In-Home Support for Adults With Disabilities in Webb 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 Webb City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Disability Care for Adults in Webb City, MO: the local picture
About 1,694 Webb City residents aged 18 to 64 report a disability (22%; 16% in Jasper County).
913 of them have difficulty doing errands such as shopping or visiting a doctor alone, the kind of help a support caregiver gives.
6.9% of Webb City households have no vehicle (7.0% in Jasper County); say in your posting if you need a caregiver who drives.
Webb City compared with Jasper County and Missouri
| Census figure | Webb City | Jasper County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 18 to 64 with a disability | 22% | 16% | 13% |
| Residents 18 to 64 with difficulty doing errands alone | 12% | 5.9% | 4.7% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.9% | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 2.0% | 6.6% | 6.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 41% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 12% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,057 | $44,883 | — |
Older residents in towns around Webb City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Disability (18 to 64) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oronogo, MO | 3.5 mi | 272 | 17% |
| Carl Junction, MO | 4.4 mi | 1,201 | 7.5% |
| Joplin, MO | 4.9 mi | 10,195 | 19% |
| Carthage, MO | 7.7 mi | 2,055 | 13% |
| Galena, KS | 10 mi | 480 | 25% |
| Baxter Springs, KS | 17 mi | 636 | 13% |
Home health agencies serving Webb City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri | Joplin, MO | 3.7 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (417) 206-6500 |
| Freeman Home Care Services | Joplin, MO | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 347-6000 |
| Phoenix Home Care And Hospice | Springfield, MO | 67 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (417) 881-7442 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Joplin, MO | 3.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | — | (417) 726-4666 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Springfield, MO | 67 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 883-1648 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Webb 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 Webb 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 37% of the $3,755 monthly median income of Webb 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Disability Care for Adults in Webb City: common questions
How much does disability care for adults cost in Webb 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 37% of the $3,755 monthly median income of Webb 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.
More senior care near Webb City
Disability Care for Adults in nearby cities
- Disability Care for Adults in Oronogo, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Carl Junction, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Joplin, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Carthage, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Galena, KS
- Disability Care for Adults in Baxter Springs, KS
- Disability Care for Adults in Granby, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Columbus, KS
- Disability Care for Adults in Neosho, MO
- Disability Care for Adults in Pittsburg, KS
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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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