Respite Care in St. Clair Shores, MI
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Respite Care in St. Clair Shores, MI: the local picture
Most older adults in St. Clair Shores live with someone: 64% 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 4,255 St. Clair Shores residents aged 65 or older report a disability (34%) (34% in Macomb County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 44 hospices serving St. Clair Shores ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
St. Clair Shores compared with Macomb County and Michigan
| Census figure | St. Clair Shores | Macomb County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 34% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 31% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.7% | 9.3% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 6.2% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $52,218 | $55,374 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Clair Shores
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseville, MI | 2.5 mi | 8,297 | 42% |
| Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI | 3.1 mi | 815 | 34% |
| Eastpointe, MI | 3.4 mi | 4,553 | 39% |
| Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | 3.7 mi | 3,420 | 20% |
| Fraser, MI | 4.2 mi | 3,004 | 29% |
| Harper Woods, MI | 4.2 mi | 2,156 | 44% |
Hospices serving St. Clair Shores
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Hospice Inc | Warren, MI | 5.6 mi | (313) 551-4626 |
| Compassus-Northern Detroit | Warren, MI | 8.9 mi | (800) 248-2298 |
| Elara Caring | Clinton Township, MI | 9.5 mi | (586) 221-3056 |
| Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care Of Michigan | Madison Heights, MI | 11 mi | (800) 370-8592 |
| New Century Hospice And Palliative Care, LLC | Madison Heights, MI | 11 mi | (248) 997-4988 |
Nursing homes near St. Clair Shores (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorepointe Nursing Center | St. Clair Shores, MI | 0.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 200 | (586) 779-7000 |
| The Orchards At Roseville | Roseville, MI | 2.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 169 | (586) 773-6022 |
| Regency At St. Clair Shores | St. Clair Shores, MI | 2.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 146 | (586) 772-4300 |
| Optalis Health And Rehabilitation Of Grosse Pointe | Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | 3.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (586) 778-0800 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Clair 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. Clair Shores
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,352 monthly median income of St. Clair Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 St. Clair Shores: common questions
Which hospices serve St. Clair Shores?
Medicare lists 44 hospices for St. Clair Shores ZIP codes, including Choice Hospice Inc, Compassus-Northern Detroit, Elara Caring.
How much does respite care cost in St. Clair Shores?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,352 monthly median income of St. Clair Shores households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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. Clair Shores. 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 Michigan.
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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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