Can a home care agency make caregivers sign a non-compete in Mississippi?

Generally enforceable if reasonable. Mississippi has no general non-compete statute. Courts weigh the reasonableness of the time and geographic limits, the hardship to employer and employee, and the public interest, and may narrow overbroad terms. There is no wage threshold or healthcare carve-out.

What about a client hiring your caregiver directly?

That is usually handled in the client service agreement, not the caregiver's contract: some agencies charge a placement or conversion fee if a client hires a caregiver directly. Whether that clause is enforceable is a contract question, so have a local employment lawyer review it.

What should you confirm?

Based on a law firm survey of Mississippi case law, not a statute.

General information, not legal advice.