Respite Care in Sacramento, CA
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Respite Care in Sacramento, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Sacramento live with someone: 71% 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 26,904 Sacramento residents aged 65 or older report a disability (36%) (36% in Sacramento County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 67 hospices serving Sacramento ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Sacramento compared with Sacramento County and California
| Census figure | Sacramento | Sacramento County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 26% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 11% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.4% | 6.6% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,777 | $68,898 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sacramento
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitridge Pocket, CA | 2.5 mi | 801 | 49% |
| Lemon Hill, CA | 3.5 mi | 1,426 | 44% |
| West Sacramento, CA | 4.4 mi | 6,426 | 40% |
| Parkway, CA | 4.8 mi | 1,927 | 41% |
| Arden-Arcade, CA | 5.1 mi | 16,486 | 37% |
| La Riviera, CA | 6.1 mi | 1,466 | 30% |
Hospices serving Sacramento
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Ridge Hospice | Sacramento, CA | 1.6 mi | (800) 991-6147 |
| New Era Hospice, Inc | Sacramento, CA | 3.2 mi | (818) 450-4999 |
| Kh Prime Hospice Care | Sacramento, CA | 3.2 mi | (916) 809-7027 |
| Prohealth Home Care, Inc. | Sacramento, CA | 3.2 mi | (877) 267-1960 |
| Ahc Home Care Of Sacramento | North Sacramento, CA | 3.2 mi | (916) 758-6400 |
Nursing homes near Sacramento (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Town Oaks Post-Acute | Sacramento, CA | 0.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (916) 321-9440 |
| Saylor Lane Healthcare Center | Sacramento, CA | 0.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 42 | (916) 457-3500 |
| Mckinley Park Care Center | Sacramento, CA | 0.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 86 | (916) 452-3592 |
| University Post-Acute Rehab | Sacramento, CA | 0.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 59 | (916) 452-6631 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sacramento. 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 Sacramento
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 27% of the $5,398 monthly median income of Sacramento 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 Sacramento: common questions
Which hospices serve Sacramento?
Medicare lists 67 hospices for Sacramento ZIP codes, including Blossom Ridge Hospice, New Era Hospice, Inc, Kh Prime Hospice Care.
How much does respite care cost in Sacramento?
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 27% of the $5,398 monthly median income of Sacramento 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 Sacramento. 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.
More senior care near Sacramento
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Fruitridge Pocket, CA
- Respite Care in Lemon Hill, CA
- Respite Care in West Sacramento, CA
- Respite Care in Parkway, CA
- Respite Care in Arden-Arcade, CA
- Respite Care in La Riviera, CA
- Respite Care in Rosemont, CA
- Respite Care in Florin, CA
- Respite Care in Rio Linda, CA
- Respite Care in North Highlands, CA
- Respite Care in Carmichael, CA
- Respite Care in Mather, CA
- Respite Care in Vineyard, CA
- Respite Care in Elverta, CA
- Respite Care in Foothill Farms, CA
- Respite Care in Elk Grove, CA
Other care in Sacramento
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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