Respite Care in Siena College, NY
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Respite Care in Siena College, NY: the local picture
About 6 Siena College residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (29% in Albany County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving Siena College ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Siena College compared with Albany County and New York
| Census figure | Siena College | Albany County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 29% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.7% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.1% | 2.3% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 10% | 13% |
Older residents in towns around Siena College
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loudonville, NY | 0.9 mi | 2,144 | 19% |
| Latham, NY | 1.6 mi | 2,768 | 27% |
| Watervliet, NY | 2.2 mi | 2,003 | 37% |
| Menands, NY | 2.3 mi | 644 | 42% |
| Roessleville, NY | 2.8 mi | 2,130 | 21% |
| Green Island, NY | 3.5 mi | 491 | 32% |
Hospices serving Siena College
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Hospice, Inc, The | Albany, NY | 3.6 mi | (518) 724-0200 |
Nursing homes near Siena College (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing | Troy, NY | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 78 | (518) 273-6646 |
| Hudson Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Albany, NY | 3.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 169 | (518) 449-1100 |
| Shaker Place Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Albany, NY | 3.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 250 | (518) 869-2231 |
| Eddy Village Green | Cohoes, NY | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 192 | (518) 237-5630 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Siena College. 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 Siena College
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Siena College: common questions
Which hospices serve Siena College?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for Siena College ZIP codes, including Community Hospice, Inc, The.
How much does respite care cost in Siena College?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 Siena College. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member covers New York.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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