Respite Care in Baton Rouge, LA
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Respite Care in Baton Rouge, LA: the local picture
Most older adults in Baton Rouge live with someone: 65% of residents 65 and older in households do. When one of them needs care, the person they live with usually provides most of it, and respite is what keeps that sustainable.
About 12,033 Baton Rouge residents aged 65 or older report a disability (39%) (36% in East Baton Rouge Parish). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 35 hospices serving Baton Rouge ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Baton Rouge compared with East Baton Rouge Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Baton Rouge | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 36% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 11% | 15% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 8.1% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,796 | $55,806 | — |
Older residents in towns around Baton Rouge
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster, LA | 3.4 mi | 525 | 43% |
| Merrydale, LA | 4.4 mi | 1,669 | 27% |
| Port Allen, LA | 4.4 mi | 1,194 | 42% |
| Inniswold, LA | 4.7 mi | 872 | 27% |
| Oak Hills Place, LA | 5.5 mi | 2,430 | 31% |
| Gardere, LA | 5.7 mi | 718 | 31% |
Hospices serving Baton Rouge
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hospice Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 0.6 mi | (225) 767-4673 |
| Hospice Compassus - Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 0.6 mi | (225) 768-0866 |
| Audubon Hospice Care | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.6 mi | (225) 924-6830 |
| St. Joseph Hospice Of Acadiana, LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.6 mi | (225) 769-4810 |
| Hospice In His Care, LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.6 mi | (225) 214-0010 |
Nursing homes near Baton Rouge (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center, SNF | Baton Rouge, LA | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 2 | (225) 387-7161 |
| Mid City Community Nursing And Rehab | Baton Rouge, LA | 1.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 184 | (225) 923-7280 |
| Capital Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 1.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 123 | (225) 387-6705 |
| Sterling Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 1.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 144 | (225) 344-3551 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Baton Rouge. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a respite caregiver can help with
- Taking over the usual routine while you are away
- Meals, medication reminders and personal care
- Company and activities
- Overnight cover for a weekend or a trip
What respite care costs in Baton Rouge
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 $3,983 monthly median income of Baton Rouge 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 respite caregiver
Family caregivers carry most long-term care in the U.S., and burnout is a common reason a home arrangement breaks down. The federal National Family Caregiver Support Program funds respite through local Area Agencies on Aging, and the ARCH National Respite Locator lists respite programs by state.
Questions worth asking: Can you do a short paid visit first, while I am home? Are you available at short notice if I am ill? Can you stay overnight, and what do you charge for it? More in our respite care guide.
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Respite Care in Baton Rouge: common questions
Which hospices serve Baton Rouge?
Medicare lists 35 hospices for Baton Rouge ZIP codes, including The Hospice Of Baton Rouge, Hospice Compassus - Baton Rouge, Audubon Hospice Care.
How much does respite care cost in Baton Rouge?
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 $3,983 monthly median income of Baton Rouge 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).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov); the hospices on this page serve Baton Rouge. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers Louisiana.
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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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