In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Reed City, MI
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Parkinson’s Care in Reed City, MI: the local picture
201 Reed City residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (41%; 22% in Osceola County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
118 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (24%).
Medicare lists 9 home health agencies serving Reed City ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Reed City compared with Osceola County and Michigan
| Census figure | Reed City | Osceola County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 41% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 24% | 9.0% | 7.7% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 24% | 7.0% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 25% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 14% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,000 | $46,907 | — |
Older residents in towns around Reed City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Rapids, MI | 12 mi | 825 | 18% |
| Canadian Lakes, MI | 23 mi | 1,342 | 8.4% |
| Cadillac, MI | 26 mi | 2,207 | 27% |
| Newaygo, MI | 35 mi | 418 | 26% |
| Fremont, MI | 36 mi | 1,078 | 19% |
| Clare, MI | 37 mi | 769 | 34% |
Home health agencies serving Reed City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Visiting Nurse Association | Grand Rapids, MI | 60 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (616) 486-3951 |
| Alpine Care Home Health | Grand Rapids, MI | 65 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (616) 956-7900 |
| Mclaren Home Care | Mount Pleasant, MI | 41 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (989) 772-6785 |
| Munson Home Care | Traverse City, MI | 62 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 252-2065 |
| Residential Home Health And Hospice | Saginaw, MI | 83 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (810) 245-3300 |
| Residential Home Health And Hospice | Lapeer, MI | 123 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (810) 245-3300 |
Nursing homes near Reed City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Reed City Hospital Rehabilitation | Reed City, MI | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 39 | (231) 832-7120 |
| The Orchards At Big Rapids | Big Rapids, MI | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (231) 796-3185 |
| Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation Of | Big Rapids, MI | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 78 | (231) 796-2631 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Reed City. 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 Reed City
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 43% of the $3,417 monthly median income of Reed City 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 Reed City: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Reed City?
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 43% of the $3,417 monthly median income of Reed City 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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