Respite Care in Lehigh Acres, FL
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Respite Care in Lehigh Acres, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Lehigh Acres live with someone: 82% 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 6,240 Lehigh Acres residents aged 65 or older report a disability (37%) (28% in Lee County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 3 hospices serving Lehigh Acres ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Lehigh Acres compared with Lee County and Florida
| Census figure | Lehigh Acres | Lee County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 28% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 22% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 29% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 10% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.8% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,475 | $66,210 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lehigh Acres
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham, FL | 7.1 mi | 1,243 | 24% |
| Gateway, FL | 7.1 mi | 2,180 | 27% |
| Olga, FL | 7.4 mi | 642 | 31% |
| Alva, FL | 7.6 mi | 993 | 33% |
| Fort Myers Shores, FL | 9.5 mi | 970 | 25% |
| Tice, FL | 12 mi | 452 | 52% |
Hospices serving Lehigh Acres
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Hospice And Community Services Inc | Fort Myers, FL | 19 mi | (800) 835-1673 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 120 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
| Hospice Of Lake & Sumter Inc | Tavares, FL | 151 mi | (352) 343-1341 |
Nursing homes near Lehigh Acres (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Acres Healthcare & Rehab Center | Lehigh Acres, FL | 1.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 128 | (239) 369-2194 |
| Winkler Court | Fort Myers, FL | 12 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (239) 939-4993 |
| Eagleridge Health And Rehabilitation Center | Fort Myers, FL | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (239) 561-7700 |
| Aspire At Evans | Fort Myers, FL | 14 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (239) 277-3977 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lehigh Acres. 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 Lehigh Acres
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,623 monthly median income of Lehigh Acres households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Lehigh Acres: common questions
Which hospices serve Lehigh Acres?
Medicare lists 3 hospices for Lehigh Acres ZIP codes, including Hope Hospice And Community Services Inc, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida, Hospice Of Lake & Sumter Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Lehigh Acres?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,623 monthly median income of Lehigh Acres households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Lehigh Acres. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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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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