Respite Care in Coral Gables, FL
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Respite Care in Coral Gables, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Coral Gables live with someone: 70% 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 2,031 Coral Gables residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (32% in Miami-Dade County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 4 hospices serving Coral Gables ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Coral Gables compared with Miami-Dade County and Florida
| Census figure | Coral Gables | Miami-Dade County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 22% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 21% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.3% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $114,926 | $41,151 | — |
Older residents in towns around Coral Gables
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Miami, FL | 2.7 mi | 1,986 | 27% |
| Pinecrest, FL | 3.0 mi | 3,223 | 18% |
| Glenvar Heights, FL | 3.8 mi | 3,818 | 26% |
| Coral Terrace, FL | 5.1 mi | 5,519 | 34% |
| Palmetto Bay, FL | 5.5 mi | 3,808 | 31% |
| West Miami, FL | 5.6 mi | 1,240 | 42% |
Hospices serving Coral Gables
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opus Care Of South Florida | Miami, FL | 2.6 mi | (305) 591-1606 |
| Continuum Care Of Miami Dade LLC | Miami, FL | 6.7 mi | (305) 463-1600 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Southern Florida | Miami, FL | 10 mi | (305) 762-3883 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 172 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
Nursing homes near Coral Gables (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Health Resort | Coral Gables, FL | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 223 | (786) 517-6999 |
| West Gables Health Care Center | Miami, FL | 5.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (305) 265-9391 |
| Harmony Health Center | Miami, FL | 5.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 203 | (305) 271-6311 |
| Coral Gables Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Miami, FL | 6.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 87 | (305) 261-1363 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Coral Gables. 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 Coral Gables
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $9,577 monthly median income of Coral Gables households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Coral Gables: common questions
Which hospices serve Coral Gables?
Medicare lists 4 hospices for Coral Gables ZIP codes, including Opus Care Of South Florida, Continuum Care Of Miami Dade LLC, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Southern Florida.
How much does respite care cost in Coral Gables?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $9,577 monthly median income of Coral Gables households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Coral Gables. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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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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