Respite Care in Pontoon Beach, IL
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Respite Care in Pontoon Beach, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Pontoon Beach live with someone: 83% 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 278 Pontoon Beach residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (35% in Madison County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 17 hospices serving Pontoon Beach ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Pontoon Beach compared with Madison County and Illinois
| Census figure | Pontoon Beach | Madison County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 35% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 2.1% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.3% | 9.0% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 5.7% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $51,382 | $57,096 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pontoon Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, IL | 3.2 mi | 406 | 62% |
| Granite City, IL | 3.4 mi | 5,153 | 38% |
| Collinsville, IL | 4.5 mi | 4,375 | 31% |
| Glen Carbon, IL | 5.0 mi | 2,898 | 35% |
| Maryville, IL | 5.3 mi | 2,173 | 33% |
| Edwardsville, IL | 6.2 mi | 3,310 | 27% |
Hospices serving Pontoon Beach
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Hospice Of Greater St Louis | Collinsville, IL | 5.0 mi | (618) 346-1111 |
| Bjc Hospice | Glen Carbon, IL | 5.7 mi | (618) 463-7100 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest | Fairview Heights, IL | 9.2 mi | (618) 622-9073 |
| Heartland Hospice (Fairview Heights) | Fairview Heights, IL | 9.2 mi | (618) 632-0304 |
| Family Hospice Of Belleville Area | Belleville, IL | 13 mi | (618) 277-1800 |
Nursing homes near Pontoon Beach (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evercare At Stearns | Granite City, IL | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 109 | (618) 931-3900 |
| Evercare Of Granite City | Granite City, IL | 3.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 86 | (618) 877-2700 |
| Evercare Of Collinsville | Collinsville, IL | 5.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 94 | (618) 344-8476 |
| Meridian Village Care Center | Glen Carbon, IL | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 70 | (618) 288-3700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pontoon Beach. 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 Pontoon Beach
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,282 monthly median income of Pontoon Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Pontoon Beach: common questions
Which hospices serve Pontoon Beach?
Medicare lists 17 hospices for Pontoon Beach ZIP codes, including Unity Hospice Of Greater St Louis, Bjc Hospice, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest.
How much does respite care cost in Pontoon Beach?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,282 monthly median income of Pontoon Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Pontoon Beach. 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 Illinois.
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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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