Respite Care in North Massapequa, NY
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Respite Care in North Massapequa, NY: the local picture
Most older adults in North Massapequa live with someone: 80% 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 878 North Massapequa residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (27% in Nassau County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 7 hospices serving North Massapequa ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Massapequa compared with Nassau County and New York
| Census figure | North Massapequa | Nassau County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 20% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 2.6% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 6.7% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.6% | 6.8% | 29% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $106,771 | $100,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Massapequa
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Farmingdale, NY | 1.4 mi | 2,747 | 32% |
| Plainedge, NY | 1.5 mi | 1,463 | 27% |
| Massapequa Park, NY | 1.8 mi | 3,415 | 20% |
| Farmingdale, NY | 2.4 mi | 1,783 | 27% |
| Massapequa, NY | 2.4 mi | 3,878 | 22% |
| East Massapequa, NY | 2.5 mi | 4,665 | 26% |
Hospices serving North Massapequa
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Hospice | Farmingdale, NY | 2.7 mi | (631) 465-6300 |
| Hospice Care Of Long Island, Queens, South Shore | Woodbury, NY | 7.8 mi | (516) 832-7100 |
| Comprehensive Comm Hospice Of Parker Jewish Inst | New Hyde Park, NY | 11 mi | (516) 586-1575 |
| Vns And Hospice Of Suffolk, Inc | East Northport, NY | 13 mi | (631) 930-9399 |
| Calvary Home Health Agency And Hospice Care | Bronx, NY | 22 mi | (718) 518-2465 |
Nursing homes near North Massapequa (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daleview Care Center | East Farmingdale, NY | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 142 | (516) 694-9800 |
| Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing | Amityville, NY | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 320 | (631) 264-0222 |
| Parkview Care And Rehabilitation Center, Inc | Massapequa, NY | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 169 | (516) 798-1800 |
| Belair Care Center Inc | Bellmore, NY | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 102 | (516) 826-1160 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Massapequa. 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 Massapequa
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,898 monthly median income of North Massapequa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Massapequa: common questions
Which hospices serve North Massapequa?
Medicare lists 7 hospices for North Massapequa ZIP codes, including Good Shepherd Hospice, Hospice Care Of Long Island, Queens, South Shore, Comprehensive Comm Hospice Of Parker Jewish Inst.
How much does respite care cost in North Massapequa?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,898 monthly median income of North Massapequa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 Massapequa. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member covers New York.
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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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