Respite Care in Bridgewater Town, 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 Bridgewater Town for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Bridgewater Town, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in Bridgewater Town live with someone: 82% 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 1,230 Bridgewater Town residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (28% in Plymouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 25 hospices serving Bridgewater Town ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Bridgewater Town compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Bridgewater Town | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 25% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.7% | 9.0% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $75,024 | $73,775 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bridgewater Town
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raynham Center, MA | 4.5 mi | 700 | 35% |
| Middleborough Center, MA | 6.1 mi | 1,328 | 22% |
| Taunton, MA | 7.6 mi | 9,058 | 38% |
| Brockton, MA | 8.0 mi | 15,191 | 39% |
| North Lakeville, MA | 8.0 mi | 573 | 24% |
| Abington, MA | 10.0 mi | 2,234 | 29% |
Hospices serving Bridgewater Town
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compassionate Care Hospice Of Southeastern Massachusetts LLC | Bridgewater, MA | 0.5 mi | (508) 399-5900 |
| Old Colony Hospice, Inc | W Bridgewater, MA | 4.1 mi | (781) 341-4145 |
| Sunset Hospice | Middleboro, MA | 7.3 mi | (774) 419-2029 |
| Brockton Visiting Nurse Association | Brockton, MA | 8.0 mi | (508) 587-2121 |
| Hospice Services Of Massachusetts | Lakeville, MA | 9.4 mi | (508) 291-0049 |
Nursing homes near Bridgewater Town (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sachem Center For Health And Rehabilitation | East Bridgewater, MA | 4.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 111 | (508) 378-7227 |
| Life Care Center Of West Bridgewater | West Bridgewater, MA | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 150 | (508) 580-4400 |
| Life Care Center Of Raynham | Raynham, MA | 5.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 154 | (508) 821-5700 |
| Oakhill Healthcare | Middleboro, MA | 6.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 123 | (508) 947-4774 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bridgewater Town. 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 Bridgewater Town
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 27% of the $6,252 monthly median income of Bridgewater Town 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Bridgewater Town: common questions
Which hospices serve Bridgewater Town?
Medicare lists 25 hospices for Bridgewater Town ZIP codes, including Compassionate Care Hospice Of Southeastern Massachusetts LLC, Old Colony Hospice, Inc, Sunset Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Bridgewater Town?
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 27% of the $6,252 monthly median income of Bridgewater Town 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 Bridgewater Town. 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.
More senior care near Bridgewater Town
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Raynham Center, MA
- Respite Care in Middleborough Center, MA
- Respite Care in Taunton, MA
- Respite Care in Brockton, MA
- Respite Care in North Lakeville, MA
- Respite Care in Abington, MA
- Respite Care in Norton Center, MA
- Respite Care in Holbrook, MA
- Respite Care in Mansfield Center, MA
- Respite Care in North Pembroke, MA
- Respite Care in Kingston, MA
- Respite Care in Sharon, MA
- Respite Care in Randolph Town, MA
- Respite Care in South Duxbury, MA
- Respite Care in Foxborough, MA
- Respite Care in North Plymouth, MA
Other care in Bridgewater Town
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.
Find respite care in Bridgewater Town
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Bridgewater Town can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
