Respite Care in Tarpon Springs, FL
A few hours, a day or a weekend of cover so the family member doing the caring can rest, work, see a doctor or travel. Post what you need in Tarpon Springs for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Respite Care in Tarpon Springs, FL: the local picture
Most older adults in Tarpon Springs live with someone: 66% 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 2,638 Tarpon Springs residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (31% in Pinellas County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 8 hospices serving Tarpon Springs ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Tarpon Springs compared with Pinellas County and Florida
| Census figure | Tarpon Springs | Pinellas County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 32% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 30% | 26% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.2% | 12% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.4% | 6.9% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,149 | $54,353 | — |
Older residents in towns around Tarpon Springs
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday, FL | 3.4 mi | 4,869 | 36% |
| Beacon Square, FL | 4.6 mi | 1,379 | 35% |
| Palm Harbor, FL | 4.6 mi | 17,566 | 31% |
| Elfers, FL | 5.7 mi | 2,733 | 33% |
| East Lake, FL | 5.8 mi | 9,395 | 30% |
| New Port Richey, FL | 7.7 mi | 5,205 | 37% |
Hospices serving Tarpon Springs
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suncoast Hospice | Palm Harbor, FL | 5.5 mi | (727) 467-7423 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C | Clearwater, FL | 14 mi | (727) 270-9800 |
| Gulfside Hospice, Inc | Land O Lakes, FL | 21 mi | (727) 845-5707 |
| Accent Care Hospice & Palliative Care Of Hillsboro | Tampa, FL | 22 mi | (813) 607-2630 |
| Lifepath Hospice | Temple Terrace, FL | 26 mi | (813) 877-2200 |
Nursing homes near Tarpon Springs (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarpon Bayou Center | Tarpon Springs, FL | 0.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 114 | (727) 934-4629 |
| Peninsula Health Center By Harborview | Tarpon Springs, FL | 2.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (727) 934-0876 |
| Aviata At The Palms | Palm Harbor, FL | 5.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (727) 785-5671 |
| St Mark Village | Palm Harbor, FL | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (727) 785-2577 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Tarpon Springs. 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 Tarpon Springs
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 29% of the $4,846 monthly median income of Tarpon Springs 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Respite Care in Tarpon Springs: common questions
Which hospices serve Tarpon Springs?
Medicare lists 8 hospices for Tarpon Springs ZIP codes, including Suncoast Hospice, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C, Gulfside Hospice, Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Tarpon Springs?
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 29% of the $4,846 monthly median income of Tarpon Springs 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 Tarpon Springs. 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.
More senior care near Tarpon Springs
Respite Care in nearby cities
- Respite Care in Holiday, FL
- Respite Care in Beacon Square, FL
- Respite Care in Palm Harbor, FL
- Respite Care in Elfers, FL
- Respite Care in East Lake, FL
- Respite Care in New Port Richey, FL
- Respite Care in Dunedin, FL
- Respite Care in Trinity, FL
- Respite Care in Port Richey, FL
- Respite Care in New Port Richey East, FL
- Respite Care in Oldsmar, FL
- Respite Care in Keystone, FL
- Respite Care in Safety Harbor, FL
- Respite Care in Jasmine Estates, FL
- Respite Care in Clearwater, FL
- Respite Care in Westchase, FL
Other care in Tarpon Springs
- Companion Care in Tarpon Springs
- Dementia Care in Tarpon Springs
- Live-In Caregivers in Tarpon Springs
- Post-Surgery Care in Tarpon Springs
- Senior Transportation in Tarpon Springs
- Home Health Aides in Tarpon Springs
- Nursing Assistants in Tarpon Springs
- Personal Care in Tarpon Springs
- Overnight Caregivers in Tarpon Springs
- 24-Hour Home Care in Tarpon Springs
- Mobility Assistance in Tarpon Springs
- Parkinson’s Care in Tarpon Springs
- Stroke Recovery Support in Tarpon Springs
- Disability Care for Adults in Tarpon Springs
- Hospice Support in Tarpon Springs
- Senior Meal Preparation in Tarpon Springs
- Senior Housekeeping in Tarpon Springs
- Medication Reminders in Tarpon Springs
- Veterans’ Home Care in Tarpon Springs
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.
Find respite care in Tarpon Springs
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Tarpon Springs can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
