Mobility Assistance in Robinson, IL

Local figures

Mobility Assistance in Robinson, IL: the local picture

19%

of residents 65+ have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (18% in Crawford County)

179

residents 85 or older (2.5% of all residents)

0.8 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Robinson)

23%

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

About 212 Robinson residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (19%; 18% in Crawford County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.

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

Home health agencies serving Robinson that list physical therapy include Good Samaritan Home Care Services and Good Samaritan Home Care Services Of Vincennes In; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.

Robinson compared with Crawford County and Illinois

Census figure	Robinson	Crawford County	Illinois
Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking	19%	18%	20%
Residents 85 or older	2.5%	2.1%	2.0%
Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing	2.9%	3.5%	6.9%
Residents 65+ with a disability	23%	27%	32%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	40%	35%	30%
Households with no vehicle	4.6%	6.1%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$56,026	$56,250	—

Older residents in towns around Robinson

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	Walking difficulty (65+)
Sullivan, IN	19 mi	817	27%
Lawrenceville, IL	20 mi	794	22%
Newton, IL	23 mi	628	38%
Vincennes, IN	26 mi	2,766	20%
Olney, IL	27 mi	1,853	21%
Marshall, IL	27 mi	896	13%

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

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Good Samaritan Home Care Services	Lawrenceville, IL	19 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy	(618) 943-4428
Good Samaritan Home Care Services Of Vincennes In	Vincennes, IN	26 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(812) 885-2767
Sarah Bush Lincoln Home Care	Charleston, IL	41 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(217) 234-4418
Hshs Home Care Illinois	Effingham, IL	45 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(217) 347-1777
Carle Home Care	Champaign, IL	83 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(217) 383-3488
Lhc-Illinois Home Health Care	Marion, IL	110 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy	(618) 997-6565

Emergency hospitals near Robinson

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Crawford Memorial Hospital	Robinson, IL	0.8 mi	4 of 5	(618) 544-3131
Sullivan County Community Hospital	Sullivan, IN	19 mi	not rated	(812) 268-4311

Straight-line miles from the center of Robinson. 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 Robinson

At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,669 monthly median income of Robinson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Robinson: common questions

How much does mobility assistance cost in Robinson?

At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,669 monthly median income of Robinson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Robinson, IL