Respite Care in Grant-Valkaria, FL
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Respite Care in Grant-Valkaria, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Grant-Valkaria live with someone: 95% 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 696 Grant-Valkaria residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (33% in Brevard County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 5 hospices serving Grant-Valkaria ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Grant-Valkaria compared with Brevard County and Florida
| Census figure | Grant-Valkaria | Brevard County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 5.4% | 26% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 41% | 24% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.7% | 8.1% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.9% | 4.9% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $92,852 | $58,980 | — |
Older residents in towns around Grant-Valkaria
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malabar, FL | 3.8 mi | 590 | 24% |
| Palm Bay, FL | 6.2 mi | 24,719 | 37% |
| Micco, FL | 6.3 mi | 5,460 | 33% |
| Melbourne Beach, FL | 9.2 mi | 986 | 16% |
| West Melbourne, FL | 9.8 mi | 5,451 | 40% |
| Indialantic, FL | 10 mi | 769 | 15% |
Hospices serving Grant-Valkaria
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Hospice Of Brevard | Melbourne, FL | 9.9 mi | (321) 549-0275 |
| Hospice Of Health First Inc | West Melbourne, FL | 12 mi | (321) 434-1744 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 16 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
| Mederi Caretenders Hospice | Viera, FL | 20 mi | (321) 253-2222 |
| St. Francis Hospice | Titusville, FL | 47 mi | (321) 269-4240 |
Nursing homes near Grant-Valkaria (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Palm Bay | Palm Bay, FL | 5.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 141 | (321) 952-1818 |
| Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center | Palm Bay, FL | 6.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (321) 723-1235 |
| Aviata At Palm Bay | Palm Bay, FL | 6.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (321) 722-0660 |
| Atlantic Shores Nursing And Rehab Center | Melbourne, FL | 8.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (321) 953-2219 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Grant-Valkaria. 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 Grant-Valkaria
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 18% of the $7,738 monthly median income of Grant-Valkaria 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 Grant-Valkaria: common questions
Which hospices serve Grant-Valkaria?
Medicare lists 5 hospices for Grant-Valkaria ZIP codes, including Amedisys Hospice Of Brevard, Hospice Of Health First Inc, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida.
How much does respite care cost in Grant-Valkaria?
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 18% of the $7,738 monthly median income of Grant-Valkaria 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 Grant-Valkaria. 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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