In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Level Park-Oak Park, MI
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 Level Park-Oak Park for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Parkinson’s Care in Level Park-Oak Park, MI: the local picture
151 Level Park-Oak Park residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (20%; 20% in Calhoun County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
87 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (12%).
Medicare lists 13 home health agencies serving Level Park-Oak Park ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Level Park-Oak Park compared with Calhoun County and Michigan
| Census figure | Level Park-Oak Park | Calhoun County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 20% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 12% | 8.0% | 7.7% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 5.7% | 6.2% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 29% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.0% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,750 | $49,338 | — |
Older residents in towns around Level Park-Oak Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MI | 3.7 mi | 617 | 29% |
| Battle Creek, MI | 5.4 mi | 8,804 | 26% |
| Comstock Northwest, MI | 13 mi | 1,228 | 13% |
| Eastwood, MI | 15 mi | 909 | 20% |
| Marshall, MI | 17 mi | 1,609 | 22% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 18 mi | 8,027 | 18% |
Home health agencies serving Level Park-Oak Park
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Portage, MI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (269) 381-5620 |
| Seasons Home Health Care | Portage, MI | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (269) 684-0004 |
| Pure Home Health Care | Grand Rapids, MI | 41 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (877) 234-6188 |
| Elara Caring | Jackson, MI | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (517) 780-9500 |
| Bronson At Home Healthcare Services | Battle Creek, MI | 5.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (844) 241-4663 |
| Compassus Home Health | Portage, MI | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (269) 459-3700 |
Nursing homes near Level Park-Oak Park
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Laurels Of Bedford | Battle Creek, MI | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 123 | (269) 968-2296 |
| Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center | Battle Creek, MI | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 91 | (269) 969-6110 |
| Majestic Care Of Battle Creek | Battle Creek, MI | 4.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 65 | (269) 965-3327 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Level Park-Oak Park. 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 Level Park-Oak Park
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 36% of the $4,063 monthly median income of Level Park-Oak Park 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 Level Park-Oak Park: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Level Park-Oak Park?
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 36% of the $4,063 monthly median income of Level Park-Oak Park 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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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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