always there to help if anyone is on need of it. And why I chose to work for FirstLight is because I love helping others. I love making a difference in life in general by making sure the clients are happy and satisfied. I feel that I am working with professional that I can learn from and they will push me to take on new challenging opportunities. They are very flexible and are willing to work around your schedule. So if your looking for a job FirstLight is a great place to work. I’m willing to recommend this job to anyone that is serious, passionate and care for our love one’s.
I have absolutely loved my experience here at FirstLight Home Care! I’m going on 2 years working as a caregiver for FirstLight and can confidently say this staff has so much compassion and motivation to not only give the best care to their patients but also toward the caregivers. The staff is always in communication with the patients and home health aides to ensure everyone is on the same page. Every phone call is greeted with a friendly welcome and makes me comfortable to speak to. As a college student, I have gained experience in the health care field unique to others in my classrooms. At FirstLight, everyone is treated like family.
I had a wonderful experience with the hiring process with Vivian ! She was very honest and walked me through the whole company and made me laugh and comfortable with all the rules , she is amazing as well as Michelle with the practice procedures . Michelle was very easy going through the whole thing ! VERY kind and cannot wait to start with the company !! Thank yall so much && thanks for the coffee and the great snacks ! 🩷🩷
Absolutely exceptional company and care team! They really take their time to ensure their clients and employees are taken care of. I would recommend this company to anyone who needed it! I will be graduating from UCF this year and this job helped understand what it means to provide outstanding care for others. Sierra trained me and always provided me with help when I needed it. I learned many attributes that I will take with me forever, I would recommend this job to anyone, as well as recommend this company to someone who needed a caregiver and friend.
Jessie has been the perfect caregiver for our family. Integrating into our circle and has become one of the most valuable assets in Dads rehabilitation process.
She is on time Every time. She is able to multitask and prioritize care with the best of them. She has formed a relationship with our family like she is one of or own.
My Father suffered a bi lateral brain injury and stroked twice. Causing an inability to speak “ Apraxia/Aphasia as well as many other related issues. She worked with him tirelessly, helping him to be able to communicate verbally as well as write legibly. It was a true miracle watching this. The stress and strain on my elderly mother and I being primary caregivers is greatly reduced when she is around.
Dad waits for her at the front door 3 times a week every week at noon awaiting her arrival. She always arrives with a smile, always positive, always a ray of light. I could go on forever with this positive review.
Thank you Jessie Thank you Firstlight. We couldn’t have done this without you. Forever Grateful.
The LaFleur’s
I love my experience with firstlight Home Care I’ve been working with them since 2019 I’m sick often and they have ALWAYS been there for me and my job was always waiting for me to return thanks so much to Michelle May Shaunie Trish and everyone else at firstlight Home Care love you guys Demi 😍
All I can say is Michelle that works in the office is a Godsent. She works from her heart and unfortunately a lot of people don’t do that, but a lot of people should do that when they have a job, especially a job such as a home care provider scheduler. The
people at the office that I’ve met so far is an amazing team and I look forward to working with them in the future
I worked with FirstLight in 2012-2013 as a caregiver and I can tell you, this was the best experience I have ever had with a company! The clients all wanted me back and I found a new found connection and love for elderly clients. The owner, Karen, was very helpful and wanted to help me advance my career. I was a college student and not really sure which direction I wanted to go in but she pushed me to realize my compassion with people and caring. I am now an RN and I love my position! This is definitely a rewarding job if you put the effort into it.
Wow! Our family is so impressed with FirstLight Home Care. It was a difficult decision but after meeting with Karen the owner, our family could easily tell she had a true passion to care for her clients. She never appeared rushed and answered all of our questions to our satisfaction… and we are one very picky family!
The care our family member received was superior. You can tell that Karen and her team carefully selects their employees who come to the clients’ homes. And that’s the key word: employees… not contractors.
I would hire FirstLight anytime. They are the best there is!
Our Mother is very happy with the caregiver and her professionalism.
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Exceptional Home Care Services in Orlando & Central Florida
Helping an aging loved one or adult family member remain safe, comfortable, and independent at home can be challenging, but FirstLight Home Care of Orlando is here to help. We provide personalized in-home personal care, companion care, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, respite care, and veteran home care services throughout Central Florida, including Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties.
Home Care Services That Go Beyond Expectations
With FirstLight Home Care of Orlando, you can expect:
- Compassionate, highly trained caregivers dedicated to building trusted relationships with every client and family.
- Personalized care plans designed around each individual’s unique needs, preferences, and goals.
- A holistic approach that supports physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being.
- Guidance and education to help families make informed decisions about home care and long-term support options.
- Flexible services, including respite care for family caregivers, post-surgery recovery care, veteran home care support, and specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
Whether you live in Orlando, Winter Park, Lake Nona, Kissimmee, Sanford, or elsewhere in Orange, Osceola, or Seminole County, your loved one deserves a caregiving team committed to creating meaningful connections and delivering exceptional care. For trusted private home care services in Orlando and Central Florida, request more information or call FirstLight Home Care of Orlando at (407) 434-0675.
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