Respite Care in Port Arthur, TX
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Respite Care in Port Arthur, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Port Arthur live with someone: 65% 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 3,522 Port Arthur residents aged 65 or older report a disability (45%) (40% in Jefferson County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 31 hospices serving Port Arthur ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Port Arthur compared with Jefferson County and Texas
| Census figure | Port Arthur | Jefferson County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 40% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 29% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.8% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 24% | 15% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 8.1% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $35,104 | $47,997 | — |
Older residents in towns around Port Arthur
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groves, TX | 3.4 mi | 2,604 | 34% |
| Port Neches, TX | 5.8 mi | 2,377 | 34% |
| Nederland, TX | 8.0 mi | 3,007 | 35% |
| Bridge City, TX | 9.7 mi | 1,130 | 32% |
| Central Gardens, TX | 9.7 mi | 918 | 39% |
| West Orange, TX | 15 mi | 645 | 39% |
Hospices serving Port Arthur
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Hospice Of Southeast Texas | Nederland, TX | 8.1 mi | (409) 213-7300 |
| Stonewood Hospice Inc | Orange, TX | 12 mi | (409) 351-3262 |
| The Southeast Texas Hospice | Orange, TX | 12 mi | (409) 886-0622 |
| Three Oaks Hospice | Beaumont, TX | 17 mi | (409) 751-2100 |
| Trinity Hospice | Beaumont, TX | 17 mi | (409) 299-4477 |
Nursing homes near Port Arthur (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Nursing Home | Groves, TX | 2.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (409) 963-1266 |
| Magnolia Manor | Groves, TX | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 126 | (409) 962-5785 |
| Bonne Vie | Port Arthur, TX | 3.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 140 | (409) 727-1525 |
| Sabine Heights Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Port Arthur, TX | 4.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 150 | (409) 962-5541 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Port Arthur. 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 Port Arthur
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $2,925 monthly median income of Port Arthur households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Port Arthur: common questions
Which hospices serve Port Arthur?
Medicare lists 31 hospices for Port Arthur ZIP codes, including Harbor Hospice Of Southeast Texas, Stonewood Hospice Inc, The Southeast Texas Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Port Arthur?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $2,925 monthly median income of Port Arthur households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 Port Arthur. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver covers Texas.
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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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