Respite Care in Grafton, ND
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Respite Care in Grafton, ND: the local picture
Most older adults in Grafton live with someone: 56% 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 331 Grafton residents aged 65 or older report a disability (40%) (31% in Walsh County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving Grafton ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Grafton compared with Walsh County and North Dakota
| Census figure | Grafton | Walsh County | North Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 31% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 22% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 6.6% | 4.3% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 7.9% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.7% | 3.2% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $39,527 | $50,794 | — |
Older residents in towns around Grafton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks, ND | 37 mi | 8,315 | 26% |
| East Grand Forks, MN | 38 mi | 1,137 | 33% |
| Crookston, MN | 58 mi | 1,519 | 31% |
| Thief River Falls, MN | 60 mi | 1,733 | 38% |
Hospices serving Grafton
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hia Hospice | Fargo, ND | 115 mi | (701) 356-1500 |
Nursing homes near Grafton (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Sunset Home | Grafton, ND | 0.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 87 | (701) 352-1901 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Park River | Park River, ND | 18 mi | 2 of 5 | 44 | (701) 284-7115 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Grafton. 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 Grafton
At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $3,294 monthly median income of Grafton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Grafton: common questions
Which hospices serve Grafton?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for Grafton ZIP codes, including Hia Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Grafton?
At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $3,294 monthly median income of Grafton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Grafton. 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 North Dakota.
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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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