Respite Care in Del Rio, TX
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Respite Care in Del Rio, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Del Rio 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 2,453 Del Rio residents aged 65 or older report a disability (49%) (47% in Val Verde County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 17 hospices serving Del Rio ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Del Rio compared with Val Verde County and Texas
| Census figure | Del Rio | Val Verde County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 49% | 47% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 30% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 14% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.7% | 2.0% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 26% | 26% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.8% | 5.9% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $33,662 | $36,941 | — |
Older residents in towns around Del Rio
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Val Verde Park, TX | 3.1 mi | 179 | 41% |
| Elm Creek, TX | 47 mi | 345 | 56% |
| Eagle Pass, TX | 52 mi | 3,466 | 44% |
| Eidson Road, TX | 54 mi | 1,398 | 32% |
| Chula Vista, TX | 57 mi | 576 | 48% |
| Rosita, TX | 58 mi | 369 | 53% |
Hospices serving Del Rio
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Hospice Of Del Rio LLC | Del Rio, TX | 2.7 mi | (830) 775-7104 |
| Eagle Pass Hospice And Palliative Care LLC | Eagle Pass, TX | 52 mi | (830) 213-8122 |
| Maverick Hospice Care | Eagle Pass, TX | 52 mi | (830) 757-1362 |
| Haven Hospice | Eagle Pass, TX | 52 mi | (830) 757-0966 |
| American Medical Hospice & Palliative Care | San Antonio, TX | 139 mi | (210) 812-5709 |
Nursing homes near Del Rio (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val Verde Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Del Rio, TX | 0.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 76 | (830) 775-7477 |
| Del Rio Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Del Rio, TX | 1.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (830) 775-2459 |
| La Vida Serena Nursing And Rehabilitation | Del Rio, TX | 3.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (830) 774-0698 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Del Rio. 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 Del Rio
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $2,805 monthly median income of Del Rio households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family 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 Del Rio: common questions
Which hospices serve Del Rio?
Medicare lists 17 hospices for Del Rio ZIP codes, including Superior Hospice Of Del Rio LLC, Eagle Pass Hospice And Palliative Care LLC, Maverick Hospice Care.
How much does respite care cost in Del Rio?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $2,805 monthly median income of Del Rio households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Del Rio. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver covers Texas.
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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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