Respite Care in Lake Dallas, TX
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Respite Care in Lake Dallas, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Lake Dallas live with someone: 78% 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 453 Lake Dallas residents aged 65 or older report a disability (38%) (28% in Denton County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 38 hospices serving Lake Dallas ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Lake Dallas compared with Denton County and Texas
| Census figure | Lake Dallas | Denton County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 28% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 21% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 6.7% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.0% | 3.5% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,313 | $78,360 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake Dallas
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Creek, TX | 1.4 mi | 643 | 21% |
| Shady Shores, TX | 2.5 mi | 553 | 25% |
| Corinth, TX | 3.0 mi | 3,135 | 30% |
| Highland Village, TX | 3.5 mi | 2,702 | 21% |
| Oak Point, TX | 3.6 mi | 767 | 29% |
| Copper Canyon, TX | 4.8 mi | 588 | 22% |
Hospices serving Lake Dallas
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Hands Hospice-Denton | Hickory Creek, TX | 0.4 mi | (972) 848-3572 |
| Aspen Hospice Care Inc | Lewisville, TX | 5.3 mi | (972) 316-2035 |
| Arcy Hospice | Flower Mound, TX | 6.9 mi | (469) 293-1515 |
| Mercy Hospice, Ltd | Flower Mound, TX | 6.9 mi | (972) 459-9992 |
| Harris Hospice Inc | Lewisville, TX | 7.7 mi | (972) 353-0800 |
Nursing homes near Lake Dallas (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corinth Rehabilitation Suites On The Parkway | Corinth, TX | 2.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 134 | (940) 270-3400 |
| Lake Village Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Lewisville, TX | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 112 | (972) 436-7571 |
| Denton Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Denton, TX | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 94 | (940) 387-8508 |
| Rambling Oaks Courtyard Extensive Care Community | Highland Village, TX | 4.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 70 | (972) 317-1174 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake Dallas. 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 Lake Dallas
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $5,026 monthly median income of Lake Dallas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Lake Dallas: common questions
Which hospices serve Lake Dallas?
Medicare lists 38 hospices for Lake Dallas ZIP codes, including Angel Hands Hospice-Denton, Aspen Hospice Care Inc, Arcy Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Lake Dallas?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $5,026 monthly median income of Lake Dallas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 Lake Dallas. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver covers Texas.
More senior care near Lake Dallas
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Hickory Creek, TX
- Respite Care in Shady Shores, TX
- Respite Care in Corinth, TX
- Respite Care in Highland Village, TX
- Respite Care in Oak Point, TX
- Respite Care in Copper Canyon, TX
- Respite Care in Lewisville, TX
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- Overnight Caregivers in Lake Dallas
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- Parkinson’s Care in Lake Dallas
- Stroke Recovery Support in Lake Dallas
- Disability Care for Adults in Lake Dallas
- Hospice Support in Lake Dallas
- Senior Meal Preparation in Lake Dallas
- Senior Housekeeping in Lake Dallas
- Medication Reminders in Lake Dallas
- Veterans’ Home Care in Lake Dallas
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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