Respite Care in Fox Lake, IL
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 Fox Lake for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Fox Lake, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Fox Lake live with someone: 62% 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 827 Fox Lake residents aged 65 or older report a disability (36%) (28% in McHenry County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 15 hospices serving Fox Lake ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Fox Lake compared with McHenry County and Illinois
| Census figure | Fox Lake | McHenry County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 28% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 6.0% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.4% | 3.5% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,946 | $70,816 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fox Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pistakee Highlands, IL | 2.2 mi | 458 | 23% |
| Spring Grove, IL | 3.3 mi | 968 | 22% |
| Johnsburg, IL | 4.5 mi | 1,496 | 31% |
| Long Lake, IL | 4.8 mi | 298 | 28% |
| Round Lake Heights, IL | 5.0 mi | 189 | 49% |
| Lake Villa, IL | 5.2 mi | 1,102 | 39% |
Hospices serving Fox Lake
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Hospice | Gurnee, IL | 13 mi | (847) 672-9225 |
| Integrated Palliative And Hospice LLC | Libertyville, IL | 16 mi | (847) 549-0588 |
| Hospice Alliance | Pleasant Prairie, WI | 17 mi | (262) 652-4400 |
| Journeycare - Barrington | Barrington, IL | 19 mi | (847) 381-5599 |
| Lifechoice Hospice And Palliative Care | Palatine, IL | 21 mi | (847) 777-8888 |
Nursing homes near Fox Lake (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Retirement Village | Round Lake Beach, IL | 6.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 140 | (847) 546-5300 |
| Village At Victory Lakes, The | Lindenhurst, IL | 7.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (847) 356-5900 |
| Alden Terrace Of Mchenry Rehab | Mchenry, IL | 8.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 316 | (815) 344-2600 |
| Ignite Medical Mchenry | Mchenry, IL | 9.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 84 | (815) 900-2500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fox Lake. 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 Fox Lake
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $4,162 monthly median income of Fox Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Fox Lake: common questions
Which hospices serve Fox Lake?
Medicare lists 15 hospices for Fox Lake ZIP codes, including Star Hospice, Integrated Palliative And Hospice LLC, Hospice Alliance.
How much does respite care cost in Fox Lake?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $4,162 monthly median income of Fox Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Fox Lake. 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 Illinois.
More senior care near Fox Lake
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Pistakee Highlands, IL
- Respite Care in Spring Grove, IL
- Respite Care in Johnsburg, IL
- Respite Care in Long Lake, IL
- Respite Care in Round Lake Heights, IL
- Respite Care in Lake Villa, IL
- Respite Care in Round Lake Beach, IL
- Respite Care in Lakemoor, IL
- Respite Care in Antioch, IL
- Respite Care in Richmond, IL
- Respite Care in Volo, IL
- Respite Care in Twin Lakes, WI
- Respite Care in Round Lake, IL
- Respite Care in Salem Lakes, WI
- Respite Care in Round Lake Park, IL
- Respite Care in Lindenhurst, IL
Other care in Fox Lake
- Companion Care in Fox Lake
- Dementia Care in Fox Lake
- Live-In Caregivers in Fox Lake
- Post-Surgery Care in Fox Lake
- Senior Transportation in Fox Lake
- Home Health Aides in Fox Lake
- Nursing Assistants in Fox Lake
- Personal Care in Fox Lake
- Overnight Caregivers in Fox Lake
- 24-Hour Home Care in Fox Lake
- Mobility Assistance in Fox Lake
- Parkinson’s Care in Fox Lake
- Stroke Recovery Support in Fox Lake
- Disability Care for Adults in Fox Lake
- Hospice Support in Fox Lake
- Senior Meal Preparation in Fox Lake
- Senior Housekeeping in Fox Lake
- Medication Reminders in Fox Lake
- Veterans’ Home Care in Fox Lake
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.
Find respite care in Fox Lake
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Fox Lake can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
