Respite Care in Palm Coast, FL
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Respite Care in Palm Coast, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Palm Coast live with someone: 81% 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 8,539 Palm Coast residents aged 65 or older report a disability (30%) (29% in Flagler County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 8 hospices serving Palm Coast ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Palm Coast compared with Flagler County and Florida
| Census figure | Palm Coast | Flagler County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 19% | 20% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 29% | 31% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 3.3% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.2% | 6.7% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.9% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,697 | $63,791 | — |
Older residents in towns around Palm Coast
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagler Beach, FL | 8.0 mi | 1,838 | 37% |
| Bunnell, FL | 9.4 mi | 1,136 | 29% |
| Flagler Estates, FL | 15 mi | 624 | 20% |
| Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL | 17 mi | 2,960 | 31% |
| Butler Beach, FL | 18 mi | 1,864 | 19% |
| Ormond Beach, FL | 19 mi | 14,718 | 34% |
Hospices serving Palm Coast
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Hospice Care East Florida | Ormond Beach, FL | 20 mi | (386) 231-6555 |
| Halifax Health Hospice | Port Orange, FL | 31 mi | (386) 425-4701 |
| Gentiva | Orlando, FL | 67 mi | (407) 514-1300 |
| Haven Hospice | Gainesville, FL | 71 mi | (904) 378-2121 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 102 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
Nursing homes near Palm Coast (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviata At Grand Oaks | Palm Coast, FL | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (386) 446-6060 |
| Flagler Health And Rehabilitation Center | Bunnell, FL | 5.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (386) 437-4168 |
| The Pavilion At Crescent Lake | Crescent City, FL | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | 92 | (386) 698-2222 |
| Avante At Ormond Beach, Inc | Ormond Beach, FL | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | 133 | (386) 677-7955 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Palm Coast. 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 Coast
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 27% of the $5,141 monthly median income of Palm Coast 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 Coast: common questions
Which hospices serve Palm Coast?
Medicare lists 8 hospices for Palm Coast ZIP codes, including Adventhealth Hospice Care East Florida, Halifax Health Hospice, Gentiva.
How much does respite care cost in Palm Coast?
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 27% of the $5,141 monthly median income of Palm Coast 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 Coast. 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.
More senior care near Palm Coast
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- Overnight Caregivers in Palm Coast
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- Parkinson’s Care in Palm Coast
- Stroke Recovery Support in Palm Coast
- Disability Care for Adults in Palm Coast
- Hospice Support in Palm Coast
- Senior Meal Preparation in Palm Coast
- Senior Housekeeping in Palm Coast
- Medication Reminders in Palm Coast
- Veterans’ Home Care in Palm Coast
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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