In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Charles Town, WV
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Parkinson’s Care in Charles Town, WV: the local picture
188 Charles Town residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (21%; 17% in Jefferson County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
35 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (3.9%).
Medicare lists 6 home health agencies serving Charles Town ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Charles Town compared with Jefferson County and West Virginia
| Census figure | Charles Town | Jefferson County | West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 21% | 17% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 3.9% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 3.6% | 5.8% | 8.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 27% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.5% | 5.9% | 8.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $74,740 | $72,704 | — |
Older residents in towns around Charles Town
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranson, WV | 3.2 mi | 908 | 17% |
| Shannondale, WV | 5.2 mi | 543 | 13% |
| Berryville, VA | 9.6 mi | 1,053 | 11% |
| Inwood, WV | 11 mi | 529 | 15% |
| Purcellville, VA | 13 mi | 876 | 9.6% |
| Lovettsville, VA | 13 mi | 253 | 19% |
Home health agencies serving Charles Town
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caring Angels Home Health, LLC | Inwood, WV | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (304) 350-8658 |
| Panhandle Home Health, Inc. | Martinsburg, WV | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 263-5680 |
| Valley Health Home Health/West Virginia | Romney, WV | 47 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 797-3787 |
| West Virginia Home Health LLC | Martinsburg, WV | 14 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (304) 260-0147 |
| Valley Health Home Health | Winchester, VA | 17 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 536-5200 |
| Wvuhs Home Care | Clarksburg, WV | 132 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (681) 342-3252 |
Nursing homes near Charles Town
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Tree Healthcare Center | Charles Town, WV | 1.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 104 | (304) 725-6575 |
| Shenandoah Center | Charles Town, WV | 2.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 78 | (304) 724-1101 |
| Rose Hill Health And Rehab | Berryville, VA | 9.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (540) 955-9995 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Charles Town. 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 Charles Town
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,228 monthly median income of Charles Town households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in West Virginia: ADW and Personal Options.
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 Charles Town: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Charles Town?
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,228 monthly median income of Charles Town households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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.
More senior care near Charles Town
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
- Parkinson’s Care in Ranson, WV
- Parkinson’s Care in Shannondale, WV
- Parkinson’s Care in Berryville, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Inwood, WV
- Parkinson’s Care in Purcellville, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Lovettsville, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Brunswick, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Martinsburg, WV
- Parkinson’s Care in Winchester, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Jefferson, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Leesburg, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Boonsboro, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Shenandoah Farms, VA
- Parkinson’s Care in Middletown, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in St. James, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Braddock Heights, MD
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- Medication Reminders in Charles Town
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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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