Respite Care in North Hudson, WI
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Respite Care in North Hudson, WI: the local picture
Most older adults in North Hudson live with someone: 79% 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 143 North Hudson residents aged 65 or older report a disability (21%) (27% in St. Croix County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 18 hospices serving North Hudson ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Hudson compared with St. Croix County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | North Hudson | St. Croix County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 27% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 16% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.6% | 7.7% | 9.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 3.3% | 6.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,176 | $63,226 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Hudson
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayport, MN | 1.8 mi | 497 | 25% |
| Hudson, WI | 2.5 mi | 2,918 | 33% |
| Oak Park Heights, MN | 3.7 mi | 1,489 | 54% |
| Stillwater, MN | 5.7 mi | 3,840 | 25% |
| Afton, MN | 7.4 mi | 772 | 20% |
| Lake Elmo, MN | 7.6 mi | 2,217 | 31% |
Hospices serving North Hudson
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Croix Hospice Hudson | Hudson, WI | 1.6 mi | (534) 200-4502 |
| Lakeview Hospice | Oak Park Heights, MN | 6.4 mi | (651) 430-3320 |
| St Croix Hospice | Oakdale, MN | 9.5 mi | (651) 735-3656 |
| Adoray Home Health And Hospice | Baldwin, WI | 19 mi | (715) 629-1888 |
| Ecumen Hospice | Shoreview, MN | 20 mi | (651) 714-0200 |
Nursing homes near North Hudson (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Community Home | Hudson, WI | 1.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 50 | (715) 386-9303 |
| Gables Of Boutwells Landing | Oak Park Heights, MN | 4.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 108 | (651) 430-7200 |
| The Estates At Greeley LLC | Stillwater, MN | 5.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 64 | (651) 439-5775 |
| The Estates At Linden LLC | Stillwater, MN | 5.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 51 | (651) 439-5004 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Hudson. 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 Hudson
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,098 monthly median income of North Hudson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Hudson: common questions
Which hospices serve North Hudson?
Medicare lists 18 hospices for North Hudson ZIP codes, including St Croix Hospice Hudson, Lakeview Hospice, St Croix Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in North Hudson?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,098 monthly median income of North Hudson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 North Hudson. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver covers Wisconsin.
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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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