Respite Care in South Toms River, NJ
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Respite Care in South Toms River, NJ: the local picture
Most older adults in South Toms River live with someone: 83% 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 77 South Toms River residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (31% in Ocean County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 17 hospices serving South Toms River ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
South Toms River compared with Ocean County and New Jersey
| Census figure | South Toms River | Ocean County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 30% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.8% | 23% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.3% | 8.3% | 9.7% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.2% | 6.0% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,500 | $62,752 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Toms River
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beachwood, NJ | 0.8 mi | 2,182 | 22% |
| Holiday City South, NJ | 1.9 mi | 2,808 | 34% |
| Toms River, NJ | 4.0 mi | 18,961 | 32% |
| Holiday City-Berkeley, NJ | 4.2 mi | 8,958 | 39% |
| Pine Lake Park, NJ | 5.1 mi | 1,290 | 40% |
| Pine Ridge at Crestwood, NJ | 5.8 mi | 1,762 | 36% |
Hospices serving South Toms River
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vna Of Central Jersey Home Care & Hospice | Toms River, NJ | 3.8 mi | (732) 818-6800 |
| Holisticare Hospice Of New Jersey, LLC | Toms River, NJ | 4.3 mi | (844) 254-4400 |
| Affinity Care Of NJ, LLC | Brick, NJ | 8.6 mi | (732) 800-9494 |
| Swan Hospice | Lakewood, NJ | 10 mi | (908) 818-1700 |
| Hackensack Meridian Hospice | Neptune, NJ | 20 mi | (732) 751-3750 |
Nursing homes near South Toms River (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Medical Center Tcu | Toms River, NJ | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 25 | (732) 557-8000 |
| Complete Care At Holiday City | Toms River, NJ | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 180 | (732) 240-0900 |
| Crystal Lake Healthcare And Rehabilitation | Bayville, NJ | 3.1 mi | not rated | 235 | (732) 269-0500 |
| Complete Care At Bey Lea, LLC | Toms River, NJ | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (732) 240-0090 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Toms River. 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 Toms River
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,625 monthly median income of South Toms River households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Toms River: common questions
Which hospices serve South Toms River?
Medicare lists 17 hospices for South Toms River ZIP codes, including Vna Of Central Jersey Home Care & Hospice, Holisticare Hospice Of New Jersey, LLC, Affinity Care Of NJ, LLC.
How much does respite care cost in South Toms River?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,625 monthly median income of South Toms River households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Toms River. 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 New Jersey.
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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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