Respite Care in Catalina Foothills, AZ
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Respite Care in Catalina Foothills, AZ: the local picture
Most older adults in Catalina Foothills live with someone: 75% 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 3,792 Catalina Foothills residents aged 65 or older report a disability (21%) (32% in Pima County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 34 hospices serving Catalina Foothills ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Catalina Foothills compared with Pima County and Arizona
| Census figure | Catalina Foothills | Pima County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 29% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 34% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.0% | 9.4% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.0% | 7.1% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $105,558 | $60,759 | — |
Older residents in towns around Catalina Foothills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flowing Wells, AZ | 7.4 mi | 2,805 | 39% |
| Casas Adobes, AZ | 7.9 mi | 17,638 | 35% |
| Tanque Verde, AZ | 8.6 mi | 5,440 | 27% |
| South Tucson, AZ | 8.8 mi | 645 | 29% |
| Oro Valley, AZ | 9.8 mi | 17,216 | 27% |
| Tucson, AZ | 10 mi | 88,716 | 35% |
Hospices serving Catalina Foothills
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agape South | Green Valley, AZ | 2.0 mi | (520) 615-3996 |
| Emblem Hospice Tucson | Tucson, AZ | 2.0 mi | (520) 297-1460 |
| Amedisys Hospice | Tucson, AZ | 2.0 mi | (520) 205-7700 |
| Copper State Hospice Inc | Tucson, AZ | 2.0 mi | (520) 612-2181 |
| Arista Hospice | Tucson, AZ | 3.6 mi | (520) 333-0333 |
Nursing homes near Catalina Foothills (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | 2.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 118 | (520) 299-7088 |
| The Center At Tucson | Tucson, AZ | 3.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 96 | (520) 347-5555 |
| Handmaker Home For The Aging | Tucson, AZ | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 94 | (520) 881-2323 |
| Foothills Rehabilitation Center | Tucson, AZ | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 149 | (520) 733-8700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Catalina Foothills. 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 Catalina Foothills
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,797 monthly median income of Catalina Foothills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
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 Catalina Foothills: common questions
Which hospices serve Catalina Foothills?
Medicare lists 34 hospices for Catalina Foothills ZIP codes, including Agape South, Emblem Hospice Tucson, Amedisys Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Catalina Foothills?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,797 monthly median income of Catalina Foothills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 Catalina Foothills. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona covers Arizona.
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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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