In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Quinnipiac University, CT
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 Quinnipiac University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Quinnipiac University, CT: the local picture
About 437 Quinnipiac University residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (10%; 9.1% in South Central Connecticut Planning Region).
42 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
Quinnipiac University compared with South Central Connecticut Planning Region and Connecticut
| Census figure | Quinnipiac University | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 10% | 9.1% | 9.5% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 1.0% | 3.6% | 3.5% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 14% | 22% | 23% |
Older residents in towns around Quinnipiac University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Haven, CT | 3.3 mi | 5,439 | 5.1% |
| Wallingford Center, CT | 4.4 mi | 3,891 | 9.8% |
| Cheshire Village, CT | 5.8 mi | 1,815 | 13% |
| Northford, CT | 6.0 mi | 1,520 | 5.8% |
| New Haven, CT | 7.7 mi | 15,840 | 10% |
| East Haven, CT | 8.9 mi | 5,689 | 7.8% |
Home health agencies serving Quinnipiac University
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Rocky Hill, CT | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (860) 632-4000 |
| Pathwell Home Health | Stratford, CT | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (203) 256-1804 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Rocky Hill, CT | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (860) 674-1302 |
| Masters In Home Care, LLC | Rocky Hill, CT | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (860) 265-4427 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Shelton, CT | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (203) 327-2680 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Quinnipiac 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 Quinnipiac University
At the Connecticut median aide wage of $18.75 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,625 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94 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 Quinnipiac University: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Quinnipiac University?
At the Connecticut median aide wage of $18.75 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,625 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94 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 Connecticut.
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Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
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- Disability Care for Adults in East Haven, CT
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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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