Respite Care in Highland Lakes, AL
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Respite Care in Highland Lakes, AL: the local picture
Most older adults in Highland Lakes live with someone: 83% 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 404 Highland Lakes residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (30% in Shelby County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 19 hospices serving Highland Lakes ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Highland Lakes compared with Shelby County and Alabama
| Census figure | Highland Lakes | Shelby County | Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 30% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 23% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.9% | 8.2% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.9% | 2.5% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $119,219 | $69,559 | — |
Older residents in towns around Highland Lakes
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Point, AL | 1.7 mi | 568 | 32% |
| Meadowbrook, AL | 3.3 mi | 1,162 | 22% |
| Brook Highland, AL | 3.5 mi | 1,161 | 22% |
| Chelsea, AL | 6.2 mi | 2,538 | 24% |
| Indian Springs Village, AL | 6.2 mi | 723 | 33% |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 6.9 mi | 7,394 | 38% |
Hospices serving Highland Lakes
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | 6.8 mi | (205) 437-8655 |
| Gentiva Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | 6.8 mi | (205) 870-4340 |
| Acg Hospice-Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | 6.8 mi | (205) 349-3065 |
| Aveanna Hospice Of Pelham | Pelham, AL | 10 mi | (205) 663-6887 |
| Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham | Homewood, AL | 10 mi | (205) 868-9221 |
Nursing homes near Highland Lakes (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Physical Recovery Center At Cahaba River | Vestavia, AL | 5.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (205) 977-7216 |
| Diversicare Of Riverchase | Birmingham, AL | 8.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 132 | (205) 987-0901 |
| Elite Nursing And Rehabilitation Care Center | Birmingham, AL | 8.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 143 | (205) 870-5666 |
| South Haven Health And Rehabilitation, LLC | Birmingham, AL | 9.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 101 | (205) 822-1580 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Highland Lakes. 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 Highland Lakes
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $9,935 monthly median income of Highland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Highland Lakes: common questions
Which hospices serve Highland Lakes?
Medicare lists 19 hospices for Highland Lakes ZIP codes, including Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham, Gentiva Birmingham, Acg Hospice-Birmingham.
How much does respite care cost in Highland Lakes?
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $9,935 monthly median income of Highland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Highland Lakes. 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 Alabama.
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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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