Respite Care in Hearne, TX
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Respite Care in Hearne, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Hearne live with someone: 68% 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 281 Hearne residents aged 65 or older report a disability (36%) (36% in Robertson County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 12 hospices serving Hearne ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Hearne compared with Robertson County and Texas
| Census figure | Hearne | Robertson County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 21% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 25% | 13% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 8.9% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,214 | $59,505 | — |
Older residents in towns around Hearne
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan, TX | 19 mi | 10,833 | 39% |
| Cameron, TX | 23 mi | 878 | 43% |
| Caldwell, TX | 25 mi | 624 | 33% |
| College Station, TX | 27 mi | 9,017 | 27% |
| Rockdale, TX | 29 mi | 1,003 | 31% |
| Marlin, TX | 35 mi | 891 | 42% |
Hospices serving Hearne
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Brazos Valley Inc | Bryan, TX | 19 mi | (979) 821-2266 |
| Luminos Hospice | College Station, TX | 25 mi | (979) 291-0319 |
| Enhabit Hospice | College Station, TX | 25 mi | (979) 268-4710 |
| Acara Hospice | College Station, TX | 30 mi | (979) 661-7272 |
| Allumine Hospice | College Station, TX | 30 mi | (979) 704-6684 |
Nursing homes near Hearne (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Nursing & Rehabilitation | Hearne, TX | 0.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 80 | (979) 280-0440 |
| Franklin Nursing Home | Franklin, TX | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | 90 | (979) 828-5152 |
| Bremond Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Bremond, TX | 21 mi | 2 of 5 | 82 | (254) 746-7666 |
| Lampstand Nursing And Rehabilitation | Bryan, TX | 21 mi | 1 of 5 | 140 | (979) 822-6611 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hearne. 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 Hearne
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $4,018 monthly median income of Hearne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Hearne: common questions
Which hospices serve Hearne?
Medicare lists 12 hospices for Hearne ZIP codes, including Hospice Brazos Valley Inc, Luminos Hospice, Enhabit Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Hearne?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $4,018 monthly median income of Hearne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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 Hearne. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver covers Texas.
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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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