In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Kutztown University, PA
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Parkinson’s Care in Kutztown University, PA: the local picture
0 Kutztown University residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (—; 19% in Berks County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
0 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (—).
Medicare lists 20 home health agencies serving Kutztown University ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Kutztown University compared with Berks County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Kutztown University | Berks County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 18% | 19% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 8.7% | 10% |
Older residents in towns around Kutztown University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kutztown, PA | 0.8 mi | 966 | 23% |
| Fleetwood, PA | 4.2 mi | 823 | 24% |
| Blandon, PA | 6.7 mi | 1,161 | 8.0% |
| Breinigsville, PA | 8.1 mi | 961 | 19% |
| Alburtis, PA | 9.7 mi | 217 | 15% |
| Ancient Oaks, PA | 11 mi | 1,423 | 8.8% |
Home health agencies serving Kutztown University
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ST Care Home Health Services Of Pennsylvania | Allentown, PA | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (610) 266-3999 |
| Revolutionary Home Health Inc | Quakertown, PA | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 383-7502 |
| Patient Care | Wyomissing, PA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (610) 373-0300 |
| St Luke's Home Health | Bethlehem, PA | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (484) 526-1100 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Allentown, PA | 15 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (610) 317-2118 |
| Advantage Home Health And Hospice | Pottsville, PA | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (570) 668-6300 |
Nursing homes near Kutztown University
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Brook Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Kutztown, PA | 0.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (610) 683-6220 |
| Lutheran Home At Topton, The | Topton, PA | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 194 | (610) 682-1400 |
| Mosser Nursing Home | Trexlertown, PA | 9.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (610) 395-5661 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kutztown University. 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 Kutztown University
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Parkinson’s Care in Kutztown University: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Kutztown University?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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