Respite Care in Buckeye Lake, OH
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Respite Care in Buckeye Lake, OH: the local picture
Most older adults in Buckeye Lake live with someone: 86% 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 225 Buckeye Lake residents aged 65 or older report a disability (48%) (35% in Licking County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 4 hospices serving Buckeye Lake ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Buckeye Lake compared with Licking County and Ohio
| Census figure | Buckeye Lake | Licking County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 35% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.6% | 8.4% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.7% | 5.2% | 7.5% |
Older residents in towns around Buckeye Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebron, OH | 2.0 mi | 371 | 57% |
| Heath, OH | 6.2 mi | 2,410 | 35% |
| Granville, OH | 8.4 mi | 1,174 | 31% |
| Baltimore, OH | 9.0 mi | 641 | 38% |
| Newark, OH | 9.8 mi | 8,750 | 38% |
| Beechwood Trails, OH | 11 mi | 610 | 23% |
Hospices serving Buckeye Lake
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Central Ohio | Newark, OH | 10 mi | (740) 788-1400 |
| Suncrest Hospice | Columbus, OH | 29 mi | (614) 612-0063 |
| Ohiohealth Hospice With Compassus | Columbus, OH | 30 mi | (614) 566-5377 |
| Queen City Hospice | Mason, OH | 106 mi | (513) 510-4406 |
Nursing homes near Buckeye Lake (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altercare Thornville Inc. | Thornville, OH | 4.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 50 | (740) 246-5253 |
| The Laurels Of Heath | Heath, OH | 7.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 150 | (740) 522-1171 |
| Flint Ridge Nrsg & Rehab Ctr | Newark, OH | 7.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 99 | (740) 344-9465 |
| Arlington Care Center | Newark, OH | 7.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 110 | (740) 344-0303 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Buckeye Lake. 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 Buckeye Lake
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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.
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Respite Care in Buckeye Lake: common questions
Which hospices serve Buckeye Lake?
Medicare lists 4 hospices for Buckeye Lake ZIP codes, including Hospice Of Central Ohio, Suncrest Hospice, Ohiohealth Hospice With Compassus.
How much does respite care cost in Buckeye Lake?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Buckeye Lake. 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 Ohio.
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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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