Visiting Angels Lake County in Leesburg, Florida, is a locally owned and operated referral registry devoted to empowering seniors to age in place with dignity and independence. With a foundation built on compassion, community knowledge, and rigorous caregiver vetting, the organization connects families to non‑medical, personalized home care services throughout Lake County and neighboring areas. Visiting Angels’ mission is to deliver support that enhances quality of life—physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally—while maintaining the familiar comfort of home.
Rather than providing care directly, Visiting Angels acts as a trusted referral source, matching seniors and their families with thoroughly screened and trained caregivers available around the clock. This self‑directed model ensures clients retain full control, from choosing their caregiver to customizing schedules and care routines. The agency emphasizes personal choice in care planning, caregiver selection, and service types to promote empowerment at every stage.
The range of services encompasses light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, medication reminders, companionship, and personal care like bathing and dressing. Importantly, the agency also offers specialized support—dementia and Alzheimer’s care, transitional support to prevent hospital readmission (via the “Ready, Set, Go Home” program), and fall‑prevention coaching through Safe & Steady. Seniors can participate in social care programs to build digital literacy and stay connected with loved ones in today’s online culture.
Every caregiver referred by Visiting Angels undergoes comprehensive background checks—including Level 2 FBI fingerprinting and license verification where applicable—ensuring the highest standards of safety and trust. The registry offers flexible, affordable scheduling from a few hours a week up to 24/7 live‑in care, adapting to short‑term or long‑term needs.
As the local franchise owner Shelly Laffey oversees operations in Leesburg, the registry extends its services across Lake and Sumter Counties—including communities such as Tavares, Umatilla, Clermont, Groveland, Mount Dora, and The Villages. Prospective clients are invited to arrange a free in‑home consultation, during which Visiting Angels listens carefully to individual needs and preferences before referring caregivers that align with those requirements.
Visiting Angels in Leesburg offers a trusted, client‑driven senior care solution. By seamlessly pairing older adults with empathetic, professional caregivers and enabling clients to shape their own care experience, the organization delivers meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and peace of mind to their families.
