Respite Care in Salt Lake City, UT
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Respite Care in Salt Lake City, UT: the local picture
Most older adults in Salt Lake City live with someone: 64% 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 8,690 Salt Lake City residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (30% in Salt Lake County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 53 hospices serving Salt Lake City ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Salt Lake City compared with Salt Lake County and Utah
| Census figure | Salt Lake City | Salt Lake County | Utah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 25% | 22% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 12% | 12% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 7.8% | 7.5% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 5.5% | 4.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,645 | $71,396 | — |
Older residents in towns around Salt Lake City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Salt Lake, UT | 4.9 mi | 2,294 | 25% |
| South Salt Lake, UT | 5.2 mi | 2,054 | 32% |
| Woods Cross, UT | 6.7 mi | 760 | 20% |
| West Valley City, UT | 7.4 mi | 12,510 | 35% |
| Bountiful, UT | 7.5 mi | 6,716 | 30% |
| Millcreek, UT | 8.1 mi | 10,044 | 29% |
Hospices serving Salt Lake City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| True North Hospice | South Salt Lake, UT | 4.7 mi | (801) 922-4790 |
| Hospice For Utah LLC | South Salt Lake, UT | 4.7 mi | (801) 576-1455 |
| Cns Community Hospice | West Valley City, UT | 6.9 mi | (801) 233-6100 |
| Ovation Hospice Of Salt Lake | Bountiful, UT | 7.6 mi | (385) 486-3697 |
| Rocky Mountain Hospice - Utah | Woods Cross, UT | 7.6 mi | (801) 397-4900 |
Nursing homes near Salt Lake City (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Manor | Salt Lake City, UT | 0.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 82 | (801) 363-6340 |
| Pine Creek Rehabilitation And Nursing | Salt Lake City, UT | 1.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 34 | (801) 355-9649 |
| Maple Ridge Rehabilitation And Nursing | Salt Lake City, UT | 3.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 36 | (801) 355-6891 |
| City Creek Post Acute | Salt Lake City, UT | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 108 | (801) 322-5521 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City
At the Utah median aide wage of $17.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,495 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,554 monthly median income of Salt Lake City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Utah'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 Salt Lake City: common questions
Which hospices serve Salt Lake City?
Medicare lists 53 hospices for Salt Lake City ZIP codes, including True North Hospice, Hospice For Utah LLC, Cns Community Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Salt Lake City?
At the Utah median aide wage of $17.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,495 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,554 monthly median income of Salt Lake City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Utah'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 Salt Lake City. 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 Utah.
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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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