Respite Care in Lake in the Hills, IL
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Respite Care in Lake in the Hills, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Lake in the Hills live with someone: 81% 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 618 Lake in the Hills residents aged 65 or older report a disability (21%) (28% in McHenry County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 22 hospices serving Lake in the Hills ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Lake in the Hills compared with McHenry County and Illinois
| Census figure | Lake in the Hills | McHenry County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 28% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 19% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 10% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.5% | 6.0% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.8% | 3.5% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $85,313 | $70,816 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake in the Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algonquin, IL | 1.4 mi | 4,502 | 32% |
| Crystal Lake, IL | 3.8 mi | 6,053 | 25% |
| Cary, IL | 4.1 mi | 2,457 | 22% |
| Carpentersville, IL | 4.1 mi | 3,602 | 33% |
| Lakewood, IL | 4.8 mi | 575 | 19% |
| West Dundee, IL | 5.3 mi | 983 | 20% |
Hospices serving Lake in the Hills
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journeycare - Barrington | Barrington, IL | 9.2 mi | (847) 381-5599 |
| Five Star Hospice And Palliative Care LLC | Hoffman Estates, IL | 14 mi | (847) 610-3188 |
| Lifechoice Hospice And Palliative Care | Palatine, IL | 15 mi | (847) 777-8888 |
| Alexian Brothers Hospice | Hanover Park, IL | 15 mi | (847) 685-9900 |
| Solace Hospice & Palliative Care Inc | St Charles, IL | 17 mi | (847) 250-5036 |
Nursing homes near Lake in the Hills (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Pines Rehab & Hcc | Crystal Lake, IL | 4.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 110 | (815) 459-7791 |
| Fair Oaks Health Care Center | Crystal Lake, IL | 4.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 51 | (815) 455-0550 |
| Pearl Of Crystal Lake, The | Crystal Lake, IL | 6.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 97 | (815) 477-6569 |
| Alden Estates Cts Of Huntley | Huntley, IL | 6.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 170 | (847) 961-7500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake in the Hills. 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 in the Hills
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,109 monthly median income of Lake in the Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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.
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 in the Hills: common questions
Which hospices serve Lake in the Hills?
Medicare lists 22 hospices for Lake in the Hills ZIP codes, including Journeycare - Barrington, Five Star Hospice And Palliative Care LLC, Lifechoice Hospice And Palliative Care.
How much does respite care cost in Lake in the Hills?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,109 monthly median income of Lake in the Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Lake in the Hills. 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 Illinois.
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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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