Respite Care in Sun City West, AZ
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Respite Care in Sun City West, AZ: the local picture
Most older adults in Sun City West live with someone: 76% 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 6,685 Sun City West residents aged 65 or older report a disability (29%) (31% in Maricopa County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 72 hospices serving Sun City West ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Sun City West compared with Maricopa County and Arizona
| Census figure | Sun City West | Maricopa County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 31% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 25% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 85% | 16% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 14% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.2% | 9.7% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.2% | 5.1% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,956 | $66,038 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sun City West
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surprise, AZ | 5.5 mi | 34,432 | 28% |
| Sun City, AZ | 5.8 mi | 28,020 | 33% |
| El Mirage, AZ | 5.9 mi | 3,636 | 36% |
| Youngtown, AZ | 6.7 mi | 1,270 | 46% |
| Peoria, AZ | 8.4 mi | 38,580 | 34% |
| Citrus Park, AZ | 11 mi | 1,055 | 29% |
Hospices serving Sun City West
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savior Hospice | Surprise, AZ | 3.2 mi | (605) 210-1254 |
| Mountain View Hospice, LLC | Peoria, AZ | 9.0 mi | (623) 230-3698 |
| Billet Hospice Inc- Peoria | Peoria, AZ | 9.0 mi | (833) 224-5538 |
| Rd Hospice | Peoria, AZ | 9.1 mi | (623) 688-0011 |
| Canyon Home Care & Hospice | Glendale, AZ | 9.6 mi | (602) 314-6246 |
Nursing homes near Sun City West (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun West Choice Healthcare & Rehab | Sun City West, AZ | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 140 | (623) 584-6161 |
| Sun Health Grandview Care Center | Sun City West, AZ | 1.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 72 | (623) 975-8100 |
| Sante Of Surprise | Surprise, AZ | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 70 | (623) 594-5050 |
| Surprise Health And Rehabilitation Center | Surprise, AZ | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 110 | (623) 546-5030 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sun City West. 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 Sun City West
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,246 monthly median income of Sun City West households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
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 Sun City West: common questions
Which hospices serve Sun City West?
Medicare lists 72 hospices for Sun City West ZIP codes, including Savior Hospice, Mountain View Hospice, LLC, Billet Hospice Inc- Peoria.
How much does respite care cost in Sun City West?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,246 monthly median income of Sun City West households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 Sun City West. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona covers Arizona.
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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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