In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Montoursville, PA
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Parkinson’s Care in Montoursville, PA: the local picture
303 Montoursville residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (26%; 20% in Lycoming County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
112 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (9.6%).
Medicare lists 9 home health agencies serving Montoursville ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Montoursville compared with Lycoming County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Montoursville | Lycoming County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 26% | 20% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 9.6% | 6.7% | 7.3% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 7.8% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 62% | 31% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.1% | 9.7% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,161 | $45,160 | — |
Older residents in towns around Montoursville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmar, PA | 2.1 mi | 1,465 | 14% |
| South Williamsport, PA | 4.5 mi | 1,221 | 16% |
| Williamsport, PA | 6.2 mi | 3,699 | 25% |
| Garden View, PA | 6.9 mi | 667 | 38% |
| Muncy, PA | 7.5 mi | 498 | 8.8% |
| Milton, PA | 17 mi | 1,072 | 24% |
Home health agencies serving Montoursville
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger Home Health | Danville, PA | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 284-3390 |
| Upmc Home Healthcare | Williamsport, PA | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 320-7690 |
| Residential Home Health Of NC Pa, LLC | Lewisburg, PA | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (888) 923-5842 |
| Vna Health System | Shamokin, PA | 37 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 648-8989 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Central Pa | Muncy, PA | 8.3 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (570) 546-2102 |
| Family Care Home Health, LLC | Bloomsburg, PA | 30 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (570) 416-1471 |
Nursing homes near Montoursville
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wecare At Sycamore Rehabilitation And Nursing Cent | Montoursville, PA | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 133 | (570) 601-8100 |
| Valley View Rehab And Nursing Center | Montoursville, PA | 2.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 163 | (570) 433-3161 |
| Edenbrook North | Williamsport, PA | 3.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 152 | (570) 323-8627 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Montoursville. 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 Montoursville
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, which is 50% of the $2,430 monthly median income of Montoursville households headed by someone 65 or older. 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 Montoursville: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Montoursville?
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, which is 50% of the $2,430 monthly median income of Montoursville households headed by someone 65 or older. 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.
More senior care near Montoursville
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
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- Parkinson’s Care in Garden View, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Muncy, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Milton, PA
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- Parkinson’s Care in Lewisburg, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Mifflinburg, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Northumberland, PA
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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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