In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Cooper City, FL
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Dementia Care in Cooper City, FL: the local picture
Cooper City has about 427 residents aged 85 or older among 5,558 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.
21% of residents 65 and older report a disability (32% in Broward County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
11% of older Cooper 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.
Cooper City compared with Broward County and Florida
| Census figure | Cooper City | Broward County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 11% | 27% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 16% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 37% | 44% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $87,254 | $51,526 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cooper City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davie, FL | 2.2 mi | 15,157 | 1,375 |
| Pembroke Pines, FL | 4.1 mi | 34,684 | 5,364 |
| Southwest Ranches, FL | 5.5 mi | 1,908 | 153 |
| Plantation, FL | 5.5 mi | 16,249 | 2,179 |
| Broadview Park, FL | 5.9 mi | 656 | 140 |
| Miramar, FL | 6.2 mi | 17,980 | 1,736 |
Nursing homes near Cooper City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Manor | Pembroke Pines, FL | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (954) 276-6200 |
| Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing | Pembroke Pines, FL | 3.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (954) 985-4824 |
| Covenant Village Care Center | Plantation, FL | 5.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (954) 370-8982 |
| Broward Oaks Nursing And Rehabilitation | Plantation, FL | 5.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (954) 473-8040 |
| Emerald Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Hollywood, FL | 6.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 240 | (954) 981-6300 |
| Glades West Rehabilitation And Nursing C | Pembroke Pines, FL | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (954) 437-3422 |
Hospices serving Cooper City
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Broward County | Plantation, FL | 5.5 mi | (954) 625-7900 |
| Heartland Hospice (Broward) | Plantation, FL | 5.5 mi | (704) 664-2876 |
| Continuum Care Of Broward LLC | Sunrise, FL | 9.1 mi | (954) 239-6600 |
| Catholic Hospice Inc | Miami Lakes, FL | 11 mi | (305) 822-2380 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cooper 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 Cooper City
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 19% of the $7,271 monthly median income of Cooper City 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Dementia Care in Cooper City: common questions
What nursing homes are near Cooper City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Memorial Manor in Pembroke Pines (3.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing in Pembroke Pines (3.6 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Covenant Village Care Center in Plantation (5.2 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Cooper City?
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 19% of the $7,271 monthly median income of Cooper City 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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