Respite Care in Masonville, KY
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Respite Care in Masonville, KY: the local picture
Most older adults in Masonville live with someone: 89% 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 29 Masonville residents aged 65 or older report a disability (8.2%) (36% in Daviess County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 5 hospices serving Masonville ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Masonville compared with Daviess County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Masonville | Daviess County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 8.2% | 36% | 39% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 11% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 12% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 6.9% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,485 | $51,283 | — |
Older residents in towns around Masonville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro, KY | 6.8 mi | 11,457 | 41% |
| Thruston, KY | 8.6 mi | 271 | 28% |
| Sorgho, KY | 10.0 mi | 269 | 32% |
| Hartford, KY | 18 mi | 468 | 41% |
| Beaver Dam, KY | 21 mi | 672 | 63% |
| Tell City, IN | 25 mi | 1,637 | 43% |
Hospices serving Masonville
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Western Kentucky | Owensboro, KY | 7.7 mi | (270) 926-7565 |
| Hospice Of Ohio County | Hartford, KY | 15 mi | (270) 298-9507 |
| Hosparus Western Kentucky | Madisonville, KY | 34 mi | (502) 456-6200 |
| Hosparus, Inc | Louisville, KY | 84 mi | (502) 456-6200 |
| Murray Calloway County Hospital Hospice | Murray, KY | 101 mi | (270) 767-3670 |
Nursing homes near Masonville (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Healthcare At Hillcrest | Owensboro, KY | 4.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 156 | (270) 684-7259 |
| Wellington Parc Of Owensboro | Owensboro, KY | 5.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 80 | (270) 685-2374 |
| Carmel Home | Owensboro, KY | 5.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 18 | (270) 683-0227 |
| Chautauqua Health And Rehabilitation | Owensboro, KY | 6.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 145 | (270) 684-0464 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Masonville. 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 Masonville
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,374 monthly median income of Masonville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Masonville: common questions
Which hospices serve Masonville?
Medicare lists 5 hospices for Masonville ZIP codes, including Hospice Of Western Kentucky, Hospice Of Ohio County, Hosparus Western Kentucky.
How much does respite care cost in Masonville?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,374 monthly median income of Masonville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 Masonville. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services covers Kentucky.
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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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