In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Arlington Heights, PA
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Dementia Care in Arlington Heights, PA: the local picture
Arlington Heights has about 143 residents aged 85 or older among 1,155 aged 65 or older. The risk of Alzheimer’s rises steeply with age, and the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that about a third of people 85 and older have Alzheimer’s dementia.
47% of residents 65 and older report a disability (33% in Monroe County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
25% of older Arlington Heights residents in households live alone. For someone with memory loss who lives alone, a few hours of daily check-ins are often the first step.
Arlington Heights compared with Monroe County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Arlington Heights | Monroe County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 33% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 22% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 7.4% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 16% | 17% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $50,476 | $56,087 | — |
Older residents in towns around Arlington Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stroudsburg, PA | 1.4 mi | 1,628 | 160 |
| East Stroudsburg, PA | 1.9 mi | 1,730 | 243 |
| Penn Estates, PA | 2.8 mi | 358 | 0 |
| Bangor, PA | 9.1 mi | 840 | 101 |
| Pen Argyl, PA | 9.4 mi | 553 | 146 |
| Sierra View, PA | 11 mi | 900 | 15 |
Nursing homes near Arlington Heights
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sapphire Care And Rehab Center | East Stroudsburg, PA | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 127 | (570) 421-6200 |
| Whitestone Care Center | Stroudsburg, PA | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 90 | (570) 476-1600 |
| Stroudsburg Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitationllc | Stroudsburg, PA | 5.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 174 | (570) 992-4172 |
| Clover Rest Home | Columbia, NJ | 7.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 33 | (908) 496-4477 |
| Slate Belt Health & Rehabilitation Center | Bangor, PA | 8.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 119 | (610) 588-6161 |
| Brookmont Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Effort, PA | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | 119 | (610) 681-4070 |
Hospices serving Arlington Heights
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocono Health System Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care | East Stroudsburg, PA | 3.1 mi | (570) 421-5390 |
| The Care Team Hospice | Bethlehem, PA | 25 mi | (610) 841-4410 |
| St Luke's Hospice | Bethlehem, PA | 29 mi | (484) 526-1100 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospice | Allentown, PA | 31 mi | (610) 402-7800 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Arlington Heights. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a dementia caregiver can help with
- Keeping a predictable daily routine
- Gentle help with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Meals, hydration and medication reminders
- Calming approaches for sundowning, agitation and repeated questions
What dementia care costs in Arlington Heights
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,206 monthly median income of Arlington Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 dementia caregiver
An estimated 7.2 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2025 Facts and Figures. Most live at home, cared for by family. The Association’s 24/7 Helpline (1-800-272-3900) is free.
Questions worth asking: Tell me about someone with dementia you cared for. What worked? What do you do when a client becomes agitated in the late afternoon? How do you keep someone safe who tries to leave the house? More in our dementia care guide.
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Dementia Care in Arlington Heights: common questions
What nursing homes are near Arlington Heights?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Sapphire Care And Rehab Center in East Stroudsburg (1.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Whitestone Care Center in Stroudsburg (2.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Stroudsburg Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitationllc in Stroudsburg (5.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Arlington Heights?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,206 monthly median income of Arlington Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
When does someone with dementia need care at home?
Common signs are missed meals or medication, getting lost in familiar places, unsafe cooking or driving, and a family caregiver who is exhausted. Many families start with a few hours a day and add hours, nights or live-in help as the disease progresses.
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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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