Respite Care in Glen Ellyn, IL
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Respite Care in Glen Ellyn, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Glen Ellyn live with someone: 71% 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 1,448 Glen Ellyn residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (26% in DuPage County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 38 hospices serving Glen Ellyn ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Glen Ellyn compared with DuPage County and Illinois
| Census figure | Glen Ellyn | DuPage County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 26% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.1% | 7.4% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.6% | 4.6% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $92,871 | $77,810 | — |
Older residents in towns around Glen Ellyn
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton, IL | 2.4 mi | 9,360 | 22% |
| Lombard, IL | 2.5 mi | 7,465 | 28% |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 3.7 mi | 4,228 | 28% |
| Villa Park, IL | 4.5 mi | 3,291 | 37% |
| Winfield, IL | 4.7 mi | 2,211 | 20% |
| Oakbrook Terrace, IL | 4.9 mi | 533 | 19% |
Hospices serving Glen Ellyn
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anodyne Palliative Services, LLC | Glen Ellyn, IL | 0.1 mi | (630) 463-9032 |
| Traditions Health | Lisle, IL | 2.3 mi | (630) 682-3871 |
| St Croix Hospice Lombard | Lombard, IL | 2.4 mi | (630) 748-3652 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Illinois | Lombard, IL | 2.4 mi | (630) 495-8484 |
| Serenity One Hospice And Palliative Care LLC | Lombard, IL | 2.4 mi | (630) 953-2019 |
Nursing homes near Glen Ellyn (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Terra Lombard | Lombard, IL | 2.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 224 | (630) 495-4000 |
| Beacon Hill | Lombard, IL | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 45 | (630) 620-5850 |
| Wheaton Village Nrsg & Rhb Ctr | Wheaton, IL | 3.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (630) 668-2500 |
| The Pearl Of Downers Grove | Downers Grove, IL | 3.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 145 | (630) 969-2900 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Glen Ellyn. 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 Glen Ellyn
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 20% of the $7,739 monthly median income of Glen Ellyn 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.
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Respite Care in Glen Ellyn: common questions
Which hospices serve Glen Ellyn?
Medicare lists 38 hospices for Glen Ellyn ZIP codes, including Anodyne Palliative Services, LLC, Traditions Health, St Croix Hospice Lombard.
How much does respite care cost in Glen Ellyn?
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 20% of the $7,739 monthly median income of Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn. 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.
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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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