Respite Care in Cliffwood Beach, NJ
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Respite Care in Cliffwood Beach, NJ: the local picture
Most older adults in Cliffwood Beach live with someone: 71% 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 153 Cliffwood Beach residents aged 65 or older report a disability (29%) (27% in Monmouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 21 hospices serving Cliffwood Beach ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Cliffwood Beach compared with Monmouth County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Cliffwood Beach | Monmouth County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 28% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 2.3% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 6.9% | 9.7% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.6% | 6.4% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $76,750 | $82,095 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cliffwood Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyport, NJ | 1.2 mi | 1,347 | 47% |
| Laurence Harbor, NJ | 2.2 mi | 1,050 | 41% |
| Matawan, NJ | 2.4 mi | 1,376 | 36% |
| Union Beach, NJ | 2.5 mi | 628 | 20% |
| Strathmore, NJ | 2.9 mi | 1,278 | 15% |
| Keansburg, NJ | 3.3 mi | 1,216 | 47% |
Hospices serving Cliffwood Beach
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Healthcare Services LLC | Edison, NJ | 8.8 mi | (732) 225-4100 |
| Caring Hospice Services Of Central Jersey | Edison, NJ | 8.8 mi | (732) 661-9373 |
| Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice | Staten Island, NY | 10 mi | (718) 226-6450 |
| Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care Of New Jersey Ll | Edison, NJ | 11 mi | (866) 243-2157 |
| Dove Hospice Services Of New Jersey, LLC | Manalapan, NJ | 13 mi | (732) 547-9436 |
Nursing homes near Cliffwood Beach (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Care And Rehabilitation Center | Hazlet, NJ | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 170 | (732) 264-5800 |
| Complete Care At Madison, LLC | Matawan, NJ | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 167 | (732) 566-6400 |
| Complete Care At Bayshore LLC | Holmdel, NJ | 2.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 232 | (732) 739-9000 |
| Meadowbrook Respiratory And Nursing Center | Matawan, NJ | 3.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 130 | (732) 765-5600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cliffwood Beach. 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 Cliffwood Beach
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,396 monthly median income of Cliffwood Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Cliffwood Beach: common questions
Which hospices serve Cliffwood Beach?
Medicare lists 21 hospices for Cliffwood Beach ZIP codes, including Grace Healthcare Services LLC, Caring Hospice Services Of Central Jersey, Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Cliffwood Beach?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,396 monthly median income of Cliffwood Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Cliffwood Beach. 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 New Jersey.
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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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