Respite Care in Travelers Rest, SC
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Respite Care in Travelers Rest, SC: the local picture
Most older adults in Travelers Rest live with someone: 63% 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 566 Travelers Rest residents aged 65 or older report a disability (44%) (33% in Greenville County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 25 hospices serving Travelers Rest ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Travelers Rest compared with Greenville County and South Carolina
| Census figure | Travelers Rest | Greenville County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 26% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.6% | 9.3% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.3% | 4.7% | 5.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $30,810 | $56,328 | — |
Older residents in towns around Travelers Rest
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sans Souci, SC | 4.9 mi | 1,239 | 48% |
| Berea, SC | 5.8 mi | 3,119 | 44% |
| Parker, SC | 7.6 mi | 1,348 | 45% |
| Taylors, SC | 8.1 mi | 3,826 | 38% |
| Wade Hampton, SC | 8.3 mi | 4,032 | 34% |
| Judson, SC | 8.8 mi | 173 | 55% |
Hospices serving Travelers Rest
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Services Of America Hospice Of The Upstate | Greenville, SC | 9.6 mi | (864) 627-4270 |
| Affinity Hospice - Anderson | Greenville, SC | 9.6 mi | (864) 990-5604 |
| Interim Healthcare Of The Upstate Hospice | Greenville, SC | 11 mi | (864) 627-1200 |
| Pathway Hospice LLC | Greenville, SC | 11 mi | (843) 312-6812 |
| Wren Hospice, LLC | Greer, SC | 11 mi | (864) 326-3242 |
Nursing homes near Travelers Rest (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arboretum At The Woodlands | Greenville, SC | 1.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 30 | (864) 371-3100 |
| Heartland Health Care Center - Greenville East | Greenville, SC | 4.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 132 | (864) 246-2721 |
| Greenville Post Acute | Greenville, SC | 6.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 132 | (864) 232-2442 |
| River Falls Post Acute | Marietta, SC | 7.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 44 | (864) 836-6381 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Travelers Rest. 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 Travelers Rest
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 49% of the $2,568 monthly median income of Travelers Rest households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Travelers Rest: common questions
Which hospices serve Travelers Rest?
Medicare lists 25 hospices for Travelers Rest ZIP codes, including Medical Services Of America Hospice Of The Upstate, Affinity Hospice - Anderson, Interim Healthcare Of The Upstate Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Travelers Rest?
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 49% of the $2,568 monthly median income of Travelers Rest households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Travelers Rest. 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 South Carolina.
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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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