Respite Care in South Duxbury, MA
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Respite Care in South Duxbury, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in South Duxbury live with someone: 75% 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 155 South Duxbury residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (28% in Plymouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 15 hospices serving South Duxbury ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
South Duxbury compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | South Duxbury | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 25% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.9% | 9.0% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.9% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $94,491 | $73,775 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Duxbury
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston, MA | 2.2 mi | 1,449 | 36% |
| North Plymouth, MA | 3.0 mi | 772 | 31% |
| Plymouth, MA | 4.3 mi | 1,743 | 29% |
| Marshfield, MA | 5.8 mi | 972 | 19% |
| Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA | 6.0 mi | 1,128 | 25% |
| North Pembroke, MA | 7.3 mi | 1,092 | 25% |
Hospices serving South Duxbury
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Hospice | Plymouth, MA | 7.8 mi | (508) 746-0215 |
| Autumn Hospice | Norwell, MA | 12 mi | (781) 480-1445 |
| Croi Health | Norwell, MA | 12 mi | (781) 659-2342 |
| Sunset Hospice | Middleboro, MA | 14 mi | (774) 419-2029 |
| Old Colony Hospice, Inc | W Bridgewater, MA | 17 mi | (781) 341-4145 |
Nursing homes near South Duxbury (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Path At Duxbury Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr | Duxbury, MA | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (781) 585-5561 |
| Wingate At Silver Lake | Kingston, MA | 5.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 164 | (781) 585-4100 |
| Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center | Plymouth, MA | 5.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 186 | (508) 746-4343 |
| Plymouth Harborside Healthcare | Plymouth, MA | 5.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 101 | (508) 747-4790 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Duxbury. 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 South Duxbury
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,874 monthly median income of South Duxbury households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 South Duxbury: common questions
Which hospices serve South Duxbury?
Medicare lists 15 hospices for South Duxbury ZIP codes, including Cranberry Hospice, Autumn Hospice, Croi Health.
How much does respite care cost in South Duxbury?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,874 monthly median income of South Duxbury households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 South Duxbury. 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 Massachusetts.
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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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