In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Dover, DE
Daily help at home for someone living with Parkinson’s, from caregivers with relevant experience: routines, movement, meals and medication reminders. Post what you need in Dover for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Parkinson’s Care in Dover, DE: the local picture
2,024 Dover residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (31%; 25% in Kent County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
509 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (7.7%).
Medicare lists 13 home health agencies serving Dover ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Dover compared with Kent County and Delaware
| Census figure | Dover | Kent County | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 31% | 25% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 7.7% | 6.8% | 7.0% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 8.8% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 6.6% | 6.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $46,310 | $58,403 | — |
Older residents in towns around Dover
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Acres, DE | 3.1 mi | 928 | 30% |
| Dover Base Housing, DE | 3.7 mi | 69 | 0.0% |
| Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE | 4.3 mi | 555 | 50% |
| Camden, DE | 4.6 mi | 925 | 20% |
| Riverview, DE | 9.0 mi | 612 | 19% |
| Clayton, DE | 9.8 mi | 400 | 29% |
Home health agencies serving Dover
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Delaware, LLC | Dover, DE | 4.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 678-4764 |
| Aveanna Home Healthcare | Milford, DE | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 514-9597 |
| Bayada Home Health Care At Bayhealth | Dover, DE | 1.4 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 744-7300 |
| Homecall | Bear, DE | 32 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (302) 966-9604 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Camden, DE | 5.8 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 698-4300 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Wilmington, DE | 44 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 327-5200 |
Nursing homes near Dover
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center At Eden Hill, LLC | Dover, DE | 0.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (302) 677-7100 |
| Bay Terrace Rehabilitation And Health Center | Dover, DE | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 85 | (302) 674-0566 |
| Complete Care At Silver Lake LLC | Dover, DE | 1.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (302) 734-5990 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Dover. 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 Dover
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $3,859 monthly median income of Dover households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 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 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Parkinson’s Care in Dover: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Dover?
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $3,859 monthly median income of Dover households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Dover
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
- Parkinson’s Care in Highland Acres, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Dover Base Housing, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Camden, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Riverview, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Clayton, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Smyrna, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Harrington, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Milford, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Townsend, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Greensboro, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Middletown, DE
- Parkinson’s Care in Bridgeton, NJ
- Parkinson’s Care in Denton, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Salem, NJ
- Parkinson’s Care in Laurel Lake, NJ
Other care in Dover
- Companion Care in Dover
- Dementia Care in Dover
- Respite Care in Dover
- Live-In Caregivers in Dover
- Post-Surgery Care in Dover
- Senior Transportation in Dover
- Home Health Aides in Dover
- Nursing Assistants in Dover
- Personal Care in Dover
- Overnight Caregivers in Dover
- 24-Hour Home Care in Dover
- Mobility Assistance in Dover
- Stroke Recovery Support in Dover
- Disability Care for Adults in Dover
- Hospice Support in Dover
- Senior Meal Preparation in Dover
- Senior Housekeeping in Dover
- Medication Reminders in Dover
- Veterans’ Home Care in Dover
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.
Find Parkinson’s care in Dover
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Dover can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
