Respite Care in Loughman, FL
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 Loughman for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Loughman, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Loughman live with someone: 69% 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 164 Loughman residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (32% in Polk County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving Loughman ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Loughman compared with Polk County and Florida
| Census figure | Loughman | Polk County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 24% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 8.4% | 20% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 2.1% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 20% | 12% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,772 | $50,939 | — |
Older residents in towns around Loughman
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebration, FL | 5.1 mi | 2,556 | 30% |
| Davenport, FL | 5.9 mi | 1,104 | 32% |
| Four Corners, FL | 8.1 mi | 8,091 | 37% |
| Haines City, FL | 9.1 mi | 5,012 | 34% |
| Poinciana, FL | 9.9 mi | 16,171 | 33% |
| Kissimmee, FL | 10 mi | 9,414 | 42% |
Hospices serving Loughman
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 53 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
Nursing homes near Loughman (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solaris Healthcare Celebration | Kissimmee, FL | 5.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (321) 337-7400 |
| Davenport Nursing And Rehab Center | Davenport, FL | 5.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (863) 422-4961 |
| The Good Samaritan Society-Kissimmee Village | Kissimmee, FL | 8.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 161 | (407) 846-7201 |
| Haines City Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Haines City, FL | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (863) 422-8656 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Loughman. 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 Loughman
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 40% of the $3,481 monthly median income of Loughman 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Loughman: common questions
Which hospices serve Loughman?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for Loughman ZIP codes, including Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida.
How much does respite care cost in Loughman?
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 40% of the $3,481 monthly median income of Loughman 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 Loughman. 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.
More senior care near Loughman
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Celebration, FL
- Respite Care in Davenport, FL
- Respite Care in Four Corners, FL
- Respite Care in Haines City, FL
- Respite Care in Poinciana, FL
- Respite Care in Kissimmee, FL
- Respite Care in Lake Alfred, FL
- Respite Care in Hunters Creek, FL
- Respite Care in Grenelefe, FL
- Respite Care in Williamsburg, FL
- Respite Care in Horizon West, FL
- Respite Care in Southchase, FL
- Respite Care in Buenaventura Lakes, FL
- Respite Care in Doctor Phillips, FL
- Respite Care in Dundee, FL
- Respite Care in Bay Hill, FL
Other care in Loughman
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 Loughman
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Loughman can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
