Respite Care in Crystal City, MO
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Respite Care in Crystal City, MO: the local picture
Most older adults in Crystal City 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 288 Crystal City residents aged 65 or older report a disability (36%) (34% in Jefferson County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 13 hospices serving Crystal City ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Crystal City compared with Jefferson County and Missouri
| Census figure | Crystal City | Jefferson County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 24% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.0% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 9.3% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 3.7% | 6.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,516 | $57,683 | — |
Older residents in towns around Crystal City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festus, MO | 1.5 mi | 2,090 | 43% |
| Herculaneum, MO | 2.5 mi | 814 | 33% |
| Pevely, MO | 4.6 mi | 811 | 38% |
| Barnhart, MO | 8.0 mi | 659 | 38% |
| Imperial, MO | 9.0 mi | 649 | 37% |
| Hillsboro, MO | 10 mi | 393 | 36% |
Hospices serving Crystal City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Hospice, LLC | Fenton, MO | 20 mi | (636) 343-3839 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Missouri | Saint Louis, MO | 22 mi | (314) 909-6200 |
| Serenity Hospicecare | Park Hills, MO | 26 mi | (573) 431-0162 |
| Medi-Plex Hospice, LLC | Saint Louis, MO | 28 mi | (314) 993-5580 |
| Bjc Hospice | Saint Louis, MO | 30 mi | (314) 872-5050 |
Nursing homes near Crystal City (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountainbleau Nursing Center | Festus, MO | 1.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 116 | (636) 937-3500 |
| Crystal Oaks | Festus, MO | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 131 | (636) 933-1818 |
| Scenic Wellness And Rehabilitation Center | Herculaneum, MO | 2.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 189 | (636) 931-2995 |
| Superior Manor Of Festus, LLC | Festus, MO | 3.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 55 | (314) 624-5575 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Crystal City. 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 Crystal City
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 34% of the $4,043 monthly median income of Crystal City 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 Crystal City: common questions
Which hospices serve Crystal City?
Medicare lists 13 hospices for Crystal City ZIP codes, including Alternative Hospice, LLC, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Missouri, Serenity Hospicecare.
How much does respite care cost in Crystal City?
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 34% of the $4,043 monthly median income of Crystal City 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 Crystal City. 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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