In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Ave Maria, FL
Support at home for adults under 65 with a physical, intellectual or developmental disability, so they can live as independently as they choose. Post what you need in Ave Maria for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Ave Maria, FL: the local picture
About 315 Ave Maria residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (6.7%; 6.8% in Collier County).
52 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
1.6% of Ave Maria households have no vehicle (4.6% in Collier County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Ave Maria compared with Collier County and Florida
| Census figure | Ave Maria | Collier County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 6.7% | 6.8% | 10% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 1.1% | 2.3% | 3.6% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 4.6% | 6.0% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 36% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 22% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.5% | 7.8% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $75,078 | $85,716 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ave Maria
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immokalee, FL | 7.1 mi | 1,886 | 7.8% |
| Orangetree, FL | 8.7 mi | 1,016 | 12% |
| Island Walk, FL | 18 mi | 1,828 | 39% |
| Vineyards, FL | 19 mi | 2,077 | 4.6% |
| Golden Gate, FL | 19 mi | 2,590 | 5.6% |
| Bonita Springs, FL | 21 mi | 24,688 | 9.1% |
What a disability support caregiver can help with
- Personal care, on the person’s terms
- Cooking, shopping and housekeeping
- Getting to work, school, appointments and activities
- Keeping routines the person sets
What disability care for adults costs in Ave Maria
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,257 monthly median income of Ave Maria households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
What to know before hiring a disability support caregiver
Many state Medicaid programs let adults with disabilities direct their own care: they, or a representative, hire and supervise the caregiver.
Questions worth asking: Have you supported adults with a disability like mine (or my family member’s)? How do you support someone to do things themselves? Can you drive to work, school or day programs? More in our disability care for adults guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Disability Care for Adults in Ave Maria: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Ave Maria?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,257 monthly median income of Ave Maria households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Can an adult with a disability hire their own caregiver?
Yes. Many state Medicaid programs offer self-direction, where the person or a representative hires and supervises the caregiver. Our guide How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Immokalee, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Orangetree, FL
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- Disability Care for Adults in Vineyards, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Golden Gate, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Bonita Springs, FL
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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