Respite Care in Lakeland North, WA for Caregivers

Local figures

Respite Care in Lakeland North, WA: the local picture

2,417

residents 65 or older (15% of Lakeland North)

92%

of residents 65+ in households live with someone, often a family caregiver

47%

of residents 65+ report a disability (30% in King County)

16

Medicare-certified hospices serve Lakeland North ZIP codes

Most older adults in Lakeland North live with someone: 92% 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 1,137 Lakeland North residents aged 65 or older report a disability (47%) (30% in King County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.

Medicare lists 16 hospices serving Lakeland North ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.

Lakeland North compared with King County and Washington

Census figure	Lakeland North	King County	Washington
Residents 65+ with a disability	47%	30%	33%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	7.7%	28%	26%
Residents 65 or older	15%	14%	17%
Residents 85 or older	2.7%	1.7%	1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	9.5%	9.3%	8.9%
Households with no vehicle	4.0%	11%	7.1%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$89,271	$76,893	—

Older residents in towns around Lakeland North

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Federal Way, WA	3.1 mi	14,965	34%
Des Moines, WA	3.9 mi	5,709	36%
Algona, WA	4.1 mi	205	32%
Auburn, WA	4.1 mi	10,676	41%
Lakeland South, WA	4.2 mi	1,710	37%
Kent, WA	4.8 mi	16,138	35%

Hospices serving Lakeland North

Hospice	Office	Distance	Phone
Wesley Homes Hospice, LLC	Kent, WA	2.8 mi	(206) 870-1127
Eden Hospice	Tukwila, WA	7.7 mi	(206) 717-8161
Multicare Hospice	Tacoma, WA	9.4 mi	(253) 301-6400
Heart And Soul Hospice	Renton, WA	9.7 mi	(206) 659-9998
Envision Hospice	Tacoma, WA	11 mi	(360) 350-4875

Nursing homes near Lakeland North (ask about short stays)

Nursing home	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Certified beds	Phone
Life Care Center Of Federal Way	Federal Way, WA	1.9 mi	3 of 5	157	(253) 946-2273
Hallmark Manor	Federal Way, WA	2.8 mi	2 of 5	147	(253) 874-3580
North Auburn Care	Auburn, WA	2.9 mi	2 of 5	125	(253) 561-8100
Avalon Care Center Federal Way, L.L.C.	Federal Way, WA	3.4 mi	4 of 5	120	(253) 835-7453

Straight-line miles from the center of Lakeland North. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What respite care costs in Lakeland North

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 27% of the $7,439 monthly median income of Lakeland North 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Respite Care in Lakeland North: common questions

Which hospices serve Lakeland North?

Medicare lists 16 hospices for Lakeland North ZIP codes, including Wesley Homes Hospice, LLC, Eden Hospice, Multicare Hospice.

How much does respite care cost in Lakeland North?

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 27% of the $7,439 monthly median income of Lakeland North 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 Lakeland North. 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.

Respite Care in Lakeland North, WA