Respite Care in McGregor, TX
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Respite Care in McGregor, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in McGregor live with someone: 73% 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 328 McGregor residents aged 65 or older report a disability (43%) (37% in McLennan County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 14 hospices serving McGregor ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
McGregor compared with McLennan County and Texas
| Census figure | McGregor | McLennan County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 37% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 25% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 10% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.3% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,971 | $56,849 | — |
Older residents in towns around McGregor
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodway, TX | 13 mi | 2,201 | 24% |
| Hewitt, TX | 14 mi | 3,097 | 36% |
| Waco, TX | 17 mi | 19,292 | 40% |
| Troy, TX | 17 mi | 394 | 59% |
| Robinson, TX | 18 mi | 1,865 | 30% |
| Morgan's Point Resort, TX | 18 mi | 652 | 39% |
Hospices serving McGregor
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebonnet Health Services | Waco, TX | 13 mi | (254) 751-1790 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Texas | Waco, TX | 13 mi | (254) 756-0404 |
| Magnolia Hospice | Waco, TX | 16 mi | (254) 741-6570 |
| Alamo Hospice Of Waco | Waco, TX | 16 mi | (254) 313-0072 |
| Gentiva | Waco, TX | 16 mi | (254) 399-0963 |
Nursing homes near McGregor (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph's Care Center | Mcgregor, TX | 0.9 mi | not rated | 100 | (254) 236-9710 |
| Mcgregor Wellness & Rehabilitation | Mc Gregor, TX | 1.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 186 | (254) 840-3281 |
| Wesley Woods Health & Rehabilitation | Waco, TX | 13 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (254) 666-5454 |
| St. Catherine Center | Waco, TX | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | 165 | (254) 761-8500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of McGregor. 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 McGregor
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 22% of the $4,498 monthly median income of McGregor 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 McGregor: common questions
Which hospices serve McGregor?
Medicare lists 14 hospices for McGregor ZIP codes, including Bluebonnet Health Services, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Texas, Magnolia Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in McGregor?
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 22% of the $4,498 monthly median income of McGregor 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 McGregor. 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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