Medication Reminders at Home in Slippery Rock University, PA
Reminders and routine support so medicines are taken on time and refills are picked up, without the caregiver giving medication. Post what you need in Slippery Rock University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Medication Reminders in Slippery Rock University, PA: the local picture
About 0 Slippery Rock University residents 65 or older have serious difficulty remembering, concentrating or making decisions (—; 6.2% in Butler County). Missed or doubled doses are a common reason families arrange reminder visits.
0 older residents live alone (—), with no one at home to notice a missed dose.
Slippery Rock University compared with Butler County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Slippery Rock University | Butler County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 1.8% | 3.7% | 12% |
Older residents in towns around Slippery Rock University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Memory difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slippery Rock, PA | 0.9 mi | 275 | 1.8% |
| Grove City, PA | 6.8 mi | 1,092 | 5.1% |
| Shanor-Northvue, PA | 12 mi | 1,054 | 3.7% |
| Homeacre-Lyndora, PA | 15 mi | 1,587 | 12% |
| Meridian, PA | 15 mi | 1,121 | 7.4% |
| Butler, PA | 16 mi | 1,642 | 8.6% |
Hospitals near Slippery Rock University
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove City Medical Center | Grove City, PA | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (724) 450-7000 |
| Independence Health System Butler Memorial Hospita | Butler, PA | 14 mi | 2 of 5 | (724) 284-4403 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Slippery Rock University. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for medication reminders can help with
- Reminders at the times the doctor or pharmacist set
- Checking a pill organizer or blister pack
- Picking up refills and noticing when one is due
- Keeping a simple log the family can see
What medication reminders costs in Slippery Rock University
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 caregiver for medication reminders
A caregiver reminds; giving medication (putting pills in the person’s hand or mouth, injections, eye drops on someone’s behalf) is generally reserved for licensed nurses or aides with a separate state certification. Ask your pharmacist about pill organizers and blister packs, which make reminders easier to check.
Questions worth asking: How do you remind without taking over? How would you check that a dose was taken? Can you pick up refills on the way? More in our medication reminders guide.
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Medication Reminders in Slippery Rock University: common questions
How much does medication reminders cost in Slippery Rock University?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Can a caregiver give medication?
Usually not. A caregiver can remind and check; giving medication is generally reserved for licensed nurses or aides with a state medication certification. Ask your state’s rules if you need more.
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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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