Housekeeping Help for Seniors in Hicksville, OH
Light housekeeping, laundry, changing beds and keeping the home safe and tidy for an older adult who lives there. Post what you need in Hicksville for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Senior Housekeeping in Hicksville, OH: the local picture
About 93 Hicksville residents 65 or older have difficulty doing errands alone (19%; 10% in Defiance County); housework usually becomes hard around the same time.
305 Hicksville households headed by someone 65+ own their home and 56 rent. In a house, say whether you also need help with stairs, the yard or the garage; those are often separate jobs.
Hicksville compared with Defiance County and Ohio
| Census figure | Hicksville | Defiance County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with difficulty doing errands alone | 19% | 10% | 12% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 25% | 32% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 26% | 19% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 7.0% | 10% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 20% | 18% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,516 | $56,510 | — |
Older residents in towns around Hicksville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Errand difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler, IN | 11 mi | 413 | 14% |
| Paulding, OH | 14 mi | 611 | 9.5% |
| Leo-Cedarville, IN | 14 mi | 411 | 7.3% |
| Auburn, IN | 16 mi | 2,397 | 18% |
| Bryan, OH | 17 mi | 2,281 | 21% |
| Garrett, IN | 19 mi | 1,106 | 13% |
What a caregiver for housekeeping can help with
- Dusting, vacuuming and mopping
- Laundry, ironing and changing beds
- Kitchen and bathroom cleaning
- Taking out trash and recycling
What housekeeping help costs in Hicksville
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Hicksville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for housekeeping
Housekeeping help is non-medical and often comes alongside companionship or meal help. Heavy cleaning, deep cleaning, moving furniture and yard work are usually separate jobs, so say in your posting exactly what you need.
Questions worth asking: Which household tasks will you do, and which not? Do you bring your own supplies? Can you combine housekeeping with company or meals? More in our senior housekeeping guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Senior Housekeeping in Hicksville: common questions
How much does housekeeping help cost in Hicksville?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Hicksville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Is a housekeeper the same as a caregiver?
Not always. A housekeeper cleans; a caregiver may also give company, meals and personal care. Many caregivers on CaregiverConnect do light housekeeping as part of their visits.
More senior care near Hicksville
Senior Housekeeping in nearby cities
- Senior Housekeeping in Butler, IN
- Senior Housekeeping in Paulding, OH
- Senior Housekeeping in Leo-Cedarville, IN
- Senior Housekeeping in Auburn, IN
- Senior Housekeeping in Bryan, OH
- Senior Housekeeping in Garrett, IN
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- Senior Housekeeping in Defiance, OH
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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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