Respite Care in Hopedale, MA: Breaks for Family Caregivers

Local figures

Respite Care in Hopedale, MA: the local picture

915

residents 65 or older (21% of Hopedale)

65%

of residents 65+ in households live with someone, often a family caregiver

50%

of residents 65+ report a disability (32% in Worcester County)

12

Medicare-certified hospices serve Hopedale ZIP codes

Most older adults in Hopedale live with someone: 65% 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 456 Hopedale residents aged 65 or older report a disability (50%) (32% in Worcester County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.

Medicare lists 12 hospices serving Hopedale ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.

Hopedale compared with Worcester County and Massachusetts

Census figure	Hopedale	Worcester County	Massachusetts
Residents 65+ with a disability	50%	32%	30%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	35%	27%	29%
Residents 65 or older	21%	17%	18%
Residents 85 or older	1.9%	1.9%	2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	7.4%	10%	11%
Households with no vehicle	10%	8.3%	12%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$52,348	$61,599	—

Older residents in towns around Hopedale

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Milford, MA	2.0 mi	5,086	24%
Bellingham, MA	3.9 mi	992	35%
Upton, MA	5.3 mi	649	31%
Whitinsville, MA	6.8 mi	1,169	21%
Hopkinton, MA	6.9 mi	484	40%
Franklin Town, MA	7.3 mi	4,872	23%

Hospices serving Hopedale

Hospice	Office	Distance	Phone
Preferred Peaceful Transitions Home Health Care Inc	Milford, MA	1.8 mi	(506) 473-0404
Vna & Hospice Of Greater Milford	Milford, MA	1.8 mi	(508) 473-0862
Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Compan	Marlboro, MA	16 mi	(508) 383-7000
Faith And Family Hospice	Marlborough, MA	16 mi	(774) 405-3326
Compassus - Greater Western Massachusetts	Auburn, MA	16 mi	(508) 845-2379

Nursing homes near Hopedale (ask about short stays)

Nursing home	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Certified beds	Phone
Blaire House Of Milford	Milford, MA	1.4 mi	1 of 5	73	(508) 473-1272
Countryside Health Care Of Milford	Milford, MA	1.9 mi	4 of 5	109	(508) 473-0435
Oc Milford Gardens LLC	Milford, MA	2.4 mi	1 of 5	135	(508) 473-6414
Adviniacare At Northbridge	Northbridge, MA	6.1 mi	3 of 5	154	(508) 234-9771

Straight-line miles from the center of Hopedale. 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 Hopedale

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,362 monthly median income of Hopedale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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.

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Respite Care in Hopedale: common questions

Which hospices serve Hopedale?

Medicare lists 12 hospices for Hopedale ZIP codes, including Preferred Peaceful Transitions Home Health Care Inc, Vna & Hospice Of Greater Milford, Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Compan.

How much does respite care cost in Hopedale?

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,362 monthly median income of Hopedale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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 Hopedale. 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 Massachusetts.

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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.

Respite Care in Hopedale, MA