Medication Reminders at Home in University of California-Davis, CA
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 University of California-Davis for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Medication Reminders in University of California-Davis, CA: the local picture
About 0 University of California-Davis residents 65 or older have serious difficulty remembering, concentrating or making decisions (—; 7.5% in Yolo 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.
University of California-Davis compared with Yolo County and California
| Census figure | University of California-Davis | Yolo County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 51% | 36% | 44% |
Older residents in towns around University of California-Davis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Memory difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis, CA | 1.7 mi | 9,365 | 6.7% |
| Dixon, CA | 7.2 mi | 2,657 | 13% |
| Woodland, CA | 9.2 mi | 8,421 | 8.7% |
| West Sacramento, CA | 11 mi | 6,426 | 8.2% |
| Winters, CA | 12 mi | 1,093 | 4.5% |
| Sacramento, CA | 16 mi | 75,245 | 9.4% |
Hospitals near University of California-Davis
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Davis Hospital | Davis, CA | 1.4 mi | 4 of 5 | (530) 757-5108 |
| Woodland Memorial Hospital | Woodland, CA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | (530) 662-3961 |
Straight-line miles from the center of University of California-Davis. 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 University of California-Davis
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 University of California-Davis: common questions
How much does medication reminders cost in University of California-Davis?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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