In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Missouri Valley, IA
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Parkinson’s Care in Missouri Valley, IA: the local picture
96 Missouri Valley residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (22%; 17% in Harrison County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
6 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (1.4%).
Medicare lists 9 home health agencies serving Missouri Valley ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Missouri Valley compared with Harrison County and Iowa
| Census figure | Missouri Valley | Harrison County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 22% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 1.4% | 4.8% | 5.8% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 3.7% | 6.8% | 5.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 50% | 27% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.4% | 4.1% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,250 | $49,750 | — |
Older residents in towns around Missouri Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair, NE | 12 mi | 1,337 | 30% |
| Carter Lake, IA | 19 mi | 650 | 17% |
| Omaha, NE | 22 mi | 70,865 | 18% |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 22 mi | 10,951 | 26% |
| Ralston, NE | 26 mi | 1,048 | 23% |
| La Vista, NE | 27 mi | 1,995 | 22% |
Home health agencies serving Missouri Valley
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of The Midlands | Omaha, NE | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (402) 342-5566 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Omaha, NE | 23 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (402) 343-9433 |
| Chi Health At Home - Omaha | Omaha, NE | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 898-8000 |
| Angels Care Home Health Of Iowa | Council Bluffs, IA | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (712) 352-3640 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Nebraska | Omaha, NE | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 999-6297 |
| Home Nursing With Heart | Omaha, NE | 25 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 614-4622 |
Nursing homes near Missouri Valley
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azria Health Longview | Missouri Valley, IA | 1.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (712) 642-2264 |
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Community | Blair, NE | 13 mi | 1 of 5 | 84 | (402) 426-4663 |
| Crowell Memorial Home | Blair, NE | 13 mi | 1 of 5 | 74 | (402) 426-2177 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Missouri Valley. 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 Missouri Valley
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,438 monthly median income of Missouri Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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 Missouri Valley: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Missouri Valley?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,438 monthly median income of Missouri Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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.
More senior care near Missouri Valley
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
- Parkinson’s Care in Blair, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Carter Lake, IA
- Parkinson’s Care in Omaha, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Council Bluffs, IA
- Parkinson’s Care in Ralston, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in La Vista, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Bellevue, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Chalco, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Valley, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Papillion, NE
- Parkinson’s Care in Offutt AFB, NE
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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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