Respite Care in Oakdale, LA
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Respite Care in Oakdale, LA: the local picture
Most older adults in Oakdale live with someone: 64% 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 573 Oakdale residents aged 65 or older report a disability (59%) (53% in Allen Parish). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 9 hospices serving Oakdale ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Oakdale compared with Allen Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Oakdale | Allen Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 59% | 53% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 35% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 1.8% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 23% | 16% | 15% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 7.9% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $31,399 | $36,811 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oakdale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamou, LA | 19 mi | 480 | 45% |
| Ville Platte, LA | 24 mi | 1,120 | 37% |
| Eunice, LA | 27 mi | 1,627 | 40% |
| Bunkie, LA | 29 mi | 758 | 64% |
| Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | 7,531 | 44% |
| Fort Polk South, LA | 37 mi | 24 | 0.0% |
Hospices serving Oakdale
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Hospice Of Oakdale, LLC | Oakdale, LA | 0.5 mi | (318) 335-5029 |
| Brighton Bridge | Oberlin, LA | 15 mi | (337) 639-9200 |
| Christus Hospice St Frances Cabrini | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | (318) 266-8656 |
| Heart Of Hospice | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | (318) 880-0223 |
| St Joseph Hospice Of Cenla, LLC | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | (318) 561-0100 |
Nursing homes near Oakdale (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Oaks Nursing And Rehab Center | Oakdale, LA | 0.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 91 | (318) 335-1469 |
| Prairie Manor Nursing Home | Pine Prairie, LA | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | 100 | (337) 599-2031 |
| St Frances Nsg & Rehab Center | Oberlin, LA | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | 100 | (337) 639-2934 |
| Savoy Care Center | Mamou, LA | 19 mi | 2 of 5 | 119 | (337) 468-0347 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oakdale. 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 Oakdale
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $2,617 monthly median income of Oakdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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 Oakdale: common questions
Which hospices serve Oakdale?
Medicare lists 9 hospices for Oakdale ZIP codes, including Harbor Hospice Of Oakdale, LLC, Brighton Bridge, Christus Hospice St Frances Cabrini.
How much does respite care cost in Oakdale?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $2,617 monthly median income of Oakdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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); the hospices on this page serve Oakdale. 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 Louisiana.
More senior care near Oakdale
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- Disability Care for Adults in Oakdale
- Hospice Support in Oakdale
- Senior Meal Preparation in Oakdale
- Senior Housekeeping in Oakdale
- Medication Reminders in Oakdale
- Veterans’ Home Care in Oakdale
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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