Respite Care in Horizon West, FL
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Respite Care in Horizon West, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Horizon West live with someone: 88% 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 1,734 Horizon West residents aged 65 or older report a disability (33%) (33% in Orange County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 7 hospices serving Horizon West ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Horizon West compared with Orange County and Florida
| Census figure | Horizon West | Orange County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 12% | 21% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.9% | 13% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 1.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.2% | 13% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 5.7% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $93,077 | $57,429 | — |
Older residents in towns around Horizon West
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Butler, FL | 5.6 mi | 2,145 | 20% |
| Bay Hill, FL | 6.2 mi | 1,142 | 18% |
| Windermere, FL | 6.4 mi | 712 | 9.8% |
| Winter Garden, FL | 7.0 mi | 6,622 | 27% |
| Doctor Phillips, FL | 7.5 mi | 3,040 | 27% |
| Four Corners, FL | 7.7 mi | 8,091 | 37% |
Hospices serving Horizon West
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | Orlando, FL | 20 mi | (407) 514-1300 |
| Adventhealth Hospice Care Central Florida | Altamonte Springs, FL | 20 mi | (407) 682-0808 |
| Hospice Of Lake & Sumter Inc | Tavares, FL | 26 mi | (352) 343-1341 |
| Good Shepherd Hospice | Lakeland, FL | 33 mi | (863) 682-0067 |
| Compassionate Care Hospice Of Lake And Sumter Inc | The Villages, FL | 39 mi | (352) 415-0778 |
Nursing homes near Horizon West (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviata At Colonial Lakes | Winter Garden, FL | 7.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 180 | (407) 877-2394 |
| Winter Garden Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Winter Garden, FL | 8.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (407) 877-6636 |
| Vivo Healthcare West Orange | Ocoee, FL | 8.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (407) 877-2272 |
| Health Central Park | Winter Garden, FL | 9.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 218 | (407) 296-1600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Horizon West. 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 Horizon West
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 $7,756 monthly median income of Horizon West 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 Horizon West: common questions
Which hospices serve Horizon West?
Medicare lists 7 hospices for Horizon West ZIP codes, including Gentiva, Adventhealth Hospice Care Central Florida, Hospice Of Lake & Sumter Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Horizon West?
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 $7,756 monthly median income of Horizon West 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 Horizon West. 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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