Respite Care in Universal City, TX
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Respite Care in Universal City, TX: the local picture
Most older adults in Universal City live with someone: 83% 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 923 Universal City residents aged 65 or older report a disability (32%) (40% in Bexar County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 70 hospices serving Universal City ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Universal City compared with Bexar County and Texas
| Census figure | Universal City | Bexar County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 40% | 35% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 27% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10.0% | 13% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.7% | 6.4% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $76,560 | $56,300 | — |
Older residents in towns around Universal City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Oak, TX | 2.0 mi | 2,233 | 42% |
| Selma, TX | 2.4 mi | 1,060 | 23% |
| Converse, TX | 2.7 mi | 3,295 | 39% |
| Schertz, TX | 3.5 mi | 5,992 | 34% |
| Windcrest, TX | 5.1 mi | 1,792 | 39% |
| Cibolo, TX | 5.5 mi | 3,694 | 38% |
Hospices serving Universal City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Careview Hospice Inc | San Antonio, TX | 0.8 mi | (210) 497-1440 |
| All Seasons Hospice Of Texas | San Antonio, TX | 6.4 mi | (210) 767-3870 |
| Amedia Hospice LLC | San Antonio, TX | 6.8 mi | (210) 858-3384 |
| Guiding Light Hospice Inc | San Antonio, TX | 6.8 mi | (210) 585-2335 |
| Gentle Partners In Hospice LLC | San Antonio, TX | 10 mi | (210) 908-9616 |
Nursing homes near Universal City (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Rehabilitation & Healthcare Of Live Oak | Live Oak, TX | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (210) 600-3700 |
| Avir At Converse | Converse, TX | 2.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (210) 650-0551 |
| Trucare Living Centers - Selma | Selma, TX | 2.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 128 | (210) 886-8393 |
| Army Residence Community | San Antonio, TX | 3.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 91 | (210) 646-5200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Universal City. 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 Universal City
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $6,380 monthly median income of Universal City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Universal City: common questions
Which hospices serve Universal City?
Medicare lists 70 hospices for Universal City ZIP codes, including Careview Hospice Inc, All Seasons Hospice Of Texas, Amedia Hospice LLC.
How much does respite care cost in Universal City?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $6,380 monthly median income of Universal City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Universal City. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver covers Texas.
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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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