In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Brownsville, LA
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Dementia Care in Brownsville, LA: the local picture
Brownsville has about 90 residents aged 85 or older among 698 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.
32% of residents 65 and older report a disability (38% in Ouachita Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
49% of older Brownsville 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.
Brownsville compared with Ouachita Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Brownsville | Ouachita Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 38% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 49% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 30% | 16% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 4.4% | 4.0% | 8.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $27,768 | $44,574 | — |
Older residents in towns around Brownsville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bawcomville, LA | 1.5 mi | 476 | 22 |
| West Monroe, LA | 1.8 mi | 2,172 | 451 |
| Claiborne, LA | 4.2 mi | 1,938 | 75 |
| Monroe, LA | 5.4 mi | 7,592 | 1,467 |
| Richwood, LA | 5.6 mi | 249 | 17 |
| Lakeshore, LA | 8.1 mi | 234 | 21 |
Nursing homes near Brownsville
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr Of West Mon | West Monroe, LA | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (318) 396-3313 |
| Ridgecrest Community Care Center | West Monroe, LA | 2.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 112 | (318) 387-2577 |
| The Oaks | Monroe, LA | 3.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 125 | (318) 387-5300 |
| Guest House Nursing And Rehabilitation | West Monroe, LA | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 140 | (318) 387-3900 |
| Delta Grande Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation | Monroe, LA | 4.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 74 | (318) 322-3100 |
| Mary Goss Nursing Home | Monroe, LA | 5.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (318) 323-9013 |
Hospices serving Brownsville
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caring Hands Hospice | West Monroe, LA | 3.1 mi | (318) 516-2640 |
| Louisiana Hospice And Palliative Care | Monroe, LA | 4.3 mi | (318) 322-2235 |
| Heart Of Hospice, LLC | Monroe, LA | 4.3 mi | (318) 329-9300 |
| St Joseph Hospice & Palliative Care Of Monroe, LLC | Monroe, LA | 4.3 mi | (318) 387-2687 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Brownsville. 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 Brownsville
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 41% of the $2,314 monthly median income of Brownsville 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 Brownsville: common questions
What nursing homes are near Brownsville?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Landmark Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr Of West Mon in West Monroe (2.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Ridgecrest Community Care Center in West Monroe (2.5 mi, 4 of 5 overall); The Oaks in Monroe (3.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Brownsville?
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 41% of the $2,314 monthly median income of Brownsville 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.
More senior care near Brownsville
Dementia Care in nearby cities
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- Dementia Care in Richwood, LA
- Dementia Care in Lakeshore, LA
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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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