Respite Care in Three Lakes, WA
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Respite Care in Three Lakes, WA: the local picture
Most older adults in Three Lakes live with someone: 95% 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 136 Three Lakes residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (33% in Snohomish County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 12 hospices serving Three Lakes ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Three Lakes compared with Snohomish County and Washington
| Census figure | Three Lakes | Snohomish County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 4.6% | 26% | 26% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.1% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.2% | 4.7% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $97,222 | $69,352 | — |
Older residents in towns around Three Lakes
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chain Lake, WA | 3.7 mi | 876 | 26% |
| Bunk Foss, WA | 5.4 mi | 591 | 39% |
| Snohomish, WA | 5.6 mi | 2,054 | 36% |
| Lake Stevens, WA | 6.4 mi | 3,450 | 37% |
| Woods Creek, WA | 6.4 mi | 881 | 21% |
| Monroe, WA | 6.6 mi | 2,069 | 34% |
Hospices serving Three Lakes
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Hospice | Everett, WA | 11 mi | (425) 595-3059 |
| Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County | Everett, WA | 11 mi | (425) 261-4800 |
| Bristol Hospice - Snohomish County | Lynnwood, WA | 14 mi | (425) 521-6939 |
| Continuum Care Of Snohomish, LLC | Lynnwood, WA | 18 mi | (510) 499-9977 |
| Evergreen Health Hospice Care | Kirkland, WA | 19 mi | (425) 899-1040 |
Nursing homes near Three Lakes (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snohomish Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia | Snohomish, WA | 5.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (360) 568-3161 |
| Regency Care Center At Monroe | Monroe, WA | 7.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 92 | (360) 794-4011 |
| Madison Post Acute | Everett, WA | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | 59 | (425) 353-4040 |
| Bethany At Pacific | Everett, WA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 80 | (425) 259-5508 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Three Lakes. 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 Three Lakes
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $8,102 monthly median income of Three Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Three Lakes: common questions
Which hospices serve Three Lakes?
Medicare lists 12 hospices for Three Lakes ZIP codes, including Alpha Hospice, Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County, Bristol Hospice - Snohomish County.
How much does respite care cost in Three Lakes?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $8,102 monthly median income of Three Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Three Lakes. 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 Washington.
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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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