In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Somerset, PA
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Parkinson’s Care in Somerset, PA: the local picture
489 Somerset residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (33%; 19% in Somerset County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
144 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (9.8%).
Medicare lists 15 home health agencies serving Somerset ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Somerset compared with Somerset County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Somerset | Somerset County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 33% | 19% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 9.8% | 7.0% | 7.3% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 6.7% | 4.8% | 6.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 24% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 45% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 6.3% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,762 | $43,557 | — |
Older residents in towns around Somerset
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windber, PA | 21 mi | 760 | 9.6% |
| Elim, PA | 21 mi | 968 | 28% |
| Belmont, PA | 22 mi | 804 | 29% |
| Geistown, PA | 23 mi | 777 | 9.5% |
| Westmont, PA | 23 mi | 1,061 | 7.9% |
| Johnstown, PA | 24 mi | 3,665 | 31% |
Home health agencies serving Somerset
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of Pa | Uniontown, PA | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 438-6660 |
| Medi Home Health Agency Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | 50 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 242-8540 |
| Windber Home Health Agency | Windber, PA | 20 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (814) 467-3000 |
| Conemaugh Home Health | Johnstown, PA | 22 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (814) 534-7500 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Indiana County | Indiana, PA | 43 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 463-6340 |
| Penn Home Health, Inc | Indiana, PA | 43 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 465-0440 |
Nursing homes near Somerset
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot Village | Somerset, PA | 0.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (814) 445-4549 |
| Somerset Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Somerset, PA | 2.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (814) 443-2811 |
| Meadow View Nursing Center | Berlin, PA | 9.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 150 | (814) 267-4212 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Somerset. 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 Somerset
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 49% of the $2,480 monthly median income of Somerset 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 Somerset: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Somerset?
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 49% of the $2,480 monthly median income of Somerset 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 Somerset
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
- Parkinson’s Care in Windber, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Elim, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Belmont, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Geistown, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Westmont, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Johnstown, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Derry, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Frostburg, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Loyalhanna, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Mount Pleasant, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in La Vale, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Latrobe, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Connellsville, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Scottdale, PA
- Parkinson’s Care in Cumberland, MD
- Parkinson’s Care in Bedford, PA
Other care in Somerset
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- Respite Care in Somerset
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- Post-Surgery Care in Somerset
- Senior Transportation in Somerset
- Home Health Aides in Somerset
- Nursing Assistants in Somerset
- Personal Care in Somerset
- Overnight Caregivers in Somerset
- 24-Hour Home Care in Somerset
- Mobility Assistance in Somerset
- Stroke Recovery Support in Somerset
- Disability Care for Adults in Somerset
- Hospice Support in Somerset
- Senior Meal Preparation in Somerset
- Senior Housekeeping in Somerset
- Medication Reminders in Somerset
- Veterans’ Home Care in Somerset
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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