Hazel Dell, Washington

Respite Care in Hazel Dell, WA

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Local figures

Respite Care in Hazel Dell, WA: the local picture

3,479
residents 65 or older (15% of Hazel Dell)
69%
of residents 65+ in households live with someone, often a family caregiver
34%
of residents 65+ report a disability (33% in Clark County)
10
Medicare-certified hospices serve Hazel Dell ZIP codes

Most older adults in Hazel Dell live with someone: 69% 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 1,165 Hazel Dell residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (33% in Clark County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.

Medicare lists 10 hospices serving Hazel Dell ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.

Hazel Dell compared with Clark County and Washington

Census figureHazel DellClark CountyWashington
Residents 65+ with a disability34%33%33%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone31%24%26%
Residents 65 or older15%17%17%
Residents 85 or older2.0%1.7%1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)7.5%7.8%8.9%
Households with no vehicle5.7%4.7%7.1%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$59,659$70,788—

Older residents in towns around Hazel Dell

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Lake Shore, WA2.0 mi1,39034%
Salmon Creek, WA2.0 mi4,41530%
Minnehaha, WA2.4 mi1,77827%
Barberton, WA3.0 mi1,67032%
Felida, WA3.7 mi1,77425%
Mount Vista, WA4.0 mi2,30726%

Hospices serving Hazel Dell

HospiceOfficeDistancePhone
Peacehealth Southwest HospiceVancouver, WA3.1 mi(360) 696-5100
Providence HospicePortland, OR10 mi(503) 215-2273
Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services HospicePortland, OR11 mi(503) 499-5200
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of OregonPortland, OR13 mi(503) 265-6600
Tenderly HospiceTigard, OR18 mi(971) 373-9429

Nursing homes near Hazel Dell (ask about short stays)

Nursing homeTownDistanceCMS overall ratingCertified bedsPhone
Bridge Crest Post AcuteVancouver, WA1.7 mi2 of 589(360) 693-1474
The Oaks At TimberlineVancouver, WA2.7 mi5 of 585(360) 696-2561
Salmon Creek Post Acute & RehabilitationVancouver, WA2.8 mi3 of 5120(360) 574-5247
Vancouver Specialty And Rehab CareVancouver, WA4.8 mi4 of 5104(360) 694-7501

Straight-line miles from the center of Hazel Dell. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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
Cost

What respite care costs in Hazel Dell

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $4,972 monthly median income of Hazel Dell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

Before you hire

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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Questions

Respite Care in Hazel Dell: common questions

Which hospices serve Hazel Dell?

Medicare lists 10 hospices for Hazel Dell ZIP codes, including Peacehealth Southwest Hospice, Providence Hospice, Kaiser Permanente Continuing Care Services Hospice.

How much does respite care cost in Hazel Dell?

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $4,972 monthly median income of Hazel Dell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Hazel Dell. 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 Washington.

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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