Senior Transportation and Escorted Rides in Benton, LA
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Senior Transportation in Benton, LA: the local picture
About 110 Benton households, 12%, have no vehicle (7.3% in Bossier Parish). The Census figure covers all ages, but older adults who stop driving are a large part of it.
Hospitals with an emergency department near Benton: Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport in Shreveport (5.7 mi); Overton Brooks Va Medical Center (Shreveport) in Shreveport (13 mi); Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport (14 mi). Distances are straight-line, so allow more on the road.
28% of residents 65 and older report a disability. If walking is hard, look for a caregiver who is comfortable with walkers and car transfers, not only a driver.
Benton compared with Bossier Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Benton | Bossier Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 7.3% | 8.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 35% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 16% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 9.9% | 15% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $80,962 | $51,953 | — |
Older residents in towns around Benton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Households with no car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanchard, LA | 10 mi | 396 | 4.0% |
| Red Chute, LA | 11 mi | 905 | 2.2% |
| Bossier City, LA | 12 mi | 9,687 | 10% |
| Eastwood, LA | 14 mi | 900 | 3.3% |
| Shreveport, LA | 16 mi | 32,214 | 11% |
| Haughton, LA | 18 mi | 509 | 4.5% |
Hospitals near Benton
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | 5.7 mi | 2 of 5 | (318) 675-5058 |
| Overton Brooks Va Medical Center (Shreveport) | Shreveport, LA | 13 mi | 2 of 5 | (318) 424-6037 |
| Willis Knighton Medical Center | Shreveport, LA | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | (318) 212-4000 |
| Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System | Shreveport, LA | 16 mi | 3 of 5 | (318) 681-5000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Benton. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver who drives can help with
- Rides to doctor, dental and therapy appointments
- Waiting during the appointment and taking notes
- Grocery shopping, pharmacy and errands
- Trips to church, the senior center and family
What senior transportation costs in Benton
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 14% of the $6,747 monthly median income of Benton 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 caregiver who drives
Giving up driving is a common reason older adults start to miss appointments and see fewer people. Before a caregiver drives, agree whose car is used, check that the auto insurance covers it, and agree a mileage rate in writing. The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116) can point you to free and low-cost ride programs.
Questions worth asking: May I see your license and proof of auto insurance? Will you drive your car or ours? How do you help someone with a walker in and out of the car? More in our senior transportation guide.
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Senior Transportation in Benton: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Benton?
Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport in Shreveport, about 5.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Benton (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (318) 675-5058. In an emergency, call 911.
How much does senior transportation cost in Benton?
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 14% of the $6,747 monthly median income of Benton 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 Medicare pay for rides to appointments?
Original Medicare covers emergency ambulance trips, not routine rides. Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for eligible members, and some Medicare Advantage plans include rides (Medicare.gov).
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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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