Companion Care for Seniors in The Acreage, FL
Conversation, outings, meals together and a steady, friendly presence for an older adult who lives alone or spends long days by themselves. Post what you need in The Acreage for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Companion Care in The Acreage, FL: the local picture
About 909 residents of The Acreage aged 65 or older live alone, 15% of older residents in households (28% in Palm Beach County). They are the people companion care is usually for: mostly independent, but on their own for long stretches of the day.
2.5% of The Acreage households have no vehicle (6.0% in Palm Beach County). A companion who drives can turn a week at home into appointments, shopping and visits.
Of the 6,252 The Acreage residents aged 65 or older, 469 are 85 or older (7.5%). Before the first visit with someone in that oldest group, ask the family about hearing, eyesight, walking and any memory changes, so the visit is planned around them.
3,114 The Acreage households headed by someone 65 or older own their home and 201 rent. A companion visiting a house may also help with mail, light chores and keeping an eye on things; in an apartment building, ask whether visitors sign in.
About 526 older The Acreage residents (8.5%) live below the poverty line (11% in Palm Beach County). For them, Medicaid home and community-based services or the local Area Agency on Aging may cover some companion or homemaker hours, depending on the state program; private pay is not the only route.
About 25% of The Acreage residents aged 5 and over speak a language other than English at home. The most common are Spanish (6,271), French, Haitian or Cajun (1,414), other Indo-European languages (768). If the person you care for is more at ease in one of these languages, say so in your posting; many caregivers list the languages they speak.
The Acreage compared with Palm Beach County and Florida
| Census figure | The Acreage | Palm Beach County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 15% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 25% | 34% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.5% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.5% | 11% | 12% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 29% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $78,996 | $65,565 | — |
Older residents in towns around The Acreage
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake, FL | 2.0 mi | 348 | 1.7% |
| Loxahatchee Groves, FL | 3.7 mi | 807 | 13% |
| Royal Palm Beach, FL | 6.0 mi | 7,629 | 18% |
| Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 8.5 mi | 19,836 | 26% |
| Wellington, FL | 8.7 mi | 10,963 | 19% |
| West Palm Beach, FL | 9.5 mi | 26,251 | 33% |
Hospitals near The Acreage (for rides to appointments)
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCA Florida Palms West Hospital | Loxahatchee, FL | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-3300 |
| Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL | 8.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-8500 |
| Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 9.2 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 622-1411 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The Acreage. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a companion caregiver can help with
- Conversation, cards, puzzles and shared hobbies
- Walks and outings to the park, library or senior center
- Company at meals, and help preparing them
- Rides or escort to appointments, church and visits
What companion care costs in The Acreage
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $6,583 monthly median income of The Acreage households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
What to know before hiring a companion caregiver
Isolation is a health risk, not only a mood. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine found that nearly one in four Americans aged 65 and older living in the community is socially isolated, and linked isolation to higher risks of dementia, heart disease and early death (2020 report).
Questions worth asking: What do you enjoy doing with the people you care for? Are you comfortable driving, and is your car insured for passengers? How do you handle a client who does not want company at first? More in our companion care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Companion Care in The Acreage: common questions
How many seniors live alone in The Acreage?
About 909 residents aged 65 or older, 15% of older residents in households (Census ACS 2020–2024) (28% in Palm Beach County).
How much does companion care cost in The Acreage?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $6,583 monthly median income of The Acreage households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
What does a companion caregiver do in The Acreage?
A companion keeps an older adult company and helps around the visit: conversation, activities, walks, meals, errands, rides and reminders. It suits someone who is mostly independent but lonely, or a family that wants someone to check in on weekdays.
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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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