Respite Care in Wheaton, IL
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Respite Care in Wheaton, IL: the local picture
Most older adults in Wheaton live with someone: 72% 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 1,906 Wheaton residents aged 65 or older report a disability (22%) (26% in DuPage County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 37 hospices serving Wheaton ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Wheaton compared with DuPage County and Illinois
| Census figure | Wheaton | DuPage County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 26% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.5% | 7.4% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.4% | 4.6% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $86,875 | $77,810 | — |
Older residents in towns around Wheaton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 2.4 mi | 5,338 | 27% |
| Winfield, IL | 2.8 mi | 2,211 | 20% |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 4.6 mi | 4,228 | 28% |
| Carol Stream, IL | 4.6 mi | 6,673 | 30% |
| Lisle, IL | 4.6 mi | 3,500 | 31% |
| Warrenville, IL | 4.8 mi | 2,171 | 31% |
Hospices serving Wheaton
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditions Health | Lisle, IL | 1.5 mi | (630) 682-3871 |
| Anodyne Palliative Services, LLC | Glen Ellyn, IL | 2.3 mi | (630) 463-9032 |
| St Croix Hospice Lombard | Lombard, IL | 4.9 mi | (630) 748-3652 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Illinois | Lombard, IL | 4.9 mi | (630) 495-8484 |
| Residential Hospice LLC | Lisle, IL | 5.0 mi | (886) 902-5854 |
Nursing homes near Wheaton (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton Village Nrsg & Rhb Ctr | Wheaton, IL | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (630) 668-2500 |
| Dupage Care Center | Wheaton, IL | 1.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 366 | (630) 665-6400 |
| Wynscape Health & Rehab | Wheaton, IL | 1.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 209 | (630) 665-4330 |
| Ahva Care Of Winfield | Winfield, IL | 2.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 138 | (630) 668-9696 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Wheaton. 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 Wheaton
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,240 monthly median income of Wheaton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Wheaton: common questions
Which hospices serve Wheaton?
Medicare lists 37 hospices for Wheaton ZIP codes, including Traditions Health, Anodyne Palliative Services, LLC, St Croix Hospice Lombard.
How much does respite care cost in Wheaton?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,240 monthly median income of Wheaton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Wheaton. 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 Illinois.
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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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