Respite Care in North Highlands, CA
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Respite Care in North Highlands, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in North Highlands 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 2,645 North Highlands residents aged 65 or older report a disability (47%) (36% in Sacramento County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 38 hospices serving North Highlands ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Highlands compared with Sacramento County and California
| Census figure | North Highlands | Sacramento County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 26% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 11% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.9% | 6.6% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $33,032 | $68,898 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Highlands
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothill Farms, CA | 1.7 mi | 4,438 | 42% |
| Antelope, CA | 3.1 mi | 5,849 | 30% |
| Carmichael, CA | 3.8 mi | 15,946 | 36% |
| Rio Linda, CA | 3.9 mi | 2,471 | 41% |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 4.8 mi | 16,036 | 40% |
| Arden-Arcade, CA | 4.9 mi | 16,486 | 37% |
Hospices serving North Highlands
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Home Health And Hospice, Inc | Sacramento, CA | 1.8 mi | (916) 978-0744 |
| Sanctuary Hospice | Sacramento, CA | 1.8 mi | (916) 671-3017 |
| Rx Staffing Hospice Care | Sacramento, CA | 3.3 mi | (916) 570-3060 |
| Amari Hospice Care Inc. | Carmichael, CA | 3.8 mi | (916) 993-9679 |
| True Care Hospice Of Northern California, Inc | Citrus Heights, CA | 3.9 mi | (916) 277-0433 |
Nursing homes near North Highlands (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Post-Acute | Sacramento, CA | 1.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (916) 331-4590 |
| College Oak Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Sacramento, CA | 1.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (916) 481-7434 |
| Manzanita Healthcare Center | Carmichael, CA | 2.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 99 | (916) 331-8513 |
| Eskaton Village Care Center | Carmichael, CA | 2.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 35 | (916) 974-2060 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Highlands. 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 Highlands
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 53% of the $2,753 monthly median income of North Highlands 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 North Highlands: common questions
Which hospices serve North Highlands?
Medicare lists 38 hospices for North Highlands ZIP codes, including Advanced Home Health And Hospice, Inc, Sanctuary Hospice, Rx Staffing Hospice Care.
How much does respite care cost in North Highlands?
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 53% of the $2,753 monthly median income of North Highlands 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 North Highlands. 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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