Mobility Assistance at Home in Mississippi State, MS
Help walking, getting in and out of bed, chairs, the shower and the car, and staying steady around the home. Post what you need in Mississippi State for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Mobility Assistance in Mississippi State, MS: the local picture
About 0 Mississippi State residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (—; 23% in Oktibbeha County). That is the Census measure closest to needing mobility help.
0 residents are 85 or older. Ask any caregiver who will help with transfers how they were trained.
Home health agencies serving Mississippi State that list physical therapy include North Mississippi Medical Ctr Hha; therapy at home needs a doctor’s order.
Mississippi State compared with Oktibbeha County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Mississippi State | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
Older residents in towns around Mississippi State
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville, MS | 2.2 mi | 2,917 | 26% |
| West Point, MS | 13 mi | 1,985 | 17% |
| Columbus, MS | 23 mi | 4,787 | 19% |
| New Hope, MS | 26 mi | 484 | 11% |
| Macon, MS | 26 mi | 412 | 58% |
| Louisville, MS | 27 mi | 1,340 | 36% |
Home health agencies serving Mississippi State (therapy needs a doctor’s order)
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Mississippi Medical Ctr Hha | Tupelo, MS | 56 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (662) 377-2499 |
Emergency hospitals near Mississippi State
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County | Starkville, MS | 1.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (662) 323-4320 |
| Clay County Medical Corporation | West Point, MS | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | (662) 495-2300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mississippi State. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for mobility help can help with
- Steadying walks inside and outside the home
- Transfers: bed, chair, toilet, shower and car
- Help with walkers, canes and wheelchairs
- The home exercises a physical therapist set
What mobility assistance costs in Mississippi State
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. 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 caregiver for mobility help
Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and older, and over 14 million, or 1 in 4, older adults report falling every year (CDC).
Questions worth asking: Which transfers are you trained to do safely? Have you used a gait belt, walker or wheelchair with clients? What would you do if my parent started to fall? More in our mobility assistance guide.
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Mobility Assistance in Mississippi State: common questions
How much does mobility assistance cost in Mississippi State?
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. 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 caregiver do to help with mobility?
Walks beside the person, helps them stand and sit, transfers them to bed, chair, toilet, shower or car, and keeps walkways clear. They do not replace a physical therapist.
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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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