Companion Care for Seniors in Marshall, WI
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 Marshall for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Companion Care in Marshall, WI: the local picture
About 46 residents of Marshall aged 65 or older live alone, 13% of older residents in households (30% in Dane County). They are the people companion care is usually for: mostly independent, but on their own for long stretches of the day.
2.1% of Marshall households have no vehicle (8.2% in Dane County). A companion who drives can turn a week at home into appointments, shopping and visits.
Of the 389 Marshall residents aged 65 or older, 18 are 85 or older (4.6%). 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.
209 Marshall households headed by someone 65 or older own their home and 2 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 3 older Marshall residents (0.8%) live below the poverty line (6.0% in Dane 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.
About 10% of Marshall residents aged 5 and over speak a language other than English at home. The most common are Spanish (181), other Asian and Pacific Island languages (88), other languages (74). If the person you care for is more at ease in one of these languages, say so in your posting; many caregivers list the languages they speak.
Marshall compared with Dane County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Marshall | Dane County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 10% | 15% | 19% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 10% | 12% | 9.0% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 8.2% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.8% | 6.0% | 9.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 24% | 28% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $57,396 | $72,639 | — |
Older residents in towns around Marshall
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo, WI | 3.8 mi | 598 | 36% |
| Deerfield, WI | 8.4 mi | 293 | 30% |
| Sun Prairie, WI | 8.9 mi | 5,317 | 39% |
| Cottage Grove, WI | 9.0 mi | 1,006 | 37% |
| Lake Mills, WI | 10 mi | 1,189 | 32% |
| Columbus, WI | 12 mi | 844 | 46% |
Hospitals near Marshall (for rides to appointments)
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Community Hospital | Columbus, WI | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | (920) 623-2200 |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - Madison | Madison, WI | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | (608) 251-6100 |
| Unitypoint Health - Meriter | Madison, WI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | (608) 417-6210 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Marshall. 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 Marshall
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,783 monthly median income of Marshall households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Marshall: common questions
How many seniors live alone in Marshall?
About 46 residents aged 65 or older, 13% of older residents in households (Census ACS 2020–2024) (30% in Dane County).
How much does companion care cost in Marshall?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,783 monthly median income of Marshall households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What does a companion caregiver do in Marshall?
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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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