Respite Care in New Haven, IN
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Respite Care in New Haven, IN: the local picture
Most older adults in New Haven live with someone: 61% 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 809 New Haven residents aged 65 or older report a disability (28%) (30% in Allen County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 11 hospices serving New Haven ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
New Haven compared with Allen County and Indiana
| Census figure | New Haven | Allen County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.5% | 8.0% | 9.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.8% | 6.8% | 6.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,072 | $54,223 | — |
Older residents in towns around New Haven
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne, IN | 6.7 mi | 40,939 | 32% |
| Leo-Cedarville, IN | 11 mi | 411 | 37% |
| Huntertown, IN | 13 mi | 1,478 | 45% |
| Ossian, IN | 15 mi | 903 | 31% |
| Decatur, IN | 17 mi | 2,000 | 34% |
| Hicksville, OH | 20 mi | 532 | 39% |
Hospices serving New Haven
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Hospice | Fort Wayne, IN | 5.7 mi | (260) 373-9800 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne, IN | 7.8 mi | (260) 482-9405 |
| Heartland Hospice (Ft Wayne) | Fort Wayne, IN | 7.8 mi | (260) 484-7622 |
| Eleos Hospice Care | Fort Wayne, IN | 9.2 mi | (260) 333-5367 |
| Anew Hospice Ft Wayne LLC | Fort Wayne, IN | 13 mi | (317) 300-2292 |
Nursing homes near New Haven (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Care Of New Haven | New Haven, IN | 0.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 109 | (260) 749-0413 |
| Golden Years Homestead | Fort Wayne, IN | 2.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 111 | (260) 749-9655 |
| Chateau Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Fort Wayne, IN | 3.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 99 | (260) 486-3001 |
| Waters Of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, The | Fort Wayne, IN | 3.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 77 | (260) 749-9506 |
Straight-line miles from the center of New Haven. 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 New Haven
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $3,923 monthly median income of New Haven households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Respite Care in New Haven: common questions
Which hospices serve New Haven?
Medicare lists 11 hospices for New Haven ZIP codes, including Parkview Hospice, Interim Healthcare Of Fort Wayne, Heartland Hospice (Ft Wayne).
How much does respite care cost in New Haven?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $3,923 monthly median income of New Haven households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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 New Haven. 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 Indiana.
More senior care near New Haven
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Fort Wayne, IN
- Respite Care in Leo-Cedarville, IN
- Respite Care in Huntertown, IN
- Respite Care in Ossian, IN
- Respite Care in Decatur, IN
- Respite Care in Hicksville, OH
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Other care in New Haven
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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