Respite Care in Lansing, MI
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Respite Care in Lansing, MI: the local picture
Most older adults in Lansing live with someone: 58% 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 5,321 Lansing residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (33% in Ingham County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 28 hospices serving Lansing ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Lansing compared with Ingham County and Michigan
| Census figure | Lansing | Ingham County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 33% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 35% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.9% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 8.9% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,727 | $58,213 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lansing
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgemont Park, MI | 2.8 mi | 358 | 29% |
| Waverly, MI | 4.1 mi | 5,397 | 34% |
| East Lansing, MI | 4.6 mi | 4,105 | 31% |
| Holt, MI | 5.2 mi | 4,518 | 33% |
| Okemos, MI | 7.5 mi | 3,750 | 24% |
| DeWitt, MI | 8.7 mi | 853 | 34% |
Hospices serving Lansing
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Lansing | Lansing, MI | 1.1 mi | (517) 882-4500 |
| Sparrow Hospice Services | Lansing, MI | 1.8 mi | (517) 364-7200 |
| Compassus - Lansing | Lansing, MI | 3.6 mi | (517) 886-8470 |
| Heart To Heart Hospice Of Lansing, LLC | East Lansing, MI | 4.6 mi | (517) 580-7530 |
| Heartland Hospice (Mason) | Okemos, MI | 7.2 mi | (517) 244-0404 |
Nursing homes near Lansing (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medilodge Of Capital Area | Lansing, MI | 2.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (517) 272-4029 |
| Aria Nursing And Rehabilitation | Lansing, MI | 2.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 110 | (517) 927-0005 |
| Holt Senior Care And Rehab Center | Holt, MI | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 101 | (517) 694-2144 |
| The Willows At East Lansing | East Lansing, MI | 4.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 65 | (517) 203-4042 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lansing. 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 Lansing
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,144 monthly median income of Lansing households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Lansing: common questions
Which hospices serve Lansing?
Medicare lists 28 hospices for Lansing ZIP codes, including Hospice Of Lansing, Sparrow Hospice Services, Compassus - Lansing.
How much does respite care cost in Lansing?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,144 monthly median income of Lansing households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Lansing. 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 Michigan.
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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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