Respite Care in Ferrysburg, MI
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Ferrysburg for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Ferrysburg, MI: the local picture
Most older adults in Ferrysburg live with someone: 79% 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 238 Ferrysburg residents aged 65 or older report a disability (24%) (27% in Ottawa County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving Ferrysburg ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Ferrysburg compared with Ottawa County and Michigan
| Census figure | Ferrysburg | Ottawa County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 23% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 34% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.1% | 6.3% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.6% | 3.7% | 7.0% |
Older residents in towns around Ferrysburg
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Lake, MI | 1.9 mi | 743 | 13% |
| Grand Haven, MI | 2.3 mi | 3,143 | 38% |
| Norton Shores, MI | 5.7 mi | 5,742 | 29% |
| Muskegon Heights, MI | 7.9 mi | 1,325 | 49% |
| Roosevelt Park, MI | 8.0 mi | 699 | 39% |
| Muskegon, MI | 9.7 mi | 5,524 | 37% |
Hospices serving Ferrysburg
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care - West Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | 32 mi | (616) 391-4200 |
Nursing homes near Ferrysburg (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heartwood Lodge Trinity Health | Spring Lake, MI | 0.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 84 | (616) 842-0770 |
| Medilodge At The Shore | Grand Haven, MI | 2.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 126 | (616) 846-1850 |
| Riverside Nursing Centre | Grand Haven, MI | 2.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 34 | (616) 842-4120 |
| Roosevelt Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Communit | Muskegon, MI | 8.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 39 | (231) 755-2221 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ferrysburg. 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 Ferrysburg
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Ferrysburg: common questions
Which hospices serve Ferrysburg?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for Ferrysburg ZIP codes, including Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care - West Michigan.
How much does respite care cost in Ferrysburg?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Ferrysburg. 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 Michigan.
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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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