Respite Care in Downers Grove, IL
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Respite Care in Downers Grove, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Downers Grove 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 2,184 Downers Grove residents aged 65 or older report a disability (21%) (26% in DuPage County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 42 hospices serving Downers Grove ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Downers Grove compared with DuPage County and Illinois
| Census figure | Downers Grove | DuPage County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 26% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.3% | 7.4% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.4% | 4.6% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,586 | $77,810 | — |
Older residents in towns around Downers Grove
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmont, IL | 2.5 mi | 5,287 | 23% |
| Clarendon Hills, IL | 3.3 mi | 1,180 | 21% |
| Lisle, IL | 3.4 mi | 3,500 | 31% |
| Darien, IL | 4.0 mi | 5,324 | 25% |
| Woodridge, IL | 4.2 mi | 4,661 | 29% |
| Willowbrook, IL | 4.5 mi | 2,428 | 20% |
Hospices serving Downers Grove
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curewell Hospice And Palliative Care LLC | Downers Grove, IL | 0.7 mi | (630) 506-5553 |
| Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc | Westmont, IL | 2.8 mi | (630) 601-1280 |
| Residential Hospice LLC | Lisle, IL | 3.5 mi | (886) 902-5854 |
| First Health Hospice LLC | Oak Brook, IL | 4.1 mi | (561) 234-7084 |
| Loyola Medicine Hospice | Oak Brook, IL | 4.1 mi | (630) 861-5165 |
Nursing homes near Downers Grove (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl Of Downers Grove | Downers Grove, IL | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 145 | (630) 969-2900 |
| Burgess Square Healthcare Ctr | Westmont, IL | 2.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 203 | (630) 971-2645 |
| Oak Trace | Downers Grove, IL | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 104 | (630) 769-6200 |
| Bria Of Westmont | Westmont, IL | 3.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 215 | (630) 960-2026 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Downers Grove. 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 Downers Grove
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,549 monthly median income of Downers Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 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 Downers Grove: common questions
Which hospices serve Downers Grove?
Medicare lists 42 hospices for Downers Grove ZIP codes, including Curewell Hospice And Palliative Care LLC, Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc, Residential Hospice LLC.
How much does respite care cost in Downers Grove?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,549 monthly median income of Downers Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Downers Grove. 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 Illinois.
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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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