Respite Care in Winston-Salem, NC
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Respite Care in Winston-Salem, NC: the local picture
Most older adults in Winston-Salem live with someone: 66% 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 12,282 Winston-Salem residents aged 65 or older report a disability (32%) (30% in Forsyth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 23 hospices serving Winston-Salem ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Winston-Salem compared with Forsyth County and North Carolina
| Census figure | Winston-Salem | Forsyth County | North Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 31% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 10% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.2% | 6.2% | 5.3% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,562 | $50,508 | — |
Older residents in towns around Winston-Salem
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walkertown, NC | 6.1 mi | 1,077 | 26% |
| Wallburg, NC | 8.1 mi | 704 | 29% |
| Clemmons, NC | 8.5 mi | 4,153 | 28% |
| Rural Hall, NC | 8.6 mi | 689 | 48% |
| Midway, NC | 9.1 mi | 1,029 | 49% |
| Lewisville, NC | 9.1 mi | 2,226 | 22% |
Hospices serving Winston-Salem
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trellis Supportive Care | Winston Salem, NC | 3.4 mi | (336) 768-3972 |
| Well Care Hospice, Inc. | Advance, NC | 12 mi | (910) 362-9405 |
| Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc | High Point, NC | 17 mi | (336) 889-8446 |
| Hospice Of Davidson County/ Hinkle Hospice House | Lexington, NC | 19 mi | (336) 475-5444 |
| Authoracare Collective | Greensboro, NC | 27 mi | (336) 621-2500 |
Nursing homes near Winston-Salem (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Valley Center For Nursing And Rehabilitatio | Winston-Salem, NC | 0.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 230 | (336) 724-2821 |
| Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community | Winston Salem, NC | 1.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 6 | (336) 724-7921 |
| The Oaks | Winston-Salem, NC | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 131 | (336) 768-2211 |
| Silas Creek Rehabilitation Center | Winston Salem, NC | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 90 | (336) 765-0550 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Winston-Salem. 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 Winston-Salem
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $3,964 monthly median income of Winston-Salem households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina'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 Winston-Salem: common questions
Which hospices serve Winston-Salem?
Medicare lists 23 hospices for Winston-Salem ZIP codes, including Trellis Supportive Care, Well Care Hospice, Inc., Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc.
How much does respite care cost in Winston-Salem?
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $3,964 monthly median income of Winston-Salem households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina'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 Winston-Salem. 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 North Carolina.
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- Veterans’ Home Care in Winston-Salem
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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