In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Red Oak, IA
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 Red Oak for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Red Oak, IA: the local picture
About 581 Red Oak residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (19%; 14% in Montgomery County).
161 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
6.0% of Red Oak households have no vehicle (4.0% in Montgomery County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Red Oak compared with Montgomery County and Iowa
| Census figure | Red Oak | Montgomery County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 19% | 14% | 11% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 5.2% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.0% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 4.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 37% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 8.1% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $33,072 | $46,325 | — |
Older residents in towns around Red Oak
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah, IA | 19 mi | 1,280 | 16% |
| Clarinda, IA | 22 mi | 1,227 | 20% |
| Glenwood, IA | 27 mi | 1,116 | 17% |
| Atlantic, IA | 28 mi | 1,632 | 17% |
| Plattsmouth, NE | 35 mi | 1,093 | 17% |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 36 mi | 10,951 | 15% |
Home health agencies serving Red Oak
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Health Services, LLC | Clarinda, IA | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (712) 850-1323 |
| Angels Care Home Health Of Iowa | Council Bluffs, IA | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 352-3640 |
| Wel-Home Health Of Red Oak | Red Oak, IA | 0.5 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 623-2500 |
| Home Sweet Home Care | Atlantic, IA | 29 mi | not rated | nursing, home health aides | (712) 243-5343 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Red Oak. 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 Red Oak
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 55% of the $2,756 monthly median income of Red Oak households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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 Red Oak: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Red Oak?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 55% of the $2,756 monthly median income of Red Oak households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Iowa.
More senior care near Red Oak
Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Shenandoah, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Clarinda, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Glenwood, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Atlantic, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Plattsmouth, NE
- Disability Care for Adults in Council Bluffs, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Offutt AFB, NE
- Disability Care for Adults in Bellevue, NE
- Disability Care for Adults in Nebraska City, NE
- Disability Care for Adults in Carter Lake, IA
- Disability Care for Adults in Harlan, IA
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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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