Mobility Assistance at Home in St. Augustine Shores, FL
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 St. Augustine Shores for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Mobility Assistance in St. Augustine Shores, FL: the local picture
About 511 St. Augustine Shores residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (16%; 15% in St. Johns County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.
377 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.
Home health agencies serving St. Augustine Shores that list physical therapy include Confident Care Of Florida Corp and Confident Care Of Florida Corp; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.
St. Augustine Shores compared with St. Johns County and Florida
| Census figure | St. Augustine Shores | St. Johns County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 16% | 15% | 20% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 2.7% | 4.5% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 25% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 20% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.0% | 3.1% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,644 | $75,579 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Augustine Shores
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Augustine South, FL | 2.7 mi | 1,269 | 20% |
| Butler Beach, FL | 2.9 mi | 1,864 | 13% |
| St. Augustine Beach, FL | 3.5 mi | 2,054 | 7.4% |
| St. Augustine, FL | 6.2 mi | 4,213 | 19% |
| Flagler Estates, FL | 14 mi | 624 | 9.1% |
| World Golf Village, FL | 15 mi | 5,175 | 9.7% |
Home health agencies serving St. Augustine Shores (therapy needs a doctor’s order)
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confident Care Of Florida Corp | Palm Coast, FL | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Confident Care Of Florida Corp | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Medical Services Of America Home Health | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (904) 998-4408 |
| A Care Connection Home Health | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (904) 899-5520 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (904) 730-4640 |
| Concierge Home Care | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Emergency hospitals near St. Augustine Shores
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagler Hospital | Saint Augustine, FL | 1.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (904) 819-5155 |
| Adventhealth Palm Coast Parkway | Palm Coast, FL | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | (386) 302-1800 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Augustine Shores. 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 St. Augustine Shores
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,720 monthly median income of St. Augustine Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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.
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Mobility Assistance in St. Augustine Shores: common questions
How much does mobility assistance cost in St. Augustine Shores?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,720 monthly median income of St. Augustine Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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