Respite Care in North Fort Lewis, WA
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Respite Care in North Fort Lewis, WA: the local picture
About 0 North Fort Lewis residents aged 65 or older report a disability. Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 7 hospices serving North Fort Lewis ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Fort Lewis compared with Pierce County and Washington
| Census figure | North Fort Lewis | Pierce County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.7% | 5.4% | 7.1% |
Older residents in towns around North Fort Lewis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lewis, WA | 2.2 mi | 26 | 100% |
| DuPont, WA | 2.7 mi | 1,027 | 39% |
| Steilacoom, WA | 3.3 mi | 1,270 | 32% |
| Lakewood, WA | 4.3 mi | 10,825 | 45% |
| McChord AFB, WA | 4.9 mi | 0 | — |
| University Place, WA | 6.9 mi | 6,796 | 32% |
Hospices serving North Fort Lewis
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Hospice | Tacoma, WA | 7.8 mi | (253) 581-9410 |
| Franciscan Hospice | University Place, WA | 7.8 mi | (253) 534-7000 |
| Envision Hospice | Tacoma, WA | 11 mi | (360) 350-4875 |
| Multicare Hospice | Tacoma, WA | 12 mi | (253) 301-6400 |
| Providence At Home With Compassus Hospice Care, Puget Sound | Tukwila, WA | 29 mi | (206) 320-4000 |
Nursing homes near North Fort Lewis (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks At Lakewood | Tacoma, WA | 5.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (253) 581-9002 |
| Agility Health And Rehabilitation | University Place, WA | 6.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (253) 566-7166 |
| Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation | Tacoma, WA | 7.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 124 | (253) 474-8421 |
| Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center | Tacoma, WA | 7.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 147 | (253) 475-4611 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Fort Lewis. 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 North Fort Lewis
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 North Fort Lewis: common questions
Which hospices serve North Fort Lewis?
Medicare lists 7 hospices for North Fort Lewis ZIP codes, including Puget Sound Hospice, Franciscan Hospice, Envision Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in North Fort Lewis?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 North Fort Lewis. 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 Washington.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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