Respite Care in Santa Clara, UT
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Respite Care in Santa Clara, UT: the local picture
Most older adults in Santa Clara live with someone: 86% 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 471 Santa Clara residents aged 65 or older report a disability (37%) (28% in Washington County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 14 hospices serving Santa Clara ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Santa Clara compared with Washington County and Utah
| Census figure | Santa Clara | Washington County | Utah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 20% | 22% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 22% | 12% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.0% | 7.6% | 7.5% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.1% | 3.3% | 4.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $94,744 | $65,413 | — |
Older residents in towns around Santa Clara
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivins, UT | 3.2 mi | 3,191 | 20% |
| St. George, UT | 5.8 mi | 22,225 | 31% |
| Washington, UT | 9.3 mi | 6,786 | 22% |
| Hurricane, UT | 16 mi | 5,694 | 28% |
| La Verkin, UT | 23 mi | 645 | 33% |
| Mesquite, NV | 34 mi | 10,324 | 28% |
Hospices serving Santa Clara
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion's Way Hospice | St George, UT | 4.4 mi | (435) 688-0648 |
| Intermountain Health Hospice - St. George | St George, UT | 4.4 mi | (435) 251-2367 |
| Canyon Hospice Of Southern Utah | St. George, UT | 4.4 mi | (435) 773-6600 |
| Dixie Hospice Care LLC | St. George, UT | 6.4 mi | (435) 627-2724 |
| Advanced Hospice Of St. George | St George, UT | 6.4 mi | (435) 522-2200 |
Nursing homes near Santa Clara (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins | Ivins, UT | 3.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 108 | (435) 634-5220 |
| Seasons Healthcare And Rehabilitation | St. George, UT | 3.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 53 | (435) 628-1601 |
| St. George Rehabilitation | St. George, UT | 5.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (435) 628-0488 |
| Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health And Rehab | St. George, UT | 5.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 149 | (435) 688-1207 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Santa Clara. 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 Santa Clara
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 19% of the $7,895 monthly median income of Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara: common questions
Which hospices serve Santa Clara?
Medicare lists 14 hospices for Santa Clara ZIP codes, including Zion's Way Hospice, Intermountain Health Hospice - St. George, Canyon Hospice Of Southern Utah.
How much does respite care cost in Santa Clara?
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 19% of the $7,895 monthly median income of Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara. 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.
More senior care near Santa Clara
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- Respite Care in St. George, UT
- Respite Care in Washington, UT
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- Respite Care in Mesquite, NV
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- Stroke Recovery Support in Santa Clara
- Disability Care for Adults in Santa Clara
- Hospice Support in Santa Clara
- Senior Meal Preparation in Santa Clara
- Senior Housekeeping in Santa Clara
- Medication Reminders in Santa Clara
- Veterans’ Home Care in Santa Clara
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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