Respite Care in Meadow Vista, CA
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Respite Care in Meadow Vista, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Meadow Vista live with someone: 91% 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 251 Meadow Vista residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (29% in Placer County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 18 hospices serving Meadow Vista ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Meadow Vista compared with Placer County and California
| Census figure | Meadow Vista | Placer County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 29% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 9.4% | 24% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 37% | 20% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.8% | 7.5% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 4.2% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $90,167 | $77,195 | — |
Older residents in towns around Meadow Vista
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake of the Pines, CA | 2.9 mi | 1,582 | 21% |
| North Auburn, CA | 5.4 mi | 3,672 | 35% |
| Auburn, CA | 7.7 mi | 3,712 | 25% |
| Auburn Lake Trails, CA | 8.6 mi | 862 | 22% |
| Alta Sierra, CA | 8.6 mi | 2,159 | 25% |
| Grass Valley, CA | 15 mi | 4,483 | 36% |
Hospices serving Meadow Vista
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Auburn Faith Vna & Hospice-Hospice | Auburn, CA | 3.3 mi | (530) 886-6650 |
| Pic Comfort Care | Auburn, CA | 6.6 mi | (530) 268-7423 |
| Hospice Of The Foothills | Grass Valley, CA | 14 mi | (530) 272-5739 |
| Bristol Hospice - Sacramento, LLC | Roseville, CA | 21 mi | (916) 782-5511 |
| Sutter Care At Home | Roseville, CA | 21 mi | (916) 797-7850 |
Nursing homes near Meadow Vista (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westview Healthcare Center | Auburn, CA | 4.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 205 | (530) 885-7511 |
| Siena Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Auburn, CA | 5.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 107 | (530) 889-0707 |
| Auburn Oaks Care Center | Auburn, CA | 5.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 99 | (530) 888-6257 |
| Auburn Ravine Healthcare Center | Auburn, CA | 6.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 59 | (530) 823-6131 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Meadow Vista. 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 Meadow Vista
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $7,514 monthly median income of Meadow Vista households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Meadow Vista: common questions
Which hospices serve Meadow Vista?
Medicare lists 18 hospices for Meadow Vista ZIP codes, including Sutter Auburn Faith Vna & Hospice-Hospice, Pic Comfort Care, Hospice Of The Foothills.
How much does respite care cost in Meadow Vista?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $7,514 monthly median income of Meadow Vista households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Meadow Vista. 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 care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave covers California.
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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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