Companion Care for Seniors in Westwego, LA
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 Westwego for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Companion Care in Westwego, LA: the local picture
About 319 residents of Westwego aged 65 or older live alone, 21% of older residents in households (31% in Jefferson Parish). They are the people companion care is usually for: mostly independent, but on their own for long stretches of the day.
14% of Westwego households have no vehicle (7.4% in Jefferson Parish). A companion who drives can turn a week at home into appointments, shopping and visits.
Of the 1,498 Westwego residents aged 65 or older, 37 are 85 or older (2.5%). 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.
715 Westwego households headed by someone 65 or older own their home and 250 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 215 older Westwego residents (14%) live below the poverty line (12% in Jefferson Parish). 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 9.8% of Westwego residents aged 5 and over speak a language other than English at home. The most common are Spanish (243), Arabic (235), Vietnamese (143). 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.
Westwego compared with Jefferson Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Westwego | Jefferson Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 9.8% | 21% | 8.5% |
| Households with no vehicle | 14% | 7.4% | 8.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 12% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 37% | 38% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $46,116 | $54,846 | — |
Older residents in towns around Westwego
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrero, LA | 2.3 mi | 6,575 | 34% |
| Bridge City, LA | 2.6 mi | 793 | 40% |
| Avondale, LA | 3.2 mi | 659 | 32% |
| Jefferson, LA | 3.9 mi | 2,143 | 49% |
| Harahan, LA | 4.1 mi | 2,254 | 35% |
| Elmwood, LA | 4.3 mi | 876 | 49% |
Hospitals near Westwego (for rides to appointments)
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touro Infirmary | New Orleans, LA | 3.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (504) 897-8247 |
| Childrens Hospital | New Orleans, LA | 3.3 mi | not rated | (504) 899-9511 |
| West Jefferson Medical Center | Marrero, LA | 3.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (504) 347-5511 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Westwego. 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 Westwego
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $3,843 monthly median income of Westwego households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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 Westwego: common questions
How many seniors live alone in Westwego?
About 319 residents aged 65 or older, 21% of older residents in households (Census ACS 2020–2024) (31% in Jefferson Parish).
How much does companion care cost in Westwego?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $3,843 monthly median income of Westwego households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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 Westwego?
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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