Respite Care in Nixa, MO
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Respite Care in Nixa, MO: the local picture
Most older adults in Nixa 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 1,050 Nixa residents aged 65 or older report a disability (28%) (29% in Christian County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 17 hospices serving Nixa ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Nixa compared with Christian County and Missouri
| Census figure | Nixa | Christian County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 29% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 22% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.5% | 9.2% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.3% | 3.0% | 6.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,360 | $61,657 | — |
Older residents in towns around Nixa
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark, MO | 4.4 mi | 3,268 | 30% |
| Battlefield, MO | 6.5 mi | 1,200 | 27% |
| Clever, MO | 9.7 mi | 235 | 44% |
| Springfield, MO | 10 mi | 27,514 | 38% |
| Republic, MO | 11 mi | 3,124 | 41% |
| Rogersville, MO | 13 mi | 283 | 66% |
Hospices serving Nixa
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Hospice | Springfield, MO | 4.7 mi | (417) 244-0000 |
| Haven Hospice | Ozark, MO | 5.5 mi | (417) 731-7055 |
| Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC | Ozark, MO | 5.5 mi | (417) 581-4968 |
| Good Shepherd Hospice Of Springfield, LLC | Springfield, MO | 8.4 mi | (417) 881-9111 |
| Hospice Compassus-Southwest Missouri | Springfield, MO | 8.4 mi | (417) 882-0453 |
Nursing homes near Nixa (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nixa Nursing & Rehab | Nixa, MO | 1.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 82 | (417) 725-1777 |
| Ozark Riverview Manor | Ozark, MO | 4.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 90 | (417) 581-6025 |
| Ozark Care & Rehab Center | Ozark, MO | 5.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 93 | (417) 581-7126 |
| Sunterra Springs Springfield | Springfield, MO | 5.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 38 | (417) 720-8050 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Nixa. 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 Nixa
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,113 monthly median income of Nixa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid 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 Nixa: common questions
Which hospices serve Nixa?
Medicare lists 17 hospices for Nixa ZIP codes, including Terrace Hospice, Haven Hospice, Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC.
How much does respite care cost in Nixa?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,113 monthly median income of Nixa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Nixa. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver covers Missouri.
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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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