In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
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Parkinson’s Care in Rochester Institute of Technology, NY: the local picture
0 Rochester Institute of Technology residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (—; 19% in Monroe 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 3 home health agencies serving Rochester Institute of Technology ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Rochester Institute of Technology compared with Monroe County and New York
| Census figure | Rochester Institute of Technology | Monroe County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 19% | 18% |
| Households with no vehicle | 19% | 11% | 29% |
Older residents in towns around Rochester Institute of Technology
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates, NY | 5.0 mi | 956 | 25% |
| Brighton, NY | 5.2 mi | 7,492 | 19% |
| Scottsville, NY | 5.9 mi | 389 | 11% |
| North Gates, NY | 6.2 mi | 1,926 | 31% |
| Rochester, NY | 6.5 mi | 27,393 | 25% |
| Greece, NY | 8.8 mi | 3,139 | 22% |
Home health agencies serving Rochester Institute of Technology
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Regional Health Home Care | Rochester, NY | 6.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (585) 214-1000 |
| Ur Medicine Home Care, Certified Services, Inc | Webster, NY | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (585) 787-2233 |
| Hcr / Hcr Home Care Chha (Rochester) | Rochester, NY | 1.9 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (585) 272-1930 |
Nursing homes near Rochester Institute of Technology
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hurlbut | Rochester, NY | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 160 | (585) 424-4770 |
| Rochester Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing | Rochester, NY | 3.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 124 | (585) 247-7880 |
| Monroe Community Hospital | Rochester, NY | 3.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 566 | (585) 760-6500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rochester Institute of Technology. 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 Rochester Institute of Technology
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Rochester Institute of Technology: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Rochester Institute of Technology?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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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