Respite Care in Kennett Square, PA
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Respite Care in Kennett Square, PA: the local picture
Most older adults in Kennett Square live with someone: 59% 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 239 Kennett Square residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (23% in Chester County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 15 hospices serving Kennett Square ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Kennett Square compared with Chester County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Kennett Square | Chester County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 23% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 23% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.1% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.0% | 4.3% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,056 | $84,884 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kennett Square
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hockessin, DE | 4.4 mi | 3,560 | 29% |
| North Star, DE | 6.4 mi | 1,779 | 24% |
| West Grove, PA | 6.4 mi | 331 | 22% |
| Pike Creek, DE | 6.6 mi | 1,419 | 24% |
| Greenville, DE | 7.4 mi | 988 | 16% |
| Pike Creek Valley, DE | 7.9 mi | 2,169 | 22% |
Hospices serving Kennett Square
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Tree Hospice | Kennett Square, PA | 1.0 mi | (610) 444-8733 |
| Heartland Hospice (Chadds Ford) | Chadds Ford, PA | 6.7 mi | (484) 840-0811 |
| Brandywine River Valley Hospice | West Grove, PA | 6.8 mi | (610) 998-1700 |
| Delaware Hospice, Inc. | Glen Mills, PA | 12 mi | (484) 259-0017 |
| Aseracare Hospice | Exton, PA | 15 mi | (610) 321-2701 |
Nursing homes near Kennett Square (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal At Longwood | Kennett Square, PA | 1.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 53 | (610) 388-7001 |
| Crosslands | Kennett Square, PA | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (610) 388-1441 |
| Pocopson Home | West Chester, PA | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 275 | (610) 793-1212 |
| Complete Care At Brackenville LLC | Hockessin, DE | 5.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 104 | (302) 234-5420 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kennett Square. 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 Kennett Square
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $3,588 monthly median income of Kennett Square households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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 Kennett Square: common questions
Which hospices serve Kennett Square?
Medicare lists 15 hospices for Kennett Square ZIP codes, including Willow Tree Hospice, Heartland Hospice (Chadds Ford), Brandywine River Valley Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Kennett Square?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $3,588 monthly median income of Kennett Square households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Kennett Square. 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 Pennsylvania.
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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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