In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Florida Gulf Coast University, 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 Florida Gulf Coast University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL: the local picture
About 412 Florida Gulf Coast University residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (8.7%; 9.5% in Lee County).
158 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
4.6% of Florida Gulf Coast University households have no vehicle (5.0% in Lee County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Florida Gulf Coast University compared with Lee County and Florida
| Census figure | Florida Gulf Coast University | Lee County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 8.7% | 9.5% | 10% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 3.3% | 3.5% | 3.6% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.6% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 8.2% | 26% | 31% |
Older residents in towns around Florida Gulf Coast University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Oaks, FL | 2.1 mi | 348 | 6.8% |
| San Carlos Park, FL | 3.5 mi | 3,159 | 8.6% |
| Estero, FL | 3.7 mi | 19,657 | 5.3% |
| Gateway, FL | 7.8 mi | 2,180 | 3.5% |
| Bonita Springs, FL | 7.9 mi | 24,688 | 9.1% |
| Villas, FL | 8.6 mi | 4,022 | 13% |
Home health agencies serving Florida Gulf Coast University
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Home Care Services LLC | Fort Myers, FL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Centerwell Home Health | Port Charlotte, FL | 36 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (941) 623-4882 |
| Coastal Breeze Home Health LLC | Sarasota, FL | 70 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (941) 208-4463 |
| Golden Age Home Health Agency Corp | Fort Myers, FL | 9.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (239) 368-4899 |
| Home Health By Gulf Coast Village | Cape Coral, FL | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (239) 772-7480 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Florida Gulf Coast University. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
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 Florida Gulf Coast University
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. 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.
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Disability Care for Adults in Florida Gulf Coast University: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Florida Gulf Coast University?
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. 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 Three Oaks, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in San Carlos Park, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Estero, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Gateway, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Bonita Springs, FL
- Disability Care for Adults in Villas, FL
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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