Pepperdine University, California

Respite Care in Pepperdine University, CA

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 Pepperdine University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Respite Care in Pepperdine University, CA: the local picture

98
residents 65 or older (3.2% of Pepperdine University)
100%
of residents 65+ in households live with someone, often a family caregiver
5.1%
of residents 65+ report a disability (34% in Los Angeles County)
45
Medicare-certified hospices serve Pepperdine University ZIP codes

Most older adults in Pepperdine University live with someone: 100% 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 Pepperdine University residents aged 65 or older report a disability (5.1%) (34% in Los Angeles County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.

Medicare lists 45 hospices serving Pepperdine University ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.

Pepperdine University compared with Los Angeles County and California

Census figurePepperdine UniversityLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Residents 65+ with a disability5.1%34%33%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone0.0%22%23%
Residents 65 or older3.2%15%16%
Residents 85 or older0.1%1.9%1.9%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)0.0%15%12%
Households with no vehicle3.3%8.9%7.1%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$228,214$64,269—

Older residents in towns around Pepperdine University

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Malibu, CA3.1 mi3,31116%
Calabasas, CA6.8 mi3,86524%
Topanga, CA7.0 mi1,90024%
Agoura Hills, CA8.0 mi3,77523%
Westlake Village, CA9.0 mi2,15720%
Oak Park, CA10 mi2,18713%

Hospices serving Pepperdine University

HospiceOfficeDistancePhone
Affinity Healthcare ResourcesAgoura Hills, CA6.2 mi(818) 806-0111
Divine Grace Hospice, IncCalabasas, CA7.4 mi(818) 817-6870
Apricus Hospice IncWoodland Hills, CA10 mi(818) 968-3181
24-7 Quality Hospice Care, IncWestlake Village, CA10 mi(805) 230-9939
Luxe Hospice, IncPacific Palisades, CA11 mi(310) 459-2040

Nursing homes near Pepperdine University (ask about short stays)

Nursing homeTownDistanceCMS overall ratingCertified bedsPhone
Motion Picture And T.V. Hosp D/P SNFWoodland Hills, CA8.9 mi3 of 5195(818) 876-1888
Sherwood Oaks Post AcuteThousand Oaks, CA11 mi3 of 599(805) 494-1233
Fireside Health Care CenterSanta Monica, CA12 mi4 of 566(310) 393-7117
West Valley Post AcuteWest Hills, CA12 mi2 of 5128(818) 348-8422

Straight-line miles from the center of Pepperdine University. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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
Cost

What respite care costs in Pepperdine University

At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 8% of the $19,018 monthly median income of Pepperdine University households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Respite Care in Pepperdine University: common questions

Which hospices serve Pepperdine University?

Medicare lists 45 hospices for Pepperdine University ZIP codes, including Affinity Healthcare Resources, Divine Grace Hospice, Inc, Apricus Hospice Inc.

How much does respite care cost in Pepperdine University?

At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 8% of the $19,018 monthly median income of Pepperdine University households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Pepperdine University. 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 care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave covers California.

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Sources

Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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