Respite Care in North Scituate, MA
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Respite Care in North Scituate, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in North Scituate live with someone: 75% 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 220 North Scituate residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (28% in Plymouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving North Scituate ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Scituate compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | North Scituate | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 25% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.0% | 9.0% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.8% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,972 | $73,775 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Scituate
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scituate, MA | 2.8 mi | 1,581 | 25% |
| Hingham, MA | 6.5 mi | 852 | 18% |
| North Pembroke, MA | 8.0 mi | 1,092 | 25% |
| Marshfield, MA | 8.6 mi | 972 | 19% |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 9.1 mi | 11,592 | 27% |
| Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA | 9.5 mi | 1,128 | 25% |
Hospices serving North Scituate
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company | Charlestown, MA | 19 mi | (617) 242-4872 |
Nursing homes near North Scituate (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of The South Shore | Scituate, MA | 1.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 117 | (781) 544-7210 |
| Cardigan Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Scituate, MA | 2.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 65 | (781) 545-9477 |
| Royal Norwell Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC | Norwell, MA | 6.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 86 | (781) 659-4901 |
| Southwood At Norwell Nursing Ctr | Norwell, MA | 6.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 142 | (781) 982-7450 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Scituate. 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 Scituate
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $5,081 monthly median income of North Scituate households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Scituate: common questions
Which hospices serve North Scituate?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for North Scituate ZIP codes, including Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company.
How much does respite care cost in North Scituate?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $5,081 monthly median income of North Scituate households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Scituate. 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 Massachusetts.
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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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