Mobility Assistance at Home in Red Lodge, MT
Help walking, getting in and out of bed, chairs, the shower and the car, and staying steady around the home. Post what you need in Red Lodge for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Mobility Assistance in Red Lodge, MT: the local picture
About 8 Red Lodge residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (1.0%; 11% in Carbon County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.
72 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.
Home health agencies serving Red Lodge that list physical therapy include Beartooth Billings Clinic Home Care; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.
Red Lodge compared with Carbon County and Montana
| Census figure | Red Lodge | Carbon County | Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 1.0% | 11% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 0.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 18% | 30% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 20% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.0% | 3.4% | 4.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,558 | $64,495 | — |
Older residents in towns around Red Lodge
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powell, WY | 38 mi | 1,383 | 14% |
| Laurel, MT | 40 mi | 1,046 | 22% |
| Cody, WY | 47 mi | 2,088 | 15% |
| Billings, MT | 53 mi | 22,510 | 20% |
| Lockwood, MT | 60 mi | 1,212 | 30% |
Home health agencies serving Red Lodge (therapy needs a doctor’s order)
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beartooth Billings Clinic Home Care | Red Lodge, MT | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (406) 446-2345 |
Emergency hospitals near Red Lodge
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stillwater Billings Clinic | Columbus, MT | 30 mi | not rated | (406) 322-5316 |
| Powell Valley Hospital | Powell, WY | 38 mi | 4 of 5 | (307) 754-1107 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Red Lodge. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
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
What mobility assistance costs in Red Lodge
At the Montana median aide wage of $17.61 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,526 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,713 monthly median income of Red Lodge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Montana's minimum wage is $10.85 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 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.
Mobility Assistance in Red Lodge: common questions
How much does mobility assistance cost in Red Lodge?
At the Montana median aide wage of $17.61 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,526 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,713 monthly median income of Red Lodge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Montana's minimum wage is $10.85 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.
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