Respite Care in Ferry Pass, FL
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Respite Care in Ferry Pass, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Ferry Pass live with someone: 65% 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 2,158 Ferry Pass residents aged 65 or older report a disability (41%) (39% in Escambia County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 6 hospices serving Ferry Pass ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Ferry Pass compared with Escambia County and Florida
| Census figure | Ferry Pass | Escambia County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 39% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.7% | 2.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 11% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $51,940 | $56,984 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ferry Pass
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent, FL | 5.1 mi | 2,869 | 46% |
| Ensley, FL | 5.1 mi | 4,016 | 42% |
| Pensacola, FL | 5.5 mi | 11,507 | 39% |
| Goulding, FL | 6.2 mi | 626 | 59% |
| Pace, FL | 6.7 mi | 5,080 | 37% |
| Pea Ridge, FL | 7.5 mi | 580 | 40% |
Hospices serving Ferry Pass
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentiva I | Pensacola, FL | 2.3 mi | (704) 662-1761 |
| Peoples Hospice And Palliative Care Of Florida LLC | Pensacola, FL | 7.2 mi | (850) 378-5618 |
| Emerald Coast Hospice | Panama City, FL | 93 mi | (850) 769-0055 |
| Vitas Healthcare Of Dothan | Dothan, AL | 116 mi | (334) 794-7847 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Tallahassee, FL | 176 mi | (850) 575-4998 |
Nursing homes near Ferry Pass (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Pensacola | Pensacola, FL | 1.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (850) 494-2527 |
| Aviata At University Hills | Pensacola, FL | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (850) 474-0570 |
| Willowbrooke Court At Azalea Trace | Pensacola, FL | 2.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 24 | (850) 478-5200 |
| Arcadia Health And Rehabilitation Center | Pensacola, FL | 2.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 170 | (850) 479-4000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ferry Pass. 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 Ferry Pass
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,328 monthly median income of Ferry Pass households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Ferry Pass: common questions
Which hospices serve Ferry Pass?
Medicare lists 6 hospices for Ferry Pass ZIP codes, including Gentiva I, Peoples Hospice And Palliative Care Of Florida LLC, Emerald Coast Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Ferry Pass?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,328 monthly median income of Ferry Pass households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Ferry Pass. 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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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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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