In-Home Parkinson’s Care in University, MS
Daily help at home for someone living with Parkinson’s, from caregivers with relevant experience: routines, movement, meals and medication reminders. Post what you need in University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Parkinson’s Care in University, MS: the local picture
0 University residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (—; 19% in Lafayette 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 (—).
University compared with Lafayette County and Mississippi
| Census figure | University | Lafayette County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 14% | 17% |
Older residents in towns around University
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford, MS | 1.0 mi | 3,682 | 16% |
| Water Valley, MS | 15 mi | 637 | 21% |
| Batesville, MS | 22 mi | 1,114 | 33% |
| Holly Springs, MS | 29 mi | 973 | 35% |
| Senatobia, MS | 30 mi | 1,295 | 13% |
| New Albany, MS | 31 mi | 1,427 | 33% |
Nursing homes near University
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Health & Rehab Center | Oxford, MS | 1.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (662) 234-7821 |
| Yalobusha County Nursing Home | Water Valley, MS | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | 122 | (662) 473-1411 |
| Sardis Community NH | Sardis, MS | 21 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (662) 487-2720 |
Straight-line miles from the center of University. 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 University
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 University: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in University?
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 University
Parkinson’s Care in nearby cities
- Parkinson’s Care in Oxford, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in Water Valley, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in Batesville, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in Holly Springs, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in Senatobia, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in New Albany, MS
- Parkinson’s Care in Pontotoc, MS
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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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