Respite Care in St. Louis, MO
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Respite Care in St. Louis, MO: the local picture
Most older adults in St. Louis live with someone: 56% 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 17,161 St. Louis residents aged 65 or older report a disability (39%). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 19 hospices serving St. Louis ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
St. Louis compared with Missouri
| Census figure | St. Louis | Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 18% | 6.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,674 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Louis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Lawn, MO | 4.4 mi | 326 | 50% |
| Maplewood, MO | 4.6 mi | 817 | 30% |
| Pagedale, MO | 4.6 mi | 511 | 31% |
| Clayton, MO | 4.7 mi | 2,418 | 19% |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 4.8 mi | 1,238 | 23% |
| Northwoods, MO | 5.1 mi | 1,033 | 53% |
Hospices serving St. Louis
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medi-Plex Hospice, LLC | Saint Louis, MO | 1.3 mi | (314) 993-5580 |
| Unity Hospice Gsl, LLC | Saint Louis, MO | 3.1 mi | (314) 645-8648 |
| Evertrue Hospice | Brentwood, MO | 5.8 mi | (314) 446-2539 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Missouri | Saint Louis, MO | 11 mi | (314) 909-6200 |
| Bristol Hospice - St Louis | Saint Louis, MO | 11 mi | (314) 962-4673 |
Nursing homes near St. Louis (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bernard Care Center | Saint Louis, MO | 0.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 141 | (314) 371-0200 |
| Life Care Center Of St Louis | Saint Louis, MO | 0.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 100 | (314) 771-2100 |
| Grand Manor Health Care Center | Saint Louis, MO | 1.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (314) 531-2352 |
| Blue Circle Rehab And Nursing | Saint Louis, MO | 1.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 90 | (314) 531-0500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Louis. 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. Louis
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,473 monthly median income of St. Louis households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
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. Louis: common questions
Which hospices serve St. Louis?
Medicare lists 19 hospices for St. Louis ZIP codes, including Medi-Plex Hospice, LLC, Unity Hospice Gsl, LLC, Evertrue Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in St. Louis?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,473 monthly median income of St. Louis households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 St. Louis. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver covers Missouri.
More senior care near St. Louis
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Pine Lawn, MO
- Respite Care in Maplewood, MO
- Respite Care in Pagedale, MO
- Respite Care in Clayton, MO
- Respite Care in Richmond Heights, MO
- Respite Care in Northwoods, MO
- Respite Care in University City, MO
- Respite Care in Shrewsbury, MO
- Respite Care in Brentwood, MO
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- Overnight Caregivers in St. Louis
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- Parkinson’s Care in St. Louis
- Stroke Recovery Support in St. Louis
- Disability Care for Adults in St. Louis
- Hospice Support in St. Louis
- Senior Meal Preparation in St. Louis
- Senior Housekeeping in St. Louis
- Medication Reminders in St. Louis
- Veterans’ Home Care in St. Louis
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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