In-Home Care for Veterans in Pike Creek Valley, DE
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Veterans’ Home Care in Pike Creek Valley, DE: the local picture
About 203 Pike Creek Valley residents aged 65 or older are veterans (9.4% of that age group; 13% in New Castle County), out of 544 veterans of all adult ages in town.
22% of all residents 65 and older report a disability (31% in New Castle County); ask the VA whether a veteran’s needs qualify for its home care programs before you hire privately.
Pike Creek Valley compared with New Castle County and Delaware
| Census figure | Pike Creek Valley | New Castle County | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ who are veterans | 9.4% | 13% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 15% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.2% | 7.8% | 7.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,615 | $68,907 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pike Creek Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Veterans (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike Creek, DE | 1.4 mi | 1,419 | 14% |
| North Star, DE | 2.5 mi | 1,779 | 12% |
| Hockessin, DE | 3.9 mi | 3,560 | 15% |
| Brookside, DE | 4.4 mi | 1,982 | 20% |
| Newark, DE | 4.8 mi | 3,382 | 14% |
| Elsmere, DE | 5.5 mi | 774 | 11% |
Hospitals near Pike Creek Valley
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Center | Newark, DE | 4.2 mi | not rated | (302) 996-5480 |
| St Francis Hospital | Wilmington, DE | 6.2 mi | 3 of 5 | (302) 421-4100 |
| Wilmington Va Medical Center | Wilmington, DE | 6.2 mi | 4 of 5 | (302) 994-2511 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pike Creek Valley. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for a veteran can help with
- Company and help around the house
- Personal care: bathing, dressing, toileting
- Rides to VA and other appointments
- Meals and medication reminders
What veterans’ home care costs in Pike Creek Valley
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 29% of the $4,968 monthly median income of Pike Creek Valley 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 caregiver for a veteran
The VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide program sends a trained aide, supervised by a registered nurse, to help eligible veterans with daily activities at home. The Aid and Attendance benefit adds monthly payments to a VA pension for veterans who need help with daily activities. The VA Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for veterans before? Can you drive to the VA medical center or clinic? Are you comfortable with the paperwork VA programs need? More in our veterans’ home care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Veterans’ Home Care in Pike Creek Valley: common questions
How much does veterans’ home care cost in Pike Creek Valley?
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 29% of the $4,968 monthly median income of Pike Creek Valley 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).
Does the VA pay for in-home care?
For eligible veterans, VA programs such as Homemaker and Home Health Aide care can provide help at home, and Aid and Attendance can add to a VA pension. Ask the VA about eligibility; the Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274 (caregiver.va.gov).
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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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