Washington

Respite Care in Washington

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. Choose a city for its local figures and nearby providers, or post your care need free.

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Washington

Respite Care in Washington at a glance

1,378,508

residents 65 or older (17.3% of Washington, ACS 2024)

137,041

residents 85 or older

$22.95

median hourly wage of home care aides (BLS, May 2025)

$17.13

state minimum wage per hour

Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026). For programs that can pay a caregiver, including a family member, see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.

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Respite Care by city in Washington

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