Respite Care in White Bear Lake, MN
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Respite Care in White Bear Lake, MN: the local picture
Most older adults in White Bear Lake live with someone: 62% 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 1,272 White Bear Lake residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (29% in Ramsey County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 23 hospices serving White Bear Lake ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
White Bear Lake compared with Ramsey County and Minnesota
| Census figure | White Bear Lake | Ramsey County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 29% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 35% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.3% | 9.3% | 8.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.2% | 10% | 6.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,402 | $63,225 | — |
Older residents in towns around White Bear Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahtomedi, MN | 2.1 mi | 1,776 | 27% |
| Vadnais Heights, MN | 2.7 mi | 2,522 | 25% |
| Maplewood, MN | 3.3 mi | 8,185 | 30% |
| North St. Paul, MN | 3.6 mi | 1,789 | 37% |
| Little Canada, MN | 4.5 mi | 1,905 | 36% |
| North Oaks, MN | 5.1 mi | 1,360 | 26% |
Hospices serving White Bear Lake
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suite Living Hospice, LLC | White Bear Lake, MN | 1.1 mi | (651) 964-1220 |
| St Croix Hospice | Oakdale, MN | 6.0 mi | (651) 735-3656 |
| Beyond Hospice | Oakdale, MN | 6.0 mi | (651) 485-5095 |
| Ecumen Hospice | Shoreview, MN | 6.1 mi | (651) 714-0200 |
| Presbyterian Homes Hospice Inc | Roseville, MN | 7.9 mi | (651) 631-6406 |
Nursing homes near White Bear Lake (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerenity Care Center White Bear Lake | White Bear Lake, MN | 1.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 132 | (651) 232-1818 |
| Harmony Gardens | Maplewood, MN | 3.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 64 | (651) 488-6658 |
| Maplewood Rehabilitation Center | Maplewood, MN | 3.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 115 | (651) 770-1365 |
| Waverly Gardens | North Oaks, MN | 4.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 60 | (651) 765-4063 |
Straight-line miles from the center of White Bear Lake. 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 White Bear Lake
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,700 monthly median income of White Bear Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 White Bear Lake: common questions
Which hospices serve White Bear Lake?
Medicare lists 23 hospices for White Bear Lake ZIP codes, including Suite Living Hospice, LLC, St Croix Hospice, Beyond Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in White Bear Lake?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,700 monthly median income of White Bear Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 White Bear Lake. 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 Minnesota.
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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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