Respite Care in Phoenix Lake, CA
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Respite Care in Phoenix Lake, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Phoenix Lake live with someone: 77% 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 452 Phoenix Lake residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (37% in Tuolumne County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 6 hospices serving Phoenix Lake ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Phoenix Lake compared with Tuolumne County and California
| Census figure | Phoenix Lake | Tuolumne County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 37% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 29% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 36% | 28% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.1% | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.9% | 7.1% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 5.2% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $76,101 | $67,277 | — |
Older residents in towns around Phoenix Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mono Vista, CA | 2.1 mi | 513 | 48% |
| East Sonora, CA | 3.0 mi | 1,276 | 56% |
| Sonora, CA | 4.5 mi | 1,188 | 43% |
| Jamestown, CA | 6.5 mi | 898 | 32% |
| Angels, CA | 14 mi | 1,180 | 34% |
| Copperopolis, CA | 18 mi | 1,167 | 24% |
Hospices serving Phoenix Lake
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health Home Care Services | Sonora, CA | 1.9 mi | (209) 532-7166 |
| Community Hospice, Inc - Hospice | Modesto, CA | 45 mi | (209) 578-6300 |
| Seva Hospice, Inc | Salida, CA | 47 mi | (209) 846-9488 |
| Bristol Hospice-California, LLC | Merced, CA | 50 mi | (209) 384-1415 |
| Hospice Of San Joaquin | Stockton, CA | 55 mi | (209) 957-3888 |
Nursing homes near Phoenix Lake (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Sonora Care Center | Sonora, CA | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 210 | (209) 533-2500 |
| Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF | Sonora, CA | 4.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 68 | (209) 536-3779 |
| Golden San Andreas Care Center | San Andreas, CA | 23 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (209) 754-3823 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Phoenix Lake. 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 Phoenix Lake
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 23% of the $6,342 monthly median income of Phoenix Lake 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.
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 Phoenix Lake: common questions
Which hospices serve Phoenix Lake?
Medicare lists 6 hospices for Phoenix Lake ZIP codes, including Adventist Health Home Care Services, Community Hospice, Inc - Hospice, Seva Hospice, Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Phoenix Lake?
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 23% of the $6,342 monthly median income of Phoenix Lake 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 Phoenix Lake. 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; 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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