Companion Care for Seniors in Gulf Park Estates, MS
Conversation, outings, meals together and a steady, friendly presence for an older adult who lives alone or spends long days by themselves. Post what you need in Gulf Park Estates for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Companion Care in Gulf Park Estates, MS: the local picture
About 219 residents of Gulf Park Estates aged 65 or older live alone, 20% of older residents in households (31% in Jackson County). They are the people companion care is usually for: mostly independent, but on their own for long stretches of the day.
0.0% of Gulf Park Estates households have no vehicle (4.8% in Jackson County). A companion who drives can turn a week at home into appointments, shopping and visits.
Of the 1,084 Gulf Park Estates residents aged 65 or older, 25 are 85 or older (2.3%). Before the first visit with someone in that oldest group, ask the family about hearing, eyesight, walking and any memory changes, so the visit is planned around them.
615 Gulf Park Estates households headed by someone 65 or older own their home and 16 rent. A companion visiting a house may also help with mail, light chores and keeping an eye on things; in an apartment building, ask whether visitors sign in.
About 59 older Gulf Park Estates residents (5.4%) live below the poverty line (10% in Jackson County). For them, Medicaid home and community-based services or the local Area Agency on Aging may cover some companion or homemaker hours, depending on the state program; private pay is not the only route.
Gulf Park Estates compared with Jackson County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Gulf Park Estates | Jackson County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 2.2% | 6.8% | 4.3% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 4.8% | 6.3% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 10% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 52% | 48% | 41% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,371 | $49,955 | — |
Older residents in towns around Gulf Park Estates
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Springs, MS | 2.4 mi | 3,999 | 31% |
| Gulf Hills, MS | 4.7 mi | 1,156 | 26% |
| Gautier, MS | 6.2 mi | 3,015 | 27% |
| St. Martin, MS | 7.4 mi | 969 | 28% |
| Latimer, MS | 9.2 mi | 1,043 | 29% |
| D'Iberville, MS | 9.3 mi | 1,769 | 21% |
Hospitals near Gulf Park Estates (for rides to appointments)
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital Biloxi | Biloxi, MS | 8.5 mi | 1 of 5 | (228) 432-1571 |
| 81st Medical Group (Keesler Afb) | Biloxi, MS | 9.9 mi | not rated | (228) 377-6393 |
| Va Gulf Coast Healthcare System | Biloxi, MS | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | (228) 523-5000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Gulf Park Estates. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a companion caregiver can help with
- Conversation, cards, puzzles and shared hobbies
- Walks and outings to the park, library or senior center
- Company at meals, and help preparing them
- Rides or escort to appointments, church and visits
What companion care costs in Gulf Park Estates
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, which is 22% of the $4,448 monthly median income of Gulf Park Estates households headed by someone 65 or older. 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 companion caregiver
Isolation is a health risk, not only a mood. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine found that nearly one in four Americans aged 65 and older living in the community is socially isolated, and linked isolation to higher risks of dementia, heart disease and early death (2020 report).
Questions worth asking: What do you enjoy doing with the people you care for? Are you comfortable driving, and is your car insured for passengers? How do you handle a client who does not want company at first? More in our companion care guide.
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Companion Care in Gulf Park Estates: common questions
How many seniors live alone in Gulf Park Estates?
About 219 residents aged 65 or older, 20% of older residents in households (Census ACS 2020–2024) (31% in Jackson County).
How much does companion care cost in Gulf Park Estates?
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, which is 22% of the $4,448 monthly median income of Gulf Park Estates households headed by someone 65 or older. 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 does a companion caregiver do in Gulf Park Estates?
A companion keeps an older adult company and helps around the visit: conversation, activities, walks, meals, errands, rides and reminders. It suits someone who is mostly independent but lonely, or a family that wants someone to check in on weekdays.
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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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