In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Jefferson City, MO
Support at home for adults under 65 with a physical, intellectual or developmental disability, so they can live as independently as they choose. Post what you need in Jefferson City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Jefferson City, MO: the local picture
About 2,774 Jefferson City residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (12%; 11% in Cole County).
1,045 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
7.2% of Jefferson City households have no vehicle (5.5% in Cole County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Jefferson City compared with Cole County and Missouri
| Census figure | Jefferson City | Cole County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 12% | 11% | 13% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 4.4% | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.2% | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.0% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 31% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 7.2% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,151 | $59,763 | — |
Older residents in towns around Jefferson City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holts Summit, MO | 6.5 mi | 758 | 7.0% |
| Ashland, MO | 17 mi | 733 | 12% |
| California, MO | 22 mi | 862 | 12% |
| Fulton, MO | 23 mi | 1,891 | 18% |
| Eldon, MO | 26 mi | 1,058 | 14% |
| Columbia, MO | 27 mi | 14,883 | 11% |
Home health agencies serving Jefferson City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbia, MO | 27 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (573) 256-4705 |
| Elara Caring | Jefferson City, MO | 3.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 690-1753 |
| Phoenix Home Care | Jefferson City, MO | 1.9 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (573) 635-3900 |
| Central Missouri Home Health | Jefferson City, MO | 3.8 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (573) 681-3777 |
| Capital Region Home Health | Jefferson City, MO | 3.8 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (573) 632-5750 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Jefferson City. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a disability support caregiver can help with
- Personal care, on the person’s terms
- Cooking, shopping and housekeeping
- Getting to work, school, appointments and activities
- Keeping routines the person sets
What disability care for adults costs in Jefferson City
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,679 monthly median income of Jefferson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
What to know before hiring a disability support caregiver
Many state Medicaid programs let adults with disabilities direct their own care: they, or a representative, hire and supervise the caregiver.
Questions worth asking: Have you supported adults with a disability like mine (or my family member’s)? How do you support someone to do things themselves? Can you drive to work, school or day programs? More in our disability care for adults guide.
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Disability Care for Adults in Jefferson City: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Jefferson City?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,679 monthly median income of Jefferson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Can an adult with a disability hire their own caregiver?
Yes. Many state Medicaid programs offer self-direction, where the person or a representative hires and supervises the caregiver. Our guide Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver covers Missouri.
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Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Holts Summit, MO
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- Disability Care for Adults in Fulton, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Eldon, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Columbia, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Tipton, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Versailles, MO
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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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