Respite Care in The Pinehills, MA
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Respite Care in The Pinehills, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in The Pinehills live with someone: 86% 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 659 The Pinehills residents aged 65 or older report a disability (19%) (28% in Plymouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 23 hospices serving The Pinehills ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
The Pinehills compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | The Pinehills | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 19% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 25% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 67% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.1% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.9% | 9.0% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.7% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $114,397 | $73,775 | — |
Older residents in towns around The Pinehills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth, MA | 5.6 mi | 1,743 | 29% |
| North Plymouth, MA | 7.0 mi | 772 | 31% |
| Sagamore, MA | 8.4 mi | 860 | 20% |
| Kingston, MA | 9.5 mi | 1,449 | 36% |
| South Duxbury, MA | 9.8 mi | 719 | 22% |
| Buzzards Bay, MA | 9.8 mi | 941 | 30% |
Hospices serving The Pinehills
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Hospice | Plymouth, MA | 2.6 mi | (508) 746-0215 |
| Sunset Hospice | Middleboro, MA | 15 mi | (774) 419-2029 |
| Hospice Services Of Massachusetts | Lakeville, MA | 19 mi | (508) 291-0049 |
| Compassionate Care Hospice Of Southeastern Massachusetts LLC | Bridgewater, MA | 20 mi | (508) 399-5900 |
| Autumn Hospice | Norwell, MA | 22 mi | (781) 480-1445 |
Nursing homes near The Pinehills (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Plymouth | Plymouth, MA | 4.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 150 | (508) 747-9800 |
| Plymouth Harborside Healthcare | Plymouth, MA | 4.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 101 | (508) 747-4790 |
| Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center | Plymouth, MA | 4.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 186 | (508) 746-4343 |
| Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Buzzards Bay, MA | 9.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 99 | (508) 759-5752 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The Pinehills. 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 The Pinehills
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $9,533 monthly median income of The Pinehills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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 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 The Pinehills: common questions
Which hospices serve The Pinehills?
Medicare lists 23 hospices for The Pinehills ZIP codes, including Cranberry Hospice, Sunset Hospice, Hospice Services Of Massachusetts.
How much does respite care cost in The Pinehills?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $9,533 monthly median income of The Pinehills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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 The Pinehills. 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 Massachusetts.
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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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