In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Key Center, WA
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 Key Center for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Key Center, WA: the local picture
About 305 Key Center residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (14%; 12% in Pierce County).
81 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
2.4% of Key Center households have no vehicle (5.4% in Pierce County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Key Center compared with Pierce County and Washington
| Census figure | Key Center | Pierce County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 14% | 12% | 11% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 3.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.4% | 5.4% | 7.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 2.4% | 16% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.9% | 8.8% | 8.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $80,972 | $70,061 | — |
Older residents in towns around Key Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artondale, WA | 5.1 mi | 2,682 | 5.7% |
| Wauna, WA | 5.4 mi | 1,144 | 15% |
| Rosedale, WA | 5.8 mi | 663 | 9.7% |
| Fox Island, WA | 7.2 mi | 937 | 12% |
| Gig Harbor, WA | 7.2 mi | 3,799 | 5.1% |
| Longbranch, WA | 7.4 mi | 1,236 | 20% |
Home health agencies serving Key Center
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Home Health | Tacoma, WA | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (253) 581-9410 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Tacoma, WA | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (253) 475-6862 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Federal Way, WA | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (253) 661-5166 |
| Chi Franciscan Health At Home | University Place, WA | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (253) 543-7026 |
| Multicare Good Samaritan Home Health | Tacoma, WA | 16 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (253) 301-6400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Key Center. 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 Key Center
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $6,748 monthly median income of Key Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Key Center: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Key Center?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $6,748 monthly median income of Key Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers Washington.
More senior care near Key Center
Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Artondale, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Wauna, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Rosedale, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Fox Island, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Gig Harbor, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Longbranch, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Canterwood, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Wollochet, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Belfair, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Maplewood, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in University Place, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Bethel, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Fircrest, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Steilacoom, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in East Port Orchard, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Bremerton, WA
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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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