Respite Care in St. Augustine Shores, FL
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Respite Care in St. Augustine Shores, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in St. Augustine Shores live with someone: 67% 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 841 St. Augustine Shores residents aged 65 or older report a disability (27%) (25% in St. Johns County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 8 hospices serving St. Augustine Shores ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
St. Augustine Shores compared with St. Johns County and Florida
| Census figure | St. Augustine Shores | St. Johns County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 25% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 20% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 34% | 21% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.6% | 6.7% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.0% | 3.1% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,644 | $75,579 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Augustine Shores
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Augustine South, FL | 2.7 mi | 1,269 | 26% |
| Butler Beach, FL | 2.9 mi | 1,864 | 19% |
| St. Augustine Beach, FL | 3.5 mi | 2,054 | 29% |
| St. Augustine, FL | 6.2 mi | 4,213 | 31% |
| Flagler Estates, FL | 14 mi | 624 | 20% |
| World Golf Village, FL | 15 mi | 5,175 | 17% |
Hospices serving St. Augustine Shores
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | (904) 268-5200 |
| Heartland Hospice (Jacksonville) | Jacksonville, FL | 32 mi | (904) 737-2553 |
| Adventhealth Hospice Care East Florida | Ormond Beach, FL | 39 mi | (386) 231-6555 |
| Hospice Of Florida | Jacksonville, FL | 42 mi | (904) 740-2310 |
| Halifax Health Hospice | Port Orange, FL | 49 mi | (386) 425-4701 |
Nursing homes near St. Augustine Shores (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moultrie Creek Nursing And Rehab Center | Saint Augustine, FL | 0.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (904) 797-1800 |
| Ponce Therapy Care Center And Rehab, The | Saint Augustine, FL | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (904) 824-3311 |
| St Augustine Health And Rehabilitation Center | Saint Augustine, FL | 4.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (904) 824-4479 |
| Lilac At Bayview, The | Saint Augustine, FL | 5.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (904) 829-3475 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Augustine Shores. 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 St. Augustine Shores
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,720 monthly median income of St. Augustine Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 St. Augustine Shores: common questions
Which hospices serve St. Augustine Shores?
Medicare lists 8 hospices for St. Augustine Shores ZIP codes, including Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc, Heartland Hospice (Jacksonville), Adventhealth Hospice Care East Florida.
How much does respite care cost in St. Augustine Shores?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,720 monthly median income of St. Augustine Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 St. Augustine Shores. 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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO covers Florida.
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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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