Respite Care in Springfield, MA
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Respite Care in Springfield, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in Springfield live with someone: 63% 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 8,355 Springfield residents aged 65 or older report a disability (42%) (35% in Hampden County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 12 hospices serving Springfield ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Springfield compared with Hampden County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Springfield | Hampden County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 35% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 33% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 22% | 15% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 18% | 12% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $35,394 | $48,894 | — |
Older residents in towns around Springfield
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicopee, MA | 4.6 mi | 10,770 | 37% |
| Longmeadow, MA | 4.9 mi | 3,618 | 27% |
| Wilbraham, MA | 5.3 mi | 1,345 | 26% |
| West Springfield Town, MA | 5.7 mi | 5,038 | 30% |
| Agawam Town, MA | 6.8 mi | 6,890 | 32% |
| Sherwood Manor, CT | 7.3 mi | 1,169 | 18% |
Hospices serving Springfield
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hospice, An Amyedisys Company | Springfield, MA | 3.2 mi | (413) 205-1229 |
| Legacy Lifecare Home Health And Hospice Care- West | Longmeadow, MA | 4.7 mi | (978) 471-5146 |
| Baystate Hospice | West Springfield, MA | 5.2 mi | (413) 794-6411 |
| Hospice Life Care | Holyoke, MA | 7.4 mi | (413) 534-5691 |
| Hospice Services Of Western & Central Mass | Feeding Hills, MA | 7.6 mi | (413) 786-4004 |
Nursing homes near Springfield (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loomis Lakeside At Reeds Landing | Springfield, MA | 0.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 42 | (413) 782-1800 |
| Sixteen Acres Health And Rehabilitation Center LLC | Springfield, MA | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (413) 796-7511 |
| Chicopee Rehabilitation And Nursing | Chicopee, MA | 3.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 68 | (413) 592-7738 |
| Julian J Levitt Family Nursing Home | Longmeadow, MA | 3.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 200 | (413) 567-6211 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Springfield. 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 Springfield
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 58% of the $2,950 monthly median income of Springfield 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 Springfield: common questions
Which hospices serve Springfield?
Medicare lists 12 hospices for Springfield ZIP codes, including Beacon Hospice, An Amyedisys Company, Legacy Lifecare Home Health And Hospice Care- West, Baystate Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Springfield?
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 58% of the $2,950 monthly median income of Springfield 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 Springfield. 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.
More senior care near Springfield
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Chicopee, MA
- Respite Care in Longmeadow, MA
- Respite Care in Wilbraham, MA
- Respite Care in West Springfield Town, MA
- Respite Care in Agawam Town, MA
- Respite Care in Sherwood Manor, CT
- Respite Care in Holyoke, MA
- Respite Care in Hazardville, CT
- Respite Care in Thompsonville, CT
- Respite Care in Southwood Acres, CT
- Respite Care in Westfield, MA
- Respite Care in Easthampton, MA
- Respite Care in Palmer Town, MA
- Respite Care in Broad Brook, CT
- Respite Care in Windsor Locks, CT
- Respite Care in Stafford Springs, CT
Other care in Springfield
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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