Respite Care in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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Respite Care in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Rancho Palos Verdes 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 2,650 Rancho Palos Verdes residents aged 65 or older report a disability (24%) (34% in Los Angeles County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 110 hospices serving Rancho Palos Verdes ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Rancho Palos Verdes compared with Los Angeles County and California
| Census figure | Rancho Palos Verdes | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 22% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 27% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.8% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.6% | 15% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.5% | 8.9% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $141,326 | $64,269 | — |
Older residents in towns around Rancho Palos Verdes
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 3.7 mi | 2,151 | 25% |
| Palos Verdes Estates, CA | 4.1 mi | 3,516 | 20% |
| Lomita, CA | 4.8 mi | 3,668 | 26% |
| Torrance, CA | 6.4 mi | 26,698 | 27% |
| West Carson, CA | 7.3 mi | 5,425 | 36% |
| Redondo Beach, CA | 7.9 mi | 10,923 | 24% |
Hospices serving Rancho Palos Verdes
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salute Hospice Inc. | Lomita, CA | 4.9 mi | (818) 638-8522 |
| Torrance Memorial Hospice | Torrance, CA | 5.1 mi | (310) 784-3751 |
| Vc Hospice, Inc | Torrance, CA | 5.1 mi | (310) 325-0982 |
| Agape Hospice & Palliative Care LLC | Torrance, CA | 5.1 mi | (213) 234-5535 |
| Haga Hospice, Inc | Harbor City, CA | 5.7 mi | (818) 988-0162 |
Nursing homes near Rancho Palos Verdes (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seacrest Post-Acute Care Center | San Pedro, CA | 3.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 80 | (310) 833-3526 |
| White Point Care Center | San Pedro, CA | 3.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 99 | (310) 832-6431 |
| Providence Little Comp Of Mary Subacute Care Ctr | San Pedro, CA | 3.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 125 | (310) 791-4518 |
| Palos Verdes Health Care Center | Lomita, CA | 4.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 48 | (310) 784-5440 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rancho Palos Verdes. 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 Rancho Palos Verdes
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 12% of the $11,777 monthly median income of Rancho Palos Verdes 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 Rancho Palos Verdes: common questions
Which hospices serve Rancho Palos Verdes?
Medicare lists 110 hospices for Rancho Palos Verdes ZIP codes, including Salute Hospice Inc., Torrance Memorial Hospice, Vc Hospice, Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Rancho Palos Verdes?
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 12% of the $11,777 monthly median income of Rancho Palos Verdes 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 Rancho Palos Verdes. 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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