In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Cocoa West, FL
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Dementia Care in Cocoa West, FL: the local picture
Cocoa West has about 70 residents aged 85 or older among 859 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 (33% in Brevard County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
30% of older Cocoa West 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.
Cocoa West compared with Brevard County and Florida
| Census figure | Cocoa West | Brevard County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 3.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 24% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 26% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 30% | 8.1% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 12% | 12% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $28,048 | $58,980 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cocoa West
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cocoa, FL | 1.3 mi | 4,259 | 566 |
| Rockledge, FL | 3.3 mi | 7,233 | 968 |
| Sharpes, FL | 5.9 mi | 607 | 59 |
| Merritt Island, FL | 6.7 mi | 9,659 | 1,135 |
| Viera East, FL | 7.5 mi | 3,985 | 636 |
| North Merritt Island, FL | 7.9 mi | 2,520 | 404 |
Nursing homes near Cocoa West
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockledge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Rockledge, FL | 2.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 107 | (321) 632-6300 |
| Sunrise Point Health And Rehabilitation Center | Rockledge, FL | 3.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (321) 632-7341 |
| Space Coast Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Merritt Island, FL | 4.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (321) 453-0202 |
| Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island | Merritt Island, FL | 4.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 180 | (321) 454-4035 |
| The Terrace At Courtenay Springs | Merritt Island, FL | 5.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 80 | (321) 452-1233 |
| Viera Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Viera, FL | 9.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 114 | (321) 752-1000 |
Hospices serving Cocoa West
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mederi Caretenders Hospice | Viera, FL | 12 mi | (321) 253-2222 |
| St. Francis Hospice | Titusville, FL | 15 mi | (321) 269-4240 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Florida | Melbourne, FL | 16 mi | (321) 751-6671 |
| Hospice Of Health First Inc | West Melbourne, FL | 21 mi | (321) 434-1744 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cocoa West. 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 Cocoa West
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,337 monthly median income of Cocoa West households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Cocoa West: common questions
What nursing homes are near Cocoa West?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Rockledge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Rockledge (2.9 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Sunrise Point Health And Rehabilitation Center in Rockledge (3.2 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Space Coast Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Merritt Island (4.4 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Cocoa West?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,337 monthly median income of Cocoa West households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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