Respite Care in Medford Lakes, NJ for Caregivers

Local figures

Respite Care in Medford Lakes, NJ: the local picture

864

residents 65 or older (20% of Medford Lakes)

88%

of residents 65+ in households live with someone, often a family caregiver

26%

of residents 65+ report a disability (30% in Burlington County)

20

Medicare-certified hospices serve Medford Lakes ZIP codes

Most older adults in Medford Lakes live with someone: 88% 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 223 Medford Lakes residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (30% in Burlington County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.

Medicare lists 20 hospices serving Medford Lakes ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.

Medford Lakes compared with Burlington County and New Jersey

Census figure	Medford Lakes	Burlington County	New Jersey
Residents 65+ with a disability	26%	30%	30%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	12%	26%	27%
Residents 65 or older	20%	18%	17%
Residents 85 or older	1.9%	2.2%	2.1%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	3.6%	7.2%	9.7%
Households with no vehicle	0.9%	4.3%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$100,536	$76,695	—

Older residents in towns around Medford Lakes

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Leisuretowne, NJ	6.1 mi	2,357	32%
Atco, NJ	6.4 mi	1,576	36%
Marlton, NJ	7.1 mi	1,779	32%
Berlin, NJ	7.9 mi	1,089	42%
Greentree, NJ	8.5 mi	2,255	28%
Springdale, NJ	8.7 mi	3,086	37%

Hospices serving Medford Lakes

Hospice	Office	Distance	Phone
Suncrest Health Services, LLC	Marlton, NJ	5.5 mi	(856) 519-9200
Caring Hospice Of South Jersey	Mount Laurel, NJ	8.1 mi	(856) 439-0012
Samaritan Healthcare And Hospice	Mount Laurel, NJ	8.1 mi	(856) 596-1600
Heartland Hospice	Laurel Springs, NJ	11 mi	(856) 251-0707
Lighthouse Hospice	Cherry Hill, NJ	12 mi	(856) 414-1155

Nursing homes near Medford Lakes (ask about short stays)

Nursing home	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Certified beds	Phone
The Pines At Medford	Medford, NJ	0.2 mi	2 of 5	180	(856) 983-8500
Medford Leas	Medford, NJ	0.7 mi	5 of 5	24	(609) 654-3000
Wiley Mission	Marlton, NJ	5.8 mi	5 of 5	86	(856) 983-0411
Complete Care At Voorhees, LLC	Voorhees, NJ	6.6 mi	4 of 5	190	(856) 751-1600

Straight-line miles from the center of Medford Lakes. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What respite care costs in Medford Lakes

At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,378 monthly median income of Medford Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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.

Before you hire

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.

Questions

Respite Care in Medford Lakes: common questions

Which hospices serve Medford Lakes?

Medicare lists 20 hospices for Medford Lakes ZIP codes, including Suncrest Health Services, LLC, Caring Hospice Of South Jersey, Samaritan Healthcare And Hospice.

How much does respite care cost in Medford Lakes?

At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,378 monthly median income of Medford Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Medford Lakes. 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 New Jersey.

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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.

Respite Care in Medford Lakes, NJ