Respite Care in Bend, OR
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Respite Care in Bend, OR: the local picture
Most older adults in Bend 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 5,038 Bend residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (28% in Deschutes County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 11 hospices serving Bend ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Bend compared with Deschutes County and Oregon
| Census figure | Bend | Deschutes County | Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 28% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 22% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.6% | 6.8% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.8% | 4.0% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $74,590 | $71,644 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bend
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deschutes River Woods, OR | 5.4 mi | 1,107 | 32% |
| Eagle Crest, OR | 14 mi | 1,613 | 20% |
| Redmond, OR | 15 mi | 5,618 | 43% |
| Three Rivers, OR | 17 mi | 855 | 19% |
| Sisters, OR | 20 mi | 1,176 | 23% |
| Crooked River Ranch, OR | 25 mi | 1,682 | 31% |
Hospices serving Bend
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Hospice - Bend, LLC | Bend, OR | 2.4 mi | (541) 550-1155 |
| St. Charles Hospice | Bend, OR | 2.6 mi | (541) 706-6700 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Bend, OR | 2.6 mi | (541) 527-1703 |
| Partners In Care | Bend, OR | 2.6 mi | (541) 382-5882 |
| Heart 'N Home Hospice & Palliative Care, LLC | Bend, OR | 2.6 mi | (541) 508-4036 |
Nursing homes near Bend (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Care Of Central Oregon | Bend, OR | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 46 | (541) 382-7161 |
| Pilot Butte Rehabilitation Center | Bend, OR | 1.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 74 | (541) 382-5531 |
| Bend Transitional Care | Bend, OR | 2.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (541) 382-0479 |
| Regency Redmond Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Redmond, OR | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | 50 | (541) 548-5066 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bend. 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 Bend
At the Oregon median aide wage of $21.35 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,850 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $6,216 monthly median income of Bend households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oregon's minimum wage is $16.80 in the Portland metro area, $15.55 in the standard state rate, $14.55 in non-urban counties (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 Bend: common questions
Which hospices serve Bend?
Medicare lists 11 hospices for Bend ZIP codes, including Bristol Hospice - Bend, LLC, St. Charles Hospice, Signature Healthcare At Home.
How much does respite care cost in Bend?
At the Oregon median aide wage of $21.35 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,850 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $6,216 monthly median income of Bend households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oregon's minimum wage is $16.80 in the Portland metro area, $15.55 in the standard state rate, $14.55 in non-urban counties (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 Bend. 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 Oregon.
More senior care near Bend
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Deschutes River Woods, OR
- Respite Care in Eagle Crest, OR
- Respite Care in Redmond, OR
- Respite Care in Three Rivers, OR
- Respite Care in Sisters, OR
- Respite Care in Crooked River Ranch, OR
- Respite Care in La Pine, OR
- Respite Care in Prineville, OR
- Respite Care in Juniper Canyon, OR
- Respite Care in Madras, OR
- Respite Care in Oakridge, OR
Other care in Bend
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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