Respite Care in Show Low, AZ
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Respite Care in Show Low, AZ: the local picture
Most older adults in Show Low live with someone: 74% 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 889 Show Low residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (37% in Navajo County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 7 hospices serving Show Low ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Show Low compared with Navajo County and Arizona
| Census figure | Show Low | Navajo County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 37% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 21% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 28% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.8% | 18% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 8.5% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $57,404 | $44,849 | — |
Older residents in towns around Show Low
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden, AZ | 5.6 mi | 734 | 33% |
| White Mountain Lake, AZ | 6.2 mi | 706 | 29% |
| Lake of the Woods, AZ | 8.2 mi | 1,093 | 30% |
| Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ | 9.1 mi | 1,397 | 43% |
| Taylor, AZ | 13 mi | 801 | 14% |
| Snowflake, AZ | 18 mi | 958 | 27% |
Hospices serving Show Low
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hospice Of The White Mountains, LLC | Show Low, AZ | 3.2 mi | (928) 271-8013 |
| Hospice Compassus - White Mountain | Lakeside, AZ | 7.4 mi | (928) 368-4400 |
| Arizona Life Hospice | Mesa, AZ | 114 mi | (480) 708-0829 |
| Savior Hospice | Phoenix, AZ | 122 mi | (480) 320-4733 |
| Hospice Of The Valley - Central | Phoenix, AZ | 127 mi | (602) 287-7000 |
Nursing homes near Show Low (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Of Show Low | Show Low, AZ | 4.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 58 | (928) 537-5333 |
| Haven Of Lakeside | Lakeside, AZ | 4.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 112 | (928) 368-2060 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Show Low. 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 Show Low
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,784 monthly median income of Show Low households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
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 Show Low: common questions
Which hospices serve Show Low?
Medicare lists 7 hospices for Show Low ZIP codes, including Accord Hospice Of The White Mountains, LLC, Hospice Compassus - White Mountain, Arizona Life Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Show Low?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,784 monthly median income of Show Low households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 Show Low. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona covers Arizona.
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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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