Respite Care in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Respite Care in Palm Beach Gardens, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Palm Beach Gardens live with someone: 74% 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 5,346 Palm Beach Gardens residents aged 65 or older report a disability (28%) (29% in Palm Beach County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 6 hospices serving Palm Beach Gardens ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Palm Beach Gardens compared with Palm Beach County and Florida
| Census figure | Palm Beach Gardens | Palm Beach County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 33% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.7% | 3.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.3% | 11% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.8% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $92,700 | $65,565 | — |
Older residents in towns around Palm Beach Gardens
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jupiter, FL | 5.7 mi | 15,093 | 22% |
| Jupiter Farms, FL | 6.0 mi | 2,557 | 26% |
| Juno Beach, FL | 6.9 mi | 2,253 | 31% |
| Lake Park, FL | 7.0 mi | 1,469 | 33% |
| North Palm Beach, FL | 7.1 mi | 4,580 | 28% |
| Riviera Beach, FL | 7.3 mi | 7,391 | 32% |
Hospices serving Palm Beach Gardens
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Palm Beach County Inc | West Palm Beach, FL | 9.0 mi | (561) 848-5200 |
| Palm Beach Hospice And Palliative Care By Morselife | West Palm Beach, FL | 9.3 mi | (561) 868-6573 |
| Hospice By The Sea Inc | Boca Raton, FL | 35 mi | (561) 395-5031 |
| Hospice Of Okeechobee Incorporated | Okeechobee, FL | 48 mi | (813) 467-2321 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 95 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
Nursing homes near Palm Beach Gardens (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatsworth At Pga National | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 62 | (561) 227-3200 |
| Luxe At Jupiter Rehabilitation Center (The) | Jupiter, FL | 4.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 129 | (718) 852-7000 |
| Gardens Court | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 4.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (561) 626-1125 |
| Nursing Center At La Posada, The | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 4.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 40 | (561) 514-5000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Palm Beach Gardens. 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 Palm Beach Gardens
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 18% of the $7,725 monthly median income of Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens: common questions
Which hospices serve Palm Beach Gardens?
Medicare lists 6 hospices for Palm Beach Gardens ZIP codes, including Hospice Of Palm Beach County Inc, Palm Beach Hospice And Palliative Care By Morselife, Hospice By The Sea Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Palm Beach Gardens?
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 18% of the $7,725 monthly median income of Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens. 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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