In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Jensen Beach, FL
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Parkinson’s Care in Jensen Beach, FL: the local picture
716 Jensen Beach residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (17%; 15% in Martin County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
303 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (7.4%).
Medicare lists 48 home health agencies serving Jensen Beach ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Jensen Beach compared with Martin County and Florida
| Census figure | Jensen Beach | Martin County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 17% | 15% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 7.4% | 5.2% | 7.6% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 5.0% | 4.2% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 33% | 32% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.2% | 4.3% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,184 | $69,533 | — |
Older residents in towns around Jensen Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| North River Shores, FL | 2.6 mi | 1,374 | 24% |
| Stuart, FL | 3.4 mi | 5,381 | 19% |
| Hutchinson Island South, FL | 4.4 mi | 2,786 | 13% |
| Palm City, FL | 5.3 mi | 7,621 | 15% |
| Port Salerno, FL | 7.5 mi | 3,264 | 13% |
| River Park, FL | 7.8 mi | 1,494 | 24% |
Home health agencies serving Jensen Beach
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Without Walls Of Port St Lucie, Inc. | Port Saint Lucie, FL | 6.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (772) 879-9700 |
| Nhc Homecare | Vero Beach, FL | 29 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (772) 561-0092 |
| Activa Home Health | Stuart, FL | 3.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (772) 249-0606 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Stuart, FL | 3.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Centerwell Home Health | Port Saint Lucie, FL | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (772) 223-2116 |
| Action Home Care | Jupiter, FL | 23 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Nursing homes near Jensen Beach
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Port Saint Lucie | Port Saint Lucie, FL | 3.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (772) 398-8080 |
| Stuart Rehabilitation And Healthcare | Stuart, FL | 4.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (772) 283-5887 |
| Tiffany Hall Nursing And Rehab Center | Port Saint Lucie, FL | 4.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (772) 337-3565 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Jensen Beach. 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 Jensen Beach
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,349 monthly median income of Jensen Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Jensen Beach: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Jensen Beach?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,349 monthly median income of Jensen Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Jensen Beach
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
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- Parkinson’s Care in Port Salerno, FL
- Parkinson’s Care in River Park, FL
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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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