Respite Care in Simi Valley, CA
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Respite Care in Simi Valley, CA: the local picture
Most older adults in Simi Valley live with someone: 77% 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 7,231 Simi Valley residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (33% in Ventura County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 213 hospices serving Simi Valley ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Simi Valley compared with Ventura County and California
| Census figure | Simi Valley | Ventura County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 22% | 23% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 16% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.5% | 8.8% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.8% | 4.1% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $74,469 | $81,454 | — |
Older residents in towns around Simi Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park, CA | 5.8 mi | 2,187 | 13% |
| Moorpark, CA | 7.5 mi | 5,233 | 28% |
| Agoura Hills, CA | 8.2 mi | 3,775 | 23% |
| Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.8 mi | 25,928 | 29% |
| Santa Rosa Valley, CA | 8.9 mi | 737 | 29% |
| Westlake Village, CA | 9.8 mi | 2,157 | 20% |
Hospices serving Simi Valley
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Z Hospice, Inc | Simi Valley, CA | 1.0 mi | (818) 454-2189 |
| Heavenly Gates Hospice, Inc | Simi Valley, CA | 1.0 mi | (805) 522-5512 |
| Sh Hospice Inc | Simi Valley, CA | 1.0 mi | (805) 600-8009 |
| Passages Hospice Care, Inc | Simi Valley, CA | 1.0 mi | (805) 865-5681 |
| Adventist Health Home Care Services | Simi Valley, CA | 1.0 mi | (916) 780-2480 |
Nursing homes near Simi Valley (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simi Healthcare Center | Simi Valley, CA | 3.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 99 | (805) 522-9155 |
| Oakview Skilled Nursing | Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 48 | (805) 241-2000 |
| Thousand Oaks Post Acute, LLC | Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (805) 492-2444 |
| Chatsworth Park Health Care Center | Chatsworth, CA | 8.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 128 | (818) 882-3200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Simi Valley. 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 Simi Valley
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 24% of the $6,206 monthly median income of Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley: common questions
Which hospices serve Simi Valley?
Medicare lists 213 hospices for Simi Valley ZIP codes, including A-Z Hospice, Inc, Heavenly Gates Hospice, Inc, Sh Hospice Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Simi Valley?
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 24% of the $6,206 monthly median income of Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley. 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.
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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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