Respite Care in Pocono Woodland Lakes, PA
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Respite Care in Pocono Woodland Lakes, PA: the local picture
Most older adults in Pocono Woodland Lakes live with someone: 94% 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 123 Pocono Woodland Lakes residents aged 65 or older report a disability (29%) (29% in Pike County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 9 hospices serving Pocono Woodland Lakes ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Pocono Woodland Lakes compared with Pike County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Pocono Woodland Lakes | Pike County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 29% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 5.5% | 21% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 24% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 8.8% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.8% | 5.3% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $140,952 | $65,326 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pocono Woodland Lakes
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Key Lake, PA | 2.8 mi | 447 | 22% |
| Hemlock Farms, PA | 8.3 mi | 1,464 | 39% |
| Matamoras, PA | 10 mi | 560 | 38% |
| Port Jervis, NY | 11 mi | 1,697 | 45% |
| Pine Ridge, PA | 13 mi | 420 | 4.5% |
| Saw Creek, PA | 16 mi | 688 | 26% |
Hospices serving Pocono Woodland Lakes
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice | Milford, PA | 0.4 mi | (570) 296-3591 |
| Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice | Newton, NJ | 18 mi | (973) 383-0115 |
| Wayne Memorial Hospital Department Of Home Health | Honesdale, PA | 26 mi | (570) 253-8431 |
| Revolutionary Hospice | Eynon, PA | 35 mi | (570) 383-7502 |
| Home Health Care Professionals And Hospice | Olyphant, PA | 38 mi | (570) 876-2900 |
Nursing homes near Pocono Woodland Lakes (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Milford, PA | 4.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 80 | (570) 491-4121 |
| Delaware Valley Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation C | Matamoras, PA | 9.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 70 | (570) 491-1010 |
| St Josephs Place | Port Jervis, NY | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 46 | (845) 856-5351 |
| Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center | Newton, NJ | 16 mi | 2 of 5 | 128 | (973) 948-5400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pocono Woodland Lakes. 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 Pocono Woodland Lakes
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $11,746 monthly median income of Pocono Woodland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Pocono Woodland Lakes: common questions
Which hospices serve Pocono Woodland Lakes?
Medicare lists 9 hospices for Pocono Woodland Lakes ZIP codes, including Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Wayne Memorial Hospital Department Of Home Health.
How much does respite care cost in Pocono Woodland Lakes?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $11,746 monthly median income of Pocono Woodland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Pocono Woodland Lakes. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers Pennsylvania.
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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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