Respite Care in Troy, TX
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Respite Care in Troy, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Troy live with someone: 75% 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 231 Troy residents aged 65 or older report a disability (59%) (38% in Bell County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 13 hospices serving Troy ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Troy compared with Bell County and Texas
| Census figure | Troy | Bell County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 59% | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 26% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 11% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.9% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,134 | $54,865 | — |
Older residents in towns around Troy
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple, TX | 8.1 mi | 13,547 | 39% |
| Morgan's Point Resort, TX | 9.8 mi | 652 | 39% |
| Belton, TX | 14 mi | 3,379 | 36% |
| McGregor, TX | 17 mi | 858 | 43% |
| Hewitt, TX | 19 mi | 3,097 | 36% |
| Nolanville, TX | 20 mi | 682 | 45% |
Hospices serving Troy
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentle Transitions Hospice | Moody, TX | 7.7 mi | (254) 598-1389 |
| Gentiva | Temple, TX | 8.0 mi | (254) 742-2000 |
| Enhabit Hospice | Temple, TX | 10 mi | (254) 677-7377 |
| Baylor Scott & White Hospice - Temple | Temple, TX | 10 mi | (254) 724-4090 |
| True Heart Hospice And Palliative Care Of Texas LLC | Temple, TX | 10 mi | (512) 649-2274 |
Nursing homes near Troy (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avir At Western Hills | Temple, TX | 7.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (254) 742-7500 |
| Avir At Adams | Temple, TX | 7.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 118 | (254) 773-1626 |
| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital Skil | Temple, TX | 8.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 23 | (254) 771-8200 |
| William R Courtney Texas State Veterans Home | Temple, TX | 8.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 160 | (254) 791-8280 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Troy. 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 Troy
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 34% of the $3,011 monthly median income of Troy 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 Troy: common questions
Which hospices serve Troy?
Medicare lists 13 hospices for Troy ZIP codes, including Gentle Transitions Hospice, Gentiva, Enhabit Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Troy?
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 34% of the $3,011 monthly median income of Troy 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 Troy. 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 (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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