Respite Care in Acushnet Center, MA
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Acushnet Center for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Acushnet Center, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in Acushnet Center live with someone: 72% of residents 65 and older in households do. When one of them needs care, the person they live with usually provides most of it, and respite is what keeps that sustainable.
About 312 Acushnet Center residents aged 65 or older report a disability (38%) (33% in Bristol County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 12 hospices serving Acushnet Center ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Acushnet Center compared with Bristol County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Acushnet Center | Bristol County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 30% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 29% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.7% | 2.1% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.0% | 11% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 9.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,370 | $54,856 | — |
Older residents in towns around Acushnet Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford, MA | 2.3 mi | 15,512 | 36% |
| Smith Mills, MA | 5.4 mi | 976 | 32% |
| Mattapoisett Center, MA | 5.6 mi | 719 | 44% |
| Bliss Corner, MA | 5.8 mi | 1,499 | 27% |
| Fall River, MA | 10 mi | 15,169 | 40% |
| Wareham Center, MA | 11 mi | 691 | 28% |
Hospices serving Acushnet Center
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Nurse Home Care, Inc | Fairhaven, MA | 3.2 mi | (508) 992-6278 |
| Hospice And Palliative Care | Fairhaven, MA | 3.2 mi | (508) 973-3200 |
| Accentcare Hospice Of Massachusetts | Fall River, MA | 12 mi | (508) 235-5312 |
| Bristol Hospice LLC | Fall River, MA | 12 mi | (774) 379-7232 |
| Continuum Care Of Mass, LLC | Fall River, MA | 12 mi | (434) 977-9715 |
Nursing homes near Acushnet Center (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Court Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Center | Fairhaven, MA | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 142 | (508) 991-8600 |
| Care One At New Bedford | New Bedford, MA | 1.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 154 | (508) 996-4600 |
| Royal Of Fairhaven Nursing Center | Fairhaven, MA | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 107 | (508) 997-3193 |
| Sacred Heart Nursing Home | New Bedford, MA | 2.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 217 | (508) 996-6751 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Acushnet Center. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a respite caregiver can help with
- Taking over the usual routine while you are away
- Meals, medication reminders and personal care
- Company and activities
- Overnight cover for a weekend or a trip
What respite care costs in Acushnet Center
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,781 monthly median income of Acushnet Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 respite caregiver
Family caregivers carry most long-term care in the U.S., and burnout is a common reason a home arrangement breaks down. The federal National Family Caregiver Support Program funds respite through local Area Agencies on Aging, and the ARCH National Respite Locator lists respite programs by state.
Questions worth asking: Can you do a short paid visit first, while I am home? Are you available at short notice if I am ill? Can you stay overnight, and what do you charge for it? More in our respite care guide.
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Respite Care in Acushnet Center: common questions
Which hospices serve Acushnet Center?
Medicare lists 12 hospices for Acushnet Center ZIP codes, including Community Nurse Home Care, Inc, Hospice And Palliative Care, Accentcare Hospice Of Massachusetts.
How much does respite care cost in Acushnet Center?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,781 monthly median income of Acushnet Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov); the hospices on this page serve Acushnet Center. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers Massachusetts.
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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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