Home Care in Kinston, NC | 1st Choice Care HCA
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Where caring for you comes first

Compassionate, dependable home care in Kinston, NC that helps your loved ones live safely and comfortably at home.

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24–48 hoursFrom your first call to the start of care. Medicaid, CAP-DA, CAP-C and private pay accepted.

Very wonderful and caring company. My mom and I had an awesome experience with their services.

Tina Smith, family member

Why families choose us

Care that feels like family

We're more than care providers. We're a team that treats every client like family, and it shows in four ways.

01Reliable & dependable

There when you need us, every time

When a caregiver is scheduled, they show up. Families can count on consistent, dependable care, day or night.

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24/7Care available every hour of every day
02Compassionate care

Kindness, dignity and respect in every visit

We treat every client the way we'd want our own family treated, with patience and genuine warmth.

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03Personalized support

A care plan shaped around one person

No two clients are the same. We build care around your loved one's needs, routine and preferences, and adjust as things change.

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04Comfort of home

Safe and independent, right where they belong

Our care helps your loved one stay in the home they know, surrounded by the things and people they love.

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24–48 hrsFrom your first call to the start of care

Paying for care

Care that fits your coverage

We work with the programs most families in Eastern North Carolina use. Not sure which applies? Call and we'll talk it through with you.

Medicaid

We accept Medicaid for in-home care.

CAP-DA

North Carolina's program that helps adults with disabilities receive care at home instead of in a facility.

CAP-C

The same kind of program for children with serious medical needs, so they can be cared for at home.

Private pay

Pay directly for the hours and services you choose.

Getting started

Your path to care begins here

01

Let's have a conversation

Call us and tell us about your loved one: their needs, their routine and what worries you most.

02

We build a care plan

We put together personalized care that fits your loved one's needs and your family's schedule.

03

Care begins, fast

Care can usually start within 24 to 48 hours of your first call.

04

We stay with you

As needs change, we adjust the plan, so your loved one keeps getting the right care at home.

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Five-star reviews from the families we serve

What families are saying

"Very wonderful and caring company."

My mom and I had an awesome experience with their services!

TS
Tina Smith★★★★★ review
"This company really cares about the services they provide."

The owner is down to earth and really takes the services her company provides seriously.

CE
Corey Ellison★★★★★ review
"Caring and professional staff."

Highly recommended.

AC
Arenna Renee Clark★★★★★ review

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Answer three quick questions and we'll point you toward the right kind of care. It takes less than a minute.

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Careers

Do work that matters

We're looking for compassionate, reliable NA1s and personal care aides to join our team in Kinston and nearby.

  • Sign-on bonus available
  • A team that treats you like family, too
  • Meaningful work helping people stay safe at home
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Nursing Assistant I (NA1)

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Provide quality care to clients in their homes while protecting their dignity, safety and comfort.

Responsibilities and requirements

You'll

  • Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility
  • Provide personal care according to care plans
  • Watch for and report changes in a client's condition
  • Keep a safe, clean environment

You have

  • A listing on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry
  • A compassionate, reliable and professional manner
  • Good communication skills
  • Experience (preferred)

Personal Care Aide

Now hiring

Help clients with their daily, non-medical needs in their homes.

Responsibilities and requirements

You'll

  • Help with bathing, dressing and grooming
  • Help with meal prep, housekeeping and laundry
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
  • Follow care plans and report concerns

You have

  • A dependable, compassionate approach
  • Good communication skills
  • Experience (preferred)
  • Reliable transportation (a plus)
"I had a great interaction today with Gina! Such a personable and friendly person. She talked me through every step of my I-9 verification and made it easy and quick."D'Dondra Sneed, new team member

FAQ

Questions families ask

Don't see yours? Call (252) 686-5155 and we'll answer it.

How quickly can care start?

Care can usually begin within 24 to 48 hours of your first call.

Do you accept Medicaid?

Yes. We accept Medicaid and private pay, and we serve clients through CAP-DA and CAP-C.

What are CAP-DA and CAP-C?

They're North Carolina Medicaid programs that help people get care at home instead of in a facility. CAP-DA serves adults with disabilities, and CAP-C serves children with serious medical needs. Call us and we'll help you understand your options.

What areas do you serve?

Kinston, NC and the surrounding areas.

Are your caregivers trained?

Yes. All of our caregivers are trained and experienced.

Do you provide care overnight and on weekends?

Yes. Care is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Contact us

Connect with our care team

The fastest way to get started is a phone call. You'll talk to a real person about what your family needs.

Call us(252) 686-5155 Email us[email protected]
Service areaKinston, NC and surrounding areas

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