Respite Care in Creve Coeur, MO
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Respite Care in Creve Coeur, MO: the local picture
Most older adults in Creve Coeur live with someone: 68% 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 1,031 Creve Coeur residents aged 65 or older report a disability (23%) (28% in St. Louis County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 26 hospices serving Creve Coeur ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Creve Coeur compared with St. Louis County and Missouri
| Census figure | Creve Coeur | St. Louis County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 28% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.8% | 2.4% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.6% | 8.2% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.7% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $103,833 | $63,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around Creve Coeur
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontenac, MO | 2.6 mi | 684 | 17% |
| Town and Country, MO | 2.8 mi | 3,421 | 24% |
| Olivette, MO | 3.6 mi | 1,657 | 11% |
| Ladue, MO | 3.6 mi | 2,133 | 17% |
| Maryland Heights, MO | 4.1 mi | 3,659 | 27% |
| Des Peres, MO | 4.4 mi | 2,096 | 13% |
Hospices serving Creve Coeur
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bjc Hospice | Saint Louis, MO | 0.7 mi | (314) 872-5050 |
| Heartland Hospice (St Louis) | Saint Louis, MO | 0.7 mi | (314) 453-0990 |
| Three Oaks Hospice | Creve Coeur, MO | 0.7 mi | (314) 794-4300 |
| Bethesda Hospice Care | Saint Louis, MO | 0.7 mi | (314) 446-0623 |
| Crown Hospice Of St Louis, Inc | Creve Coeur, MO | 0.7 mi | (314) 918-5354 |
Nursing homes near Creve Coeur (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation | Creve Coeur, MO | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 148 | (314) 434-5900 |
| Creve Coeur Manor | Saint Louis, MO | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 149 | (314) 434-8361 |
| Brooking Park | Chesterfield, MO | 3.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 49 | (314) 576-5545 |
| River Crossing Rehab And Healthcare Center | Saint Louis, MO | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (314) 991-4066 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Creve Coeur. 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 Creve Coeur
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $8,653 monthly median income of Creve Coeur households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
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 Creve Coeur: common questions
Which hospices serve Creve Coeur?
Medicare lists 26 hospices for Creve Coeur ZIP codes, including Bjc Hospice, Heartland Hospice (St Louis), Three Oaks Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Creve Coeur?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $8,653 monthly median income of Creve Coeur households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Creve Coeur. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver covers Missouri.
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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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