In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Bossier City, LA
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Dementia Care in Bossier City, LA: the local picture
Bossier City has about 1,729 residents aged 85 or older among 9,687 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.
36% of residents 65 and older report a disability (35% in Bossier Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
40% of older Bossier City 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.
Bossier City compared with Bossier Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Bossier City | Bossier Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.7% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 35% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.9% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 12% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,888 | $51,953 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bossier City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Chute, LA | 4.1 mi | 905 | 59 |
| Eastwood, LA | 6.0 mi | 900 | 244 |
| Haughton, LA | 8.8 mi | 509 | 24 |
| Shreveport, LA | 8.9 mi | 32,214 | 4,208 |
| Benton, LA | 12 mi | 360 | 14 |
| Blanchard, LA | 14 mi | 396 | 15 |
Nursing homes near Bossier City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home | Bossier City, LA | 3.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 8 | (318) 741-2763 |
| Pilgrim Manor Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation | Bossier City, LA | 3.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 155 | (318) 742-1623 |
| Heritage Manor Health & Rehab | Bossier City, LA | 3.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 64 | (318) 746-7466 |
| Cornerstone Post Acute Care Of Bossier | Bossier City, LA | 4.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 7 | (318) 841-5555 |
| Riverview Care Center | Bossier City, LA | 4.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 135 | (318) 747-1857 |
| Colonial Oaks Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation | Bossier City, LA | 4.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (318) 742-5420 |
Hospices serving Bossier City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Hospice | Bossier City, LA | 2.9 mi | (318) 402-2300 |
| Gentiva | Bossier City, LA | 3.2 mi | (318) 227-9160 |
| Allegiance Healthcare, LLC | Shreveport, LA | 5.6 mi | (318) 615-9181 |
| Lifepath Hospice Care Services, LLC | Shreveport, LA | 5.6 mi | (318) 222-5711 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bossier City. 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 Bossier City
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $3,657 monthly median income of Bossier City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Bossier City: common questions
What nursing homes are near Bossier City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Bossier City (3.1 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Pilgrim Manor Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation in Bossier City (3.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Heritage Manor Health & Rehab in Bossier City (3.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Bossier City?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $3,657 monthly median income of Bossier City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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