Respite Care in Hurlburt Field, FL
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Hurlburt Field for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Hurlburt Field, FL: the local picture
About 0 Hurlburt Field residents aged 65 or older report a disability. Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Hurlburt Field compared with Okaloosa County and Florida
| Census figure | Hurlburt Field | Okaloosa County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.7% | 2.6% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.0% | 3.6% | 6.0% |
Older residents in towns around Hurlburt Field
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Esther, FL | 3.7 mi | 875 | 48% |
| Wright, FL | 4.8 mi | 3,854 | 36% |
| Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.8 mi | 4,152 | 40% |
| Ocean City, FL | 6.7 mi | 828 | 35% |
| Lake Lorraine, FL | 9.2 mi | 1,214 | 37% |
| Navarre, FL | 10 mi | 5,405 | 31% |
Nursing homes near Hurlburt Field (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center, LLC | Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (850) 863-2066 |
| Westwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (850) 863-5174 |
| Emerald Coast Center | Fort Walton Beach, FL | 6.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (850) 243-6134 |
| Destination Health And Rehabilitation Center | Destin, FL | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | 119 | (850) 654-4588 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hurlburt Field. 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 Hurlburt Field
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. 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 Hurlburt Field: common questions
How much does respite care cost in Hurlburt Field?
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. 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). 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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