Respite Care in Chattanooga Valley, GA
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Respite Care in Chattanooga Valley, GA: the local picture
Most older adults in Chattanooga Valley live with someone: 92% 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 273 Chattanooga Valley residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (40% in Walker County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 11 hospices serving Chattanooga Valley ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Chattanooga Valley compared with Walker County and Georgia
| Census figure | Chattanooga Valley | Walker County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 40% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 7.6% | 26% | 26% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 20% | 15% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.6% | 12% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.4% | 3.7% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $75,406 | $42,907 | — |
Older residents in towns around Chattanooga Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview, GA | 2.8 mi | 1,165 | 38% |
| Chickamauga, GA | 4.5 mi | 570 | 30% |
| Rossville, GA | 4.7 mi | 784 | 56% |
| Fort Oglethorpe, GA | 5.5 mi | 2,805 | 48% |
| Lakeview, GA | 6.3 mi | 897 | 38% |
| East Ridge, TN | 8.2 mi | 4,078 | 38% |
Hospices serving Chattanooga Valley
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearth Hospice | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | 5.9 mi | (706) 866-9854 |
| Hearth Hospice | Chattanooga, TN | 8.6 mi | (423) 531-6555 |
| Caris Healthcare | Ringgold, GA | 11 mi | (706) 944-9110 |
| Hospice Of Chattanooga Holdings, LLC | Chattanooga, TN | 13 mi | (423) 892-4289 |
| Amedisys Hospice, An Adventa Company | Chattanooga, TN | 13 mi | (423) 499-0018 |
Nursing homes near Chattanooga Valley (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhc Healthcare Rossville | Rossville, GA | 4.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 112 | (706) 861-0863 |
| Center For Advanced Rehab At Parkside, The | Rossville, GA | 4.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 125 | (706) 858-5000 |
| Pruitthealth - Fort Oglethorpe | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | 5.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (706) 861-5154 |
| Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | 6.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 135 | (706) 866-7700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Chattanooga Valley. 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 Chattanooga Valley
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,284 monthly median income of Chattanooga Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Chattanooga Valley: common questions
Which hospices serve Chattanooga Valley?
Medicare lists 11 hospices for Chattanooga Valley ZIP codes, including Hearth Hospice, Hearth Hospice, Caris Healthcare.
How much does respite care cost in Chattanooga Valley?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,284 monthly median income of Chattanooga Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Chattanooga Valley. 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 Georgia.
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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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