In-Home Care for Veterans in Jena, LA
Private caregivers for older veterans at home, and where to ask about VA home care programs. CaregiverConnect is not part of the VA, and caregivers here are not VA-approved. Post what you need in Jena for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Veterans’ Home Care in Jena, LA: the local picture
About 22 Jena residents aged 65 or older are veterans (3.5% of that age group; 6.3% in LaSalle Parish), out of 36 veterans of all adult ages in town.
43% of all residents 65 and older report a disability (48% in LaSalle Parish); ask the VA whether a veteran’s needs qualify for its home care programs before you hire privately.
Jena compared with LaSalle Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Jena | LaSalle Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ who are veterans | 3.5% | 6.3% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 48% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 24% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 35% | 38% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.1% | 12% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,263 | $45,727 | — |
Older residents in towns around Jena
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Veterans (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball, LA | 25 mi | 389 | 8.5% |
| Pineville, LA | 29 mi | 2,456 | 18% |
| Ferriday, LA | 34 mi | 424 | 11% |
| Alexandria, LA | 34 mi | 7,531 | 15% |
| Winnfield, LA | 34 mi | 440 | 8.9% |
| Marksville, LA | 39 mi | 766 | 15% |
Hospitals near Jena
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardtner Medical Center | Olla, LA | 14 mi | not rated | (318) 495-3131 |
| Citizens Medical Center | Columbia, LA | 29 mi | 3 of 5 | (318) 649-6106 |
| Winn Parish Medical Center | Winnfield, LA | 34 mi | not rated | (318) 648-3000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Jena. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for a veteran can help with
- Company and help around the house
- Personal care: bathing, dressing, toileting
- Rides to VA and other appointments
- Meals and medication reminders
What veterans’ home care costs in Jena
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 21% of the $4,439 monthly median income of Jena 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 for a veteran
The VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide program sends a trained aide, supervised by a registered nurse, to help eligible veterans with daily activities at home. The Aid and Attendance benefit adds monthly payments to a VA pension for veterans who need help with daily activities. The VA Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for veterans before? Can you drive to the VA medical center or clinic? Are you comfortable with the paperwork VA programs need? More in our veterans’ home care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Veterans’ Home Care in Jena: common questions
How much does veterans’ home care cost in Jena?
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 21% of the $4,439 monthly median income of Jena 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 the VA pay for in-home care?
For eligible veterans, VA programs such as Homemaker and Home Health Aide care can provide help at home, and Aid and Attendance can add to a VA pension. Ask the VA about eligibility; the Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274 (caregiver.va.gov).
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Veterans’ Home Care in nearby cities
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- Veterans’ Home Care in Pineville, LA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Ferriday, LA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Alexandria, LA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Winnfield, LA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Marksville, LA
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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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