Respite Care in Mississippi State, MS
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Mississippi State for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Mississippi State, MS: the local picture
About 0 Mississippi State residents aged 65 or older report a disability. Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Mississippi State compared with Oktibbeha County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Mississippi State | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 12% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
Older residents in towns around Mississippi State
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville, MS | 2.2 mi | 2,917 | 33% |
| West Point, MS | 13 mi | 1,985 | 25% |
| Columbus, MS | 23 mi | 4,787 | 31% |
| New Hope, MS | 26 mi | 484 | 13% |
| Macon, MS | 26 mi | 412 | 64% |
| Louisville, MS | 27 mi | 1,340 | 43% |
Nursing homes near Mississippi State (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville Manor Health Care And Rehabilitation Ce | Starkville, MS | 2.4 mi | not rated | 119 | (662) 323-6360 |
| Carrington, LLC D/B/A The Carrington | Starkville, MS | 7.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 323-2202 |
| Dugan Memorial Home | West Point, MS | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 494-3640 |
| West Point Community Living Center | West Point, MS | 15 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (662) 494-6011 |
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 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 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 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 Mississippi State: common questions
How much does respite care 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).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov). 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 Mississippi.
More senior care near Mississippi State
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Starkville, MS
- Respite Care in West Point, MS
- Respite Care in Columbus, MS
- Respite Care in New Hope, MS
- Respite Care in Macon, MS
- Respite Care in Louisville, MS
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Other care in Mississippi State
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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