In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Big Rapids, MI
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Parkinson’s Care in Big Rapids, MI: the local picture
141 Big Rapids residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (18%; 18% in Mecosta County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
81 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (10%).
Medicare lists 11 home health agencies serving Big Rapids ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Big Rapids compared with Mecosta County and Michigan
| Census figure | Big Rapids | Mecosta County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 18% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 10% | 7.0% | 7.7% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 3.2% | 4.6% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.7% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 73% | 28% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 15% | 7.1% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $30,714 | $51,827 | — |
Older residents in towns around Big Rapids
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reed City, MI | 12 mi | 528 | 41% |
| Canadian Lakes, MI | 12 mi | 1,342 | 8.4% |
| Newaygo, MI | 25 mi | 418 | 26% |
| Fremont, MI | 29 mi | 1,078 | 19% |
| Cedar Springs, MI | 33 mi | 433 | 24% |
| Mount Pleasant, MI | 36 mi | 1,951 | 24% |
Home health agencies serving Big Rapids
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Ludington, MI | 51 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (231) 629-8665 |
| Corewell Health Visiting Nurse Association | Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (616) 486-3951 |
| Alpine Care Home Health | Grand Rapids, MI | 53 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (616) 956-7900 |
| Mclaren Home Care | Mount Pleasant, MI | 36 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (989) 772-6785 |
| Munson Home Care | Traverse City, MI | 74 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 252-2065 |
| Ace Home Health Care | Howard City, MI | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (231) 937-4514 |
Nursing homes near Big Rapids
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation Of | Big Rapids, MI | 1.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 78 | (231) 796-2631 |
| The Orchards At Big Rapids | Big Rapids, MI | 1.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (231) 796-3185 |
| Corewell Health Reed City Hospital Rehabilitation | Reed City, MI | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | 39 | (231) 832-7120 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Big Rapids. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver experienced with Parkinson’s can help with
- Medication reminders on the schedule the doctor set
- Help walking, turning and getting up safely
- Dressing and buttons when hands are stiff or shaky
- Meals prepared the way the care team advises
What Parkinson’s care costs in Big Rapids
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 57% of the $2,560 monthly median income of Big Rapids households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 experienced with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease affects more than 1.1 million people in the U.S., and nearly 90,000 are diagnosed each year, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Its Helpline, 1-800-473-4636, answers questions from people with Parkinson’s and their families.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone with Parkinson’s? What helped most? How do you keep medication reminders exactly on time? How do you help someone who freezes while walking? More in our parkinson’s care guide.
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Parkinson’s Care in Big Rapids: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Big Rapids?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 57% of the $2,560 monthly median income of Big Rapids households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
What should a Parkinson’s caregiver know?
Look for someone who has helped people with stiffness, slowness or tremor, keeps a strict routine, and knows safe transfers. Ask for a reference from a family of someone with Parkinson’s.
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Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
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- Parkinson’s Care in Cedar Springs, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Mount Pleasant, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Clare, MI
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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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