In-Home Parkinson’s Care in East Lansing, MI
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Parkinson’s Care in East Lansing, MI: the local picture
882 East Lansing residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (23%; 21% in Ingham County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
162 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (4.3%).
Medicare lists 24 home health agencies serving East Lansing ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
East Lansing compared with Ingham County and Michigan
| Census figure | East Lansing | Ingham County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 23% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 4.3% | 8.6% | 7.7% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 2.7% | 4.9% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.0% | 15% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 35% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 13% | 8.9% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $84,127 | $58,213 | — |
Older residents in towns around East Lansing
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haslett, MI | 4.3 mi | 3,915 | 22% |
| Okemos, MI | 4.4 mi | 3,750 | 14% |
| Lansing, MI | 4.6 mi | 15,396 | 23% |
| Bath, MI | 5.0 mi | 451 | 29% |
| Edgemont Park, MI | 5.6 mi | 358 | 27% |
| Waverly, MI | 7.7 mi | 5,397 | 19% |
Home health agencies serving East Lansing
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Jackson, MI | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (517) 780-9500 |
| Michigan Community Vna | Bingham Farms, MI | 65 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 852-1232 |
| Sparrow Home Care | Lansing, MI | 2.3 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (517) 364-4841 |
| Mclaren Home Health | Lansing, MI | 7.2 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 862-3132 |
| Alpine Care Home Health | Grand Rapids, MI | 55 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (616) 956-7900 |
| First State Home Health Care, Inc | Saginaw, MI | 57 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (989) 771-2100 |
Nursing homes near East Lansing
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medilodge Of East Lansing | East Lansing, MI | 1.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (517) 332-5061 |
| Burcham Hills Retirement Center | East Lansing, MI | 1.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 133 | (517) 351-8377 |
| The Willows At East Lansing | East Lansing, MI | 1.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 65 | (517) 203-4042 |
Straight-line miles from the center of East Lansing. 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 East Lansing
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 21% of the $7,011 monthly median income of East Lansing 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 East Lansing: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in East Lansing?
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 21% of the $7,011 monthly median income of East Lansing 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
- Parkinson’s Care in Haslett, MI
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- Parkinson’s Care in Lansing, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Bath, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Edgemont Park, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Waverly, MI
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- Parkinson’s Care in Williamston, MI
- Parkinson’s Care in Mason, 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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