Respite Care in Windsor Heights, IA
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Respite Care in Windsor Heights, IA: the local picture
Most older adults in Windsor Heights live with someone: 71% 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 346 Windsor Heights residents aged 65 or older report a disability (35%) (31% in Polk County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 8 hospices serving Windsor Heights ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Windsor Heights compared with Polk County and Iowa
| Census figure | Windsor Heights | Polk County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 14% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.7% | 7.5% | 8.4% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,120 | $59,099 | — |
Older residents in towns around Windsor Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urbandale, IA | 4.1 mi | 6,881 | 22% |
| Clive, IA | 4.4 mi | 3,026 | 24% |
| West Des Moines, IA | 5.2 mi | 10,723 | 28% |
| Des Moines, IA | 5.7 mi | 27,045 | 36% |
| Johnston, IA | 6.1 mi | 3,741 | 24% |
| Grimes, IA | 6.8 mi | 1,199 | 27% |
Hospices serving Windsor Heights
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wesleylife Hospice | Urbandale, IA | 1.8 mi | (515) 271-6777 |
| Unitypoint Hospice | Urbandale, IA | 1.8 mi | (515) 557-3100 |
| Hospice Of The Midwest, LLC | Johnston, IA | 4.8 mi | (515) 218-2143 |
| Care Initiatives Hospice - West Des Moines | West Des Moines, IA | 5.1 mi | (515) 223-3813 |
| Suncrest Hospice, LLC | West Des Moines, IA | 5.1 mi | (515) 327-6026 |
Nursing homes near Windsor Heights (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Acres Rehabilitation And Care Center | West Des Moines, IA | 1.1 mi | not rated | 140 | (515) 223-1223 |
| Karen Acres Care Center | Urbandale, IA | 1.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 35 | (515) 276-4969 |
| Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center | Des Moines, IA | 1.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 46 | (515) 255-5433 |
| Calvin Community | Des Moines, IA | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 59 | (515) 277-6141 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Windsor Heights. 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 Windsor Heights
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,177 monthly median income of Windsor Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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 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 Windsor Heights: common questions
Which hospices serve Windsor Heights?
Medicare lists 8 hospices for Windsor Heights ZIP codes, including Wesleylife Hospice, Unitypoint Hospice, Hospice Of The Midwest, LLC.
How much does respite care cost in Windsor Heights?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,177 monthly median income of Windsor Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa'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 Windsor Heights. 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 Iowa.
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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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