In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Boulevard Park, WA
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Dementia Care in Boulevard Park, WA: the local picture
Boulevard Park has about 9 residents aged 85 or older among 519 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.
13% of residents 65 and older report a disability (30% in King County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
18% of older Boulevard Park 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.
Boulevard Park compared with King County and Washington
| Census figure | Boulevard Park | King County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 13% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 28% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.6% | 9.3% | 8.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 42% | 31% | 21% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $87,352 | $76,893 | — |
Older residents in towns around Boulevard Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Center, WA | 1.6 mi | 1,939 | 90 |
| Burien, WA | 3.0 mi | 8,213 | 942 |
| Tukwila, WA | 3.1 mi | 2,567 | 247 |
| Bryn Mawr-Skyway, WA | 3.7 mi | 3,194 | 435 |
| SeaTac, WA | 4.9 mi | 4,141 | 416 |
| Mercer Island, WA | 5.2 mi | 5,610 | 1,233 |
Nursing homes near Boulevard Park
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien | Burien, WA | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (206) 242-3213 |
| Caroline Kline Galland Home | Seattle, WA | 2.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 205 | (206) 725-8800 |
| Kin On Health Care Center | Seattle, WA | 3.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (206) 721-3630 |
| Washington Care Center | Seattle, WA | 4.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 165 | (206) 725-2800 |
| Providence Mount St Vincent | Seattle, WA | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 215 | (206) 937-3700 |
| Renton Health & Rehabilitation | Renton, WA | 4.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (425) 226-4610 |
Hospices serving Boulevard Park
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence At Home With Compassus Hospice Care, Puget Sound | Tukwila, WA | 1.8 mi | (206) 320-4000 |
| Continuum Care Of King LLC | Tukwila, WA | 1.8 mi | (206) 752-1100 |
| Kline Galland Hospice Services | Seattle, WA | 1.9 mi | (206) 805-1930 |
| Eden Hospice | Tukwila, WA | 4.9 mi | (206) 717-8161 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Boulevard Park. 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 Boulevard Park
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $7,279 monthly median income of Boulevard Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Boulevard Park: common questions
What nursing homes are near Boulevard Park?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Avamere Rehabilitation Of Burien in Burien (2.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Caroline Kline Galland Home in Seattle (2.6 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Kin On Health Care Center in Seattle (3.2 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Boulevard Park?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $7,279 monthly median income of Boulevard Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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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- Dementia Care in Mercer Island, WA
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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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