In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Wauna, 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 Wauna for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Wauna, WA: the local picture
About 418 Wauna residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (15%; 12% in Pierce County).
106 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
1.0% of Wauna households have no vehicle (5.4% in Pierce County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Wauna compared with Pierce County and Washington
| Census figure | Wauna | Pierce County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 15% | 12% | 11% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 3.9% | 4.8% | 4.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.0% | 5.4% | 7.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 3.8% | 16% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 8.8% | 8.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,583 | $70,061 | — |
Older residents in towns around Wauna
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterwood, WA | 3.2 mi | 520 | 5.1% |
| Rosedale, WA | 3.4 mi | 663 | 9.7% |
| Gig Harbor, WA | 4.5 mi | 3,799 | 5.1% |
| Maplewood, WA | 4.9 mi | 1,401 | 9.6% |
| Key Center, WA | 5.4 mi | 712 | 14% |
| Artondale, WA | 5.6 mi | 2,682 | 5.7% |
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 Wauna
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 44% of the $4,549 monthly median income of Wauna 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 Wauna: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Wauna?
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 44% of the $4,549 monthly median income of Wauna 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 Wauna
Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Canterwood, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Rosedale, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Gig Harbor, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Maplewood, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Key Center, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Artondale, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Bethel, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Wollochet, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Fox Island, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in Belfair, WA
- Disability Care for Adults in East Port Orchard, 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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