Respite Care in Reserve, LA
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 Reserve for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Reserve, LA: the local picture
Most older adults in Reserve live with someone: 67% 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 420 Reserve residents aged 65 or older report a disability (37%) (34% in St. John the Baptist Parish). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 20 hospices serving Reserve ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Reserve compared with St. John the Baptist Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Reserve | St. John the Baptist Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 34% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 25% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 1.4% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.8% | 15% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 5.2% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,659 | $58,115 | — |
Older residents in towns around Reserve
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laplace, LA | 4.7 mi | 4,279 | 33% |
| Gramercy, LA | 8.3 mi | 451 | 42% |
| Lutcher, LA | 9.4 mi | 865 | 14% |
| Norco, LA | 10 mi | 464 | 47% |
| Hahnville, LA | 11 mi | 530 | 42% |
| South Vacherie, LA | 12 mi | 761 | 29% |
Hospices serving Reserve
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's Hospice, LLC | La Place, LA | 3.9 mi | (985) 651-9733 |
| Guardian Angel Hospice | Metairie, LA | 21 mi | (504) 737-2244 |
| Nola Sjh Ii, LLC | River Ridge, LA | 23 mi | (504) 305-4910 |
| Anvoi Hospice | Metairie, LA | 24 mi | (504) 603-3577 |
| Harmony Hospice, LLC | Metairie, LA | 24 mi | (504) 832-8111 |
Nursing homes near Reserve (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home | Reserve, LA | 1.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 8 | (985) 479-4080 |
| Twin Oaks Nursing Home | Laplace, LA | 3.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 148 | (985) 652-9538 |
| Chateau St. James Rehab And Retirement | Lutcher, LA | 8.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 116 | (225) 869-5725 |
| Ormond Nursing And Care Center | Destrehan, LA | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | 124 | (985) 764-1793 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Reserve. 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 Reserve
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 19% of the $4,972 monthly median income of Reserve 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Reserve: common questions
Which hospices serve Reserve?
Medicare lists 20 hospices for Reserve ZIP codes, including St Catherine's Hospice, LLC, Guardian Angel Hospice, Nola Sjh Ii, LLC.
How much does respite care cost in Reserve?
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 19% of the $4,972 monthly median income of Reserve 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 Reserve. 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 Reserve
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Laplace, LA
- Respite Care in Gramercy, LA
- Respite Care in Lutcher, LA
- Respite Care in Norco, LA
- Respite Care in Hahnville, LA
- Respite Care in South Vacherie, LA
- Respite Care in Destrehan, LA
- Respite Care in St. Rose, LA
- Respite Care in Luling, LA
- Respite Care in Kenner, LA
- Respite Care in Chackbay, LA
- Respite Care in River Ridge, LA
- Respite Care in Waggaman, LA
- Respite Care in Harahan, LA
- Respite Care in Metairie, LA
- Respite Care in Elmwood, LA
Other care in Reserve
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.
Find respite care in Reserve
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Reserve can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
