Respite Care in Federal Heights, CO
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Respite Care in Federal Heights, CO: the local picture
Most older adults in Federal Heights live with someone: 72% 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 771 Federal Heights residents aged 65 or older report a disability (47%) (36% in Adams County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 32 hospices serving Federal Heights ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Federal Heights compared with Adams County and Colorado
| Census figure | Federal Heights | Adams County | Colorado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 36% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 11% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 21% | 9.9% | 8.4% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.6% | 4.7% | 5.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $51,696 | $64,514 | — |
Older residents in towns around Federal Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw Heights, CO | 1.4 mi | 781 | 50% |
| Sherrelwood, CO | 2.0 mi | 1,923 | 47% |
| Westminster, CO | 2.7 mi | 17,505 | 33% |
| Twin Lakes, CO | 3.0 mi | 1,077 | 35% |
| Welby, CO | 3.1 mi | 1,511 | 34% |
| Northglenn, CO | 3.7 mi | 5,009 | 44% |
Hospices serving Federal Heights
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Colorado | Westminster, CO | 1.2 mi | (720) 504-1309 |
| Choice Hospice | Westminster, CO | 3.2 mi | (303) 424-8000 |
| Elevation Hospice Of Colorado | Arvada, CO | 3.7 mi | (720) 608-2181 |
| Gracia Hospice Group Inc | Arvada, CO | 3.7 mi | (720) 531-3172 |
| Compassionate Hospice Care LLC | Broomfield, CO | 4.8 mi | (303) 465-0944 |
Nursing homes near Federal Heights (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Care Center | Thornton, CO | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 101 | (303) 452-6101 |
| Clear Creek Care Center | Westminster, CO | 2.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 80 | (303) 427-7101 |
| Life Care Center Of Westminster | Westminster, CO | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (303) 412-9121 |
| Park Forest Care Center LLC | Westminster, CO | 3.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 103 | (303) 427-7045 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Federal Heights. 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 Federal Heights
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,308 monthly median income of Federal Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Federal Heights: common questions
Which hospices serve Federal Heights?
Medicare lists 32 hospices for Federal Heights ZIP codes, including Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Colorado, Choice Hospice, Elevation Hospice Of Colorado.
How much does respite care cost in Federal Heights?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,308 monthly median income of Federal Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Federal Heights. 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 Colorado.
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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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