Respite Care in Lake Stevens, WA
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Respite Care in Lake Stevens, WA: the local picture
Most older adults in Lake Stevens live with someone: 75% 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 1,259 Lake Stevens residents aged 65 or older report a disability (37%) (33% in Snohomish County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 11 hospices serving Lake Stevens ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Lake Stevens compared with Snohomish County and Washington
| Census figure | Lake Stevens | Snohomish County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 26% | 26% |
| Residents 65 or older | 8.6% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.3% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.6% | 4.7% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $73,417 | $69,352 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake Stevens
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunk Foss, WA | 2.9 mi | 591 | 39% |
| Lake Cassidy, WA | 4.4 mi | 682 | 24% |
| Lochsloy, WA | 4.7 mi | 651 | 33% |
| Fobes Hill, WA | 4.8 mi | 420 | 24% |
| Everett, WA | 5.0 mi | 16,313 | 38% |
| Snohomish, WA | 5.2 mi | 2,054 | 36% |
Hospices serving Lake Stevens
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County | Everett, WA | 7.2 mi | (425) 261-4800 |
| Alpha Hospice | Everett, WA | 8.9 mi | (425) 595-3059 |
| Bristol Hospice - Snohomish County | Lynnwood, WA | 12 mi | (425) 521-6939 |
| Continuum Care Of Snohomish, LLC | Lynnwood, WA | 16 mi | (510) 499-9977 |
| Evergreen Health Hospice Care | Kirkland, WA | 20 mi | (425) 899-1040 |
Nursing homes near Lake Stevens (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Rehabilitation And Care Center | Marysville, WA | 4.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 82 | (360) 659-1259 |
| Bethany At Pacific | Everett, WA | 4.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 80 | (425) 259-5508 |
| Marysville Care Center | Marysville, WA | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 97 | (360) 659-3926 |
| Snohomish Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia | Snohomish, WA | 5.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (360) 568-3161 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake Stevens. 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 Stevens
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $6,118 monthly median income of Lake Stevens households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Stevens: common questions
Which hospices serve Lake Stevens?
Medicare lists 11 hospices for Lake Stevens ZIP codes, including Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County, Alpha Hospice, Bristol Hospice - Snohomish County.
How much does respite care cost in Lake Stevens?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $6,118 monthly median income of Lake Stevens households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Stevens. 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 Washington.
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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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