Respite Care in Oakleaf Plantation, FL
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Oakleaf Plantation for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Oakleaf Plantation, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Oakleaf Plantation live with someone: 83% 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 853 Oakleaf Plantation residents aged 65 or older report a disability (28%) (34% in Duval County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 4 hospices serving Oakleaf Plantation ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Oakleaf Plantation compared with Duval County and Florida
| Census figure | Oakleaf Plantation | Duval County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 34% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.4% | 15% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.7% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 13% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.2% | 7.2% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $80,084 | $54,085 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oakleaf Plantation
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside, FL | 4.8 mi | 5,934 | 37% |
| Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace, FL | 6.1 mi | 2,555 | 43% |
| Orange Park, FL | 7.9 mi | 2,455 | 35% |
| Fleming Island, FL | 9.0 mi | 6,554 | 30% |
| Asbury Lake, FL | 9.1 mi | 1,834 | 33% |
| Middleburg, FL | 9.4 mi | 1,893 | 32% |
Hospices serving Oakleaf Plantation
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc | Jacksonville, FL | 14 mi | (904) 268-5200 |
| Heartland Hospice (Jacksonville) | Jacksonville, FL | 17 mi | (904) 737-2553 |
| Haven Hospice | Gainesville, FL | 47 mi | (904) 378-2121 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 157 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
Nursing homes near Oakleaf Plantation (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleburg Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Middleburg, FL | 5.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (502) 568-7800 |
| Orange Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Orange Park, FL | 5.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 105 | (904) 272-6194 |
| Life Care Center Of Orange Park | Orange Park, FL | 5.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 180 | (904) 272-2424 |
| Aviata At Orange Park | Orange Park, FL | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (904) 269-8922 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oakleaf Plantation. 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 Oakleaf Plantation
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $6,674 monthly median income of Oakleaf Plantation households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Oakleaf Plantation: common questions
Which hospices serve Oakleaf Plantation?
Medicare lists 4 hospices for Oakleaf Plantation ZIP codes, including Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc, Heartland Hospice (Jacksonville), Haven Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Oakleaf Plantation?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $6,674 monthly median income of Oakleaf Plantation households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Oakleaf Plantation. 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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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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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