Respite Care in Bridgeton, MO
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Respite Care in Bridgeton, MO: the local picture
Most older adults in Bridgeton live with someone: 66% 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 790 Bridgeton residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (28% in St. Louis County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 23 hospices serving Bridgeton ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Bridgeton compared with St. Louis County and Missouri
| Census figure | Bridgeton | St. Louis County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 28% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 2.4% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 8.2% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.0% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,217 | $63,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bridgeton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hazelwood, MO | 1.9 mi | 4,317 | 33% |
| St. Ann, MO | 3.6 mi | 2,099 | 46% |
| Woodson Terrace, MO | 4.4 mi | 631 | 37% |
| Berkeley, MO | 4.7 mi | 1,003 | 30% |
| Breckenridge Hills, MO | 4.8 mi | 507 | 30% |
| Maryland Heights, MO | 4.9 mi | 3,659 | 27% |
Hospices serving Bridgeton
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Home Care And Hospice | Saint Louis, MO | 5.4 mi | (636) 573-0037 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest | Saint Louis, MO | 5.4 mi | (314) 682-3400 |
| Caris Healthcare | Saint Louis, MO | 5.4 mi | (636) 527-6675 |
| Bjc Hospice | Saint Louis, MO | 8.3 mi | (314) 872-5050 |
| Heartland Hospice (St Louis) | Saint Louis, MO | 8.3 mi | (314) 453-0990 |
Nursing homes near Bridgeton (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Bridgeton | Bridgeton, MO | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (314) 298-7444 |
| Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - Anna House | Bridgeton, MO | 1.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 105 | (314) 209-8814 |
| Avenir At Mark Twain | Bridgeton, MO | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (314) 291-8240 |
| Parkwood Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Maryland Heights, MO | 2.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (314) 291-5911 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bridgeton. 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 Bridgeton
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,601 monthly median income of Bridgeton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
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 Bridgeton: common questions
Which hospices serve Bridgeton?
Medicare lists 23 hospices for Bridgeton ZIP codes, including Phoenix Home Care And Hospice, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest, Caris Healthcare.
How much does respite care cost in Bridgeton?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,601 monthly median income of Bridgeton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Bridgeton. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver covers Missouri.
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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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