Mobility Assistance in Pittsfield, MA

Local figures

Mobility Assistance in Pittsfield, MA: the local picture

19%

of residents 65+ have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (16% in Berkshire County)

946

residents 85 or older (2.2% of all residents)

0.7 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Pittsfield)

29%

of residents 65+ report a disability (27% in Berkshire County)

About 1,502 Pittsfield residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (19%; 16% in Berkshire County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.

946 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.

Home health agencies serving Pittsfield that list physical therapy include Centerwell Home Health and Amedisys Home Health Care; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.

Pittsfield compared with Berkshire County and Massachusetts

Census figure	Pittsfield	Berkshire County	Massachusetts
Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking	19%	16%	18%
Residents 85 or older	2.2%	3.2%	2.2%
Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing	7.1%	4.8%	7.2%
Residents 65+ with a disability	29%	27%	30%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	41%	33%	29%
Households with no vehicle	14%	9.6%	12%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$52,926	$59,265	—

Older residents in towns around Pittsfield

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	Walking difficulty (65+)
Adams, MA	14 mi	1,377	17%
North Adams, MA	17 mi	2,727	27%
Williamstown, MA	18 mi	764	10%
West Sand Lake, NY	21 mi	637	28%
East Greenbush, NY	25 mi	1,197	20%
Wynantskill, NY	25 mi	789	17%

Home health agencies serving Pittsfield (therapy needs a doctor’s order)

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Centerwell Home Health	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(508) 672-0675
Amedisys Home Health Care	Agawam, MA	42 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 789-0027
Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 447-3048
Loyal Home Care Services	Worcester, MA	76 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(617) 964-2489
Visiting Rehab And Nursing Services	Mansfield, MA	109 mi	2 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(781) 281-2235
Aveanna Healthcare	Springfield, MA	41 mi	not rated	nursing, home health aides	(413) 731-3050

Emergency hospitals near Pittsfield

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Berkshire Medical Center	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	4 of 5	(413) 447-2000
Fairview Hospital	Great Barrington, MA	18 mi	5 of 5	(413) 528-0790

Straight-line miles from the center of Pittsfield. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

What a caregiver for mobility help can help with

Steadying walks inside and outside the home
Transfers: bed, chair, toilet, shower and car
Help with walkers, canes and wheelchairs
The home exercises a physical therapist set

Cost

What mobility assistance costs in Pittsfield

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,411 monthly median income of Pittsfield households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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.

Before you hire

What to know before hiring a caregiver for mobility help

Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and older, and over 14 million, or 1 in 4, older adults report falling every year (CDC).

Questions worth asking: Which transfers are you trained to do safely? Have you used a gait belt, walker or wheelchair with clients? What would you do if my parent started to fall? More in our mobility assistance guide.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Mobility Assistance in Pittsfield: common questions

How much does mobility assistance cost in Pittsfield?

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,411 monthly median income of Pittsfield households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

What does a caregiver do to help with mobility?

Walks beside the person, helps them stand and sit, transfers them to bed, chair, toilet, shower or car, and keeps walkways clear. They do not replace a physical therapist.

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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.

Mobility Assistance at Home in Pittsfield, MA