Respite Care in Ben Lomond, CA
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Respite Care in Ben Lomond, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Ben Lomond live with someone: 78% 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 572 Ben Lomond residents aged 65 or older report a disability (39%) (28% in Santa Cruz County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 4 hospices serving Ben Lomond ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Ben Lomond compared with Santa Cruz County and California
| Census figure | Ben Lomond | Santa Cruz County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 28% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 26% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 19% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.8% | 9.6% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.4% | 5.2% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $101,875 | $85,666 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ben Lomond
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felton, CA | 2.7 mi | 811 | 24% |
| Bonny Doon, CA | 3.6 mi | 714 | 16% |
| Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 mi | 1,385 | 22% |
| Scotts Valley, CA | 4.5 mi | 2,784 | 28% |
| Santa Cruz, CA | 7.7 mi | 9,295 | 29% |
| Lexington Hills, CA | 7.8 mi | 277 | 14% |
Hospices serving Ben Lomond
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Santa Cruz County | Scotts Valley, CA | 4.2 mi | (831) 430-3000 |
| Bridge Hospice | Salinas, CA | 32 mi | (831) 216-5585 |
| Best Hospice Provider, Inc. | Hayward, CA | 38 mi | (510) 783-4468 |
| Atrium Hospice LLC | Brentwood, CA | 63 mi | (925) 219-2250 |
Nursing homes near Ben Lomond (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Grove Post Acute | Santa Cruz, CA | 8.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 144 | (831) 479-9000 |
| Santa Cruz Post Acute | Santa Cruz, CA | 8.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 149 | (831) 475-4055 |
| Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz, CA | 9.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 92 | (831) 475-6323 |
| Pacific Coast Manor | Capitola, CA | 9.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 99 | (831) 476-0770 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ben Lomond. 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 Ben Lomond
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,490 monthly median income of Ben Lomond households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Ben Lomond: common questions
Which hospices serve Ben Lomond?
Medicare lists 4 hospices for Ben Lomond ZIP codes, including Hospice Of Santa Cruz County, Bridge Hospice, Best Hospice Provider, Inc..
How much does respite care cost in Ben Lomond?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,490 monthly median income of Ben Lomond households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Ben Lomond. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave covers California.
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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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