Mobility Assistance at Home in Slidell, LA
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 Slidell for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Mobility Assistance in Slidell, LA: the local picture
About 1,457 Slidell residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (25%; 22% in St. Tammany Parish). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.
819 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.
Home health agencies serving Slidell that list physical therapy include Southeast Louisiana Home Health, LLC and Elara Caring; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.
Slidell compared with St. Tammany Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Slidell | St. Tammany Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 25% | 22% | 25% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 7.1% | 7.3% | 8.6% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 36% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 26% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.5% | 4.3% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,209 | $55,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around Slidell
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Isle, LA | 4.7 mi | 1,989 | 26% |
| Pearl River, LA | 6.0 mi | 418 | 16% |
| Lacombe, LA | 9.0 mi | 1,403 | 17% |
| Nicholson, MS | 15 mi | 433 | 21% |
| Picayune, MS | 18 mi | 2,353 | 34% |
| New Orleans, LA | 19 mi | 63,917 | 23% |
Home health agencies serving Slidell (therapy needs a doctor’s order)
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Louisiana Home Health, LLC | Covington, LA | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 892-8008 |
| Elara Caring | Metairie, LA | 31 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (504) 469-3849 |
| Elara Caring | Hammond, LA | 43 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (985) 340-8000 |
| Omni Home Care | Mandeville, LA | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 674-5175 |
| Mercy Home Health Services | Mandeville, LA | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 674-1699 |
| St. Tammany Hospital Home Health | Madisonville, LA | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 898-4414 |
Emergency hospitals near Slidell
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slidell Memorial Hospital | Slidell, LA | 1.0 mi | 2 of 5 | (985) 643-2200 |
| Highland Community Hospital | Picayune, MS | 18 mi | 1 of 5 | (601) 358-9400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Slidell. 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 Slidell
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,434 monthly median income of Slidell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Slidell: common questions
How much does mobility assistance cost in Slidell?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,434 monthly median income of Slidell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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