Respite Care in Emerald Lake Hills, CA
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Respite Care in Emerald Lake Hills, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Emerald Lake Hills live with someone: 83% 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 122 Emerald Lake Hills residents aged 65 or older report a disability (16%) (28% in San Mateo County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 34 hospices serving Emerald Lake Hills ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Emerald Lake Hills compared with San Mateo County and California
| Census figure | Emerald Lake Hills | San Mateo County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 16% | 28% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 21% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 18% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.1% | 9.0% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.8% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $175,500 | $103,766 | — |
Older residents in towns around Emerald Lake Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos, CA | 2.3 mi | 4,894 | 21% |
| Woodside, CA | 3.0 mi | 1,211 | 16% |
| North Fair Oaks, CA | 3.5 mi | 1,662 | 35% |
| Atherton, CA | 3.6 mi | 1,793 | 25% |
| Belmont, CA | 3.7 mi | 3,813 | 29% |
| West Menlo Park, CA | 4.0 mi | 476 | 41% |
Hospices serving Emerald Lake Hills
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Hospice Care LLC | Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 mi | (408) 807-1984 |
| Mission Hospice & Home Care, Inc. | San Mateo, CA | 6.8 mi | (650) 554-1000 |
| Sutter Care At Home | San Mateo, CA | 6.8 mi | (650) 685-2830 |
| Helping Hands Home Health Care & Hospice, Inc. | Burlingame, CA | 9.0 mi | (650) 286-9000 |
| Medvista Healthcare, Inc | Burlingame, CA | 9.0 mi | (510) 398-8688 |
Nursing homes near Emerald Lake Hills (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center | Redwood City, CA | 0.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 38 | (650) 366-9503 |
| Belmont Healthcare Center | Belmont, CA | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 74 | (650) 591-9601 |
| Atherton Park Post-Acute | Menlo Park, CA | 4.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 160 | (650) 325-8600 |
| San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF | San Mateo, CA | 4.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 345 | (650) 573-3678 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Emerald Lake Hills. 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 Emerald Lake Hills
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $14,625 monthly median income of Emerald Lake Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Emerald Lake Hills: common questions
Which hospices serve Emerald Lake Hills?
Medicare lists 34 hospices for Emerald Lake Hills ZIP codes, including Universal Hospice Care LLC, Mission Hospice & Home Care, Inc., Sutter Care At Home.
How much does respite care cost in Emerald Lake Hills?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $14,625 monthly median income of Emerald Lake Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Emerald Lake Hills. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave covers California.
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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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