Respite Care in Story City, IA
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Respite Care in Story City, IA: the local picture
Most older adults in Story City live with someone: 54% 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 159 Story City residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (26% in Story County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 6 hospices serving Story City ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Story City compared with Story County and Iowa
| Census figure | Story City | Story County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 46% | 30% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 13% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.5% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.3% | 5.6% | 8.4% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,250 | $69,964 | — |
Older residents in towns around Story City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames, IA | 11 mi | 7,494 | 27% |
| Nevada, IA | 13 mi | 1,242 | 29% |
| Boone, IA | 17 mi | 2,272 | 35% |
| Huxley, IA | 20 mi | 525 | 32% |
| Webster City, IA | 22 mi | 1,463 | 46% |
| Madrid, IA | 25 mi | 566 | 41% |
Hospices serving Story City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Greeley Hospice Services | Ames, IA | 11 mi | (515) 239-2011 |
| St Croix Hospice | Ankeny, IA | 32 mi | (515) 276-2700 |
| Iowa River Hospice | Marshalltown, IA | 36 mi | (641) 753-7704 |
| Wesleylife Hospice | Urbandale, IA | 39 mi | (515) 271-6777 |
| Suncrest Hospice, LLC | West Des Moines, IA | 44 mi | (515) 327-6026 |
Nursing homes near Story City (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Life | Story City, IA | 0.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 126 | (515) 733-4325 |
| Accura Healthcare Of Ames, LLC | Ames, IA | 9.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 75 | (515) 232-3426 |
| Northridge Village | Ames, IA | 9.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 38 | (515) 232-1000 |
| Green Hills Health Care Center | Ames, IA | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | 56 | (515) 296-5000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Story City. 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 Story City
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,521 monthly median income of Story City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Story City: common questions
Which hospices serve Story City?
Medicare lists 6 hospices for Story City ZIP codes, including Mary Greeley Hospice Services, St Croix Hospice, Iowa River Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Story City?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,521 monthly median income of Story City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Story City. 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 Iowa.
More senior care near Story City
Respite Care in nearby cities
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- Respite Care in Madrid, IA
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- Stroke Recovery Support in Story City
- Disability Care for Adults in Story City
- Hospice Support in Story City
- Senior Meal Preparation in Story City
- Senior Housekeeping in Story City
- Medication Reminders in Story City
- Veterans’ Home Care in Story City
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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