Respite Care in Eastlawn Gardens, PA
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Respite Care in Eastlawn Gardens, PA: the local picture
Most older adults in Eastlawn Gardens live with someone: 82% 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 145 Eastlawn Gardens residents aged 65 or older report a disability (19%) (28% in Northampton County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 5 hospices serving Eastlawn Gardens ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Eastlawn Gardens compared with Northampton County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Eastlawn Gardens | Northampton County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 19% | 28% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 7.0% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.5% | 6.5% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $84,342 | $62,530 | — |
Older residents in towns around Eastlawn Gardens
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nazareth, PA | 1.6 mi | 1,551 | 36% |
| Palmer Heights, PA | 4.2 mi | 1,142 | 29% |
| Chestnut Hill, PA | 4.4 mi | 1,446 | 19% |
| Wilson, PA | 4.9 mi | 1,117 | 33% |
| Easton, PA | 5.5 mi | 3,303 | 32% |
| Bath, PA | 5.7 mi | 456 | 32% |
Hospices serving Eastlawn Gardens
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advantage Home Health And Hospice | Bethlehem, PA | 10 mi | (888) 264-3501 |
| St Luke's Hospice | Bethlehem, PA | 11 mi | (484) 526-1100 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospice | Allentown, PA | 15 mi | (610) 402-7800 |
| Aseracare Hospice | Allentown, PA | 21 mi | (610) 336-0711 |
| Compassus - Allentown | Allentown, PA | 21 mi | (610) 336-8000 |
Nursing homes near Eastlawn Gardens (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Hall Square Health And Wellness Center | Nazareth, PA | 1.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 61 | (610) 746-1000 |
| Northampton County-Gracedale | Nazareth, PA | 2.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 688 | (610) 746-1900 |
| Easton Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Easton, PA | 4.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 227 | (610) 250-0150 |
| New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Easton, PA | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 97 | (610) 258-2801 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Eastlawn Gardens. 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 Eastlawn Gardens
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $7,029 monthly median income of Eastlawn Gardens households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 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 Eastlawn Gardens: common questions
Which hospices serve Eastlawn Gardens?
Medicare lists 5 hospices for Eastlawn Gardens ZIP codes, including Advantage Home Health And Hospice, St Luke's Hospice, Lehigh Valley Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Eastlawn Gardens?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $7,029 monthly median income of Eastlawn Gardens households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 Eastlawn Gardens. 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 Pennsylvania.
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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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