Mobility Assistance at Home in Tracyton, WA
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 Tracyton for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Mobility Assistance in Tracyton, WA: the local picture
About 307 Tracyton residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (28%; 18% in Kitsap County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.
211 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.
Tracyton compared with Kitsap County and Washington
| Census figure | Tracyton | Kitsap County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 28% | 18% | 20% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 4.2% | 5.6% | 7.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 22% | 26% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.1% | 4.3% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,375 | $81,452 | — |
Older residents in towns around Tracyton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chico, WA | 3.2 mi | 725 | 21% |
| Navy Yard City, WA | 3.9 mi | 357 | 39% |
| Silverdale, WA | 4.2 mi | 4,330 | 25% |
| Port Orchard, WA | 5.0 mi | 2,691 | 18% |
| Bremerton, WA | 5.7 mi | 5,773 | 27% |
| Parkwood, WA | 6.3 mi | 1,034 | 31% |
Emergency hospitals near Tracyton
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Mason Medical Center | Seattle, WA | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (206) 223-6600 |
| Harborview Medical Center | Seattle, WA | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | (206) 744-9535 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Tracyton. 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 Tracyton
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $6,615 monthly median income of Tracyton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.
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Mobility Assistance in Tracyton: common questions
How much does mobility assistance cost in Tracyton?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $6,615 monthly median income of Tracyton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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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