Respite Care in Leisure World, MD
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Leisure World for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Leisure World, MD: the local picture
Most older adults in Leisure World live with someone: 49% 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 2,240 Leisure World residents aged 65 or older report a disability (33%) (26% in Montgomery County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 8 hospices serving Leisure World ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Leisure World compared with Montgomery County and Maryland
| Census figure | Leisure World | Montgomery County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 51% | 23% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 77% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 21% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.9% | 7.4% | 9.5% |
| Households with no vehicle | 13% | 8.5% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $57,560 | $109,242 | — |
Older residents in towns around Leisure World
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Hill, MD | 1.0 mi | 8,084 | 29% |
| Layhill, MD | 1.8 mi | 1,044 | 26% |
| Glenmont, MD | 2.6 mi | 2,150 | 24% |
| Olney, MD | 2.8 mi | 5,915 | 24% |
| Wheaton, MD | 3.8 mi | 7,015 | 19% |
| Cloverly, MD | 4.0 mi | 3,392 | 21% |
Hospices serving Leisure World
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Hospice & Prince Georges Hospice | Rockville, MD | 5.4 mi | (301) 921-4400 |
| Jewish Social Service Agency Hospice | Rockville, MD | 5.4 mi | (301) 881-3700 |
| Holy Cross Home Care And Hospice | Silver Spring, MD | 6.7 mi | (301) 557-4663 |
| Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) | Beltsville, MD | 8.8 mi | (240) 264-1692 |
| Capital Hospice | Washington, DC | 9.6 mi | (202) 244-8300 |
Nursing homes near Leisure World (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. | Silver Spring, MD | 0.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (301) 598-2900 |
| Layhill Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Silver Spring, MD | 0.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 129 | (301) 871-2000 |
| Complete Care At Wheaton | Wheaton, MD | 3.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 116 | (301) 933-2500 |
| Friends Nursing Home | Sandy Spring, MD | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 82 | (301) 924-7531 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Leisure World. 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 Leisure World
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,797 monthly median income of Leisure World households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Leisure World: common questions
Which hospices serve Leisure World?
Medicare lists 8 hospices for Leisure World ZIP codes, including Montgomery Hospice & Prince Georges Hospice, Jewish Social Service Agency Hospice, Holy Cross Home Care And Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Leisure World?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,797 monthly median income of Leisure World households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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 Leisure World. 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 Maryland.
More senior care near Leisure World
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Aspen Hill, MD
- Respite Care in Layhill, MD
- Respite Care in Glenmont, MD
- Respite Care in Olney, MD
- Respite Care in Wheaton, MD
- Respite Care in Cloverly, MD
- Respite Care in Colesville, MD
- Respite Care in North Kensington, MD
- Respite Care in Redland, MD
- Respite Care in Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
- Respite Care in Rockville, MD
- Respite Care in Kemp Mill, MD
- Respite Care in North Bethesda, MD
- Respite Care in Forest Glen, MD
- Respite Care in White Oak, MD
- Respite Care in South Kensington, MD
Other care in Leisure World
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.
Find respite care in Leisure World
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Leisure World can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
