In-Home Personal Care in Brookside, DE
Hands-on help with bathing, dressing, toileting and grooming, at home and on the person’s own schedule. Post what you need in Brookside for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Personal Care in Brookside, DE: the local picture
About 237 Brookside residents aged 65 or older have difficulty dressing or bathing (12%; 7.2% in New Castle County). The Census Bureau calls this a self-care difficulty, and it is what personal care is for.
614 have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (32%), so many personal care visits also mean help getting to the bathroom or shower safely.
277 of the 1,982 older residents are 85 or older; needs for hands-on help rise with age.
Brookside compared with New Castle County and Delaware
| Census figure | Brookside | New Castle County | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 12% | 7.2% | 5.9% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 32% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.0% | 7.8% | 7.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $52,446 | $68,907 | — |
Older residents in towns around Brookside
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Self-care difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, DE | 2.8 mi | 3,382 | 9.4% |
| Bear, DE | 3.5 mi | 3,339 | 5.0% |
| Pike Creek Valley, DE | 4.4 mi | 2,169 | 11% |
| Glasgow, DE | 5.0 mi | 2,065 | 2.9% |
| Pike Creek, DE | 5.7 mi | 1,419 | 5.5% |
| North Star, DE | 6.1 mi | 1,779 | 1.5% |
Home health agencies with aides serving Brookside
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Delaware, LLC | Dover, DE | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 678-4764 |
| Aveanna Home Healthcare | Milford, DE | 54 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 514-9597 |
| Saint Francis Home Care | Newark, DE | 0.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 575-8240 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Wilmington, DE | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 327-5200 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Camden, DE | 40 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 698-4300 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Wilmington, DE | 8.5 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 658-3000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Brookside. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a personal care aide can help with
- Bathing or showering, with a shower chair if needed
- Dressing and undressing
- Toileting and incontinence care
- Grooming: hair, shaving and oral care
What personal care costs in Brookside
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,371 monthly median income of Brookside households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 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 personal care aide
The Census Bureau asks whether a person has difficulty dressing or bathing, which it calls a self-care difficulty; it is the clearest sign that someone needs personal care. Medicare does not pay for personal care when it is the only care needed (Medicare.gov), but many state Medicaid programs do for people who qualify.
Questions worth asking: How do you protect a client’s dignity during bathing and toileting? Are you trained in safe transfers? Can you keep the same morning or evening hours each day? More in our personal care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Personal Care in Brookside: common questions
How much does personal care cost in Brookside?
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,371 monthly median income of Brookside households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What is the difference between personal care and companion care?
Companion care is company and help around the house. Personal care is hands-on help with the body: bathing, dressing, toileting and grooming. Many caregivers offer both; say in your posting which you need.
More senior care near Brookside
Personal Care in nearby cities
- Personal Care in Newark, DE
- Personal Care in Bear, DE
- Personal Care in Pike Creek Valley, DE
- Personal Care in Glasgow, DE
- Personal Care in Pike Creek, DE
- Personal Care in North Star, DE
- Personal Care in Wilmington Manor, DE
- Personal Care in Elkton, MD
- Personal Care in New Castle, DE
- Personal Care in Elsmere, DE
- Personal Care in Hockessin, DE
- Personal Care in Greenville, DE
- Personal Care in Wilmington, DE
- Personal Care in Pennsville, NJ
- Personal Care in Kennett Square, PA
- Personal Care in Edgemoor, DE
Other care in Brookside
- Companion Care in Brookside
- Dementia Care in Brookside
- Respite Care in Brookside
- Live-In Caregivers in Brookside
- Post-Surgery Care in Brookside
- Senior Transportation in Brookside
- Home Health Aides in Brookside
- Nursing Assistants in Brookside
- Overnight Caregivers in Brookside
- 24-Hour Home Care in Brookside
- Mobility Assistance in Brookside
- Parkinson’s Care in Brookside
- Stroke Recovery Support in Brookside
- Disability Care for Adults in Brookside
- Hospice Support in Brookside
- Senior Meal Preparation in Brookside
- Senior Housekeeping in Brookside
- Medication Reminders in Brookside
- Veterans’ Home Care in Brookside
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.
Find personal care in Brookside
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Brookside can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
