In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in County Center, VA
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Dementia Care in County Center, VA: the local picture
County Center has about 23 residents aged 85 or older among 226 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.
60% of residents 65 and older report a disability (29% in Prince William County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
14% of older County Center 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.
County Center compared with Prince William County and Virginia
| Census figure | County Center | Prince William County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 6.0% | 11% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 60% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 19% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.6% | 5.9% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 31% | 37% | 17% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $250,001 | $100,973 | — |
Older residents in towns around County Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ridge, VA | 2.7 mi | 6,108 | 552 |
| Dale City, VA | 3.0 mi | 8,061 | 371 |
| Potomac Mills, VA | 4.0 mi | 783 | 157 |
| Independent Hill, VA | 5.0 mi | 913 | 27 |
| Buckhall, VA | 5.2 mi | 2,529 | 169 |
| Crosspointe, VA | 5.5 mi | 935 | 0 |
Nursing homes near County Center
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster At Lake Ridge | Lake Ridge, VA | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (703) 643-9017 |
| Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Woodbridge, VA | 5.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (703) 491-6167 |
| Birmingham Green | Manassas, VA | 7.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 180 | (703) 257-0935 |
| Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center | Burke, VA | 7.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (703) 425-9765 |
| Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax | Fort Belvoir, VA | 9.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 56 | (703) 799-1333 |
| Manassas Health And Rehab Center | Manassas, VA | 9.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (703) 257-9770 |
Hospices serving County Center
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascend Hospice Of Northern Virginia | Woodbridge, VA | 2.4 mi | (571) 677-2600 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic | Fairfax, VA | 11 mi | (703) 270-4300 |
| Phs Hospice Care | Fairfax, VA | 13 mi | (703) 352-1939 |
| Promedica Hospice (Fairfax) | Farifax, VA | 13 mi | (703) 273-8693 |
Straight-line miles from the center of County Center. 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 County Center
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 6% of the $20,833 monthly median income of County Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 County Center: common questions
What nursing homes are near County Center?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Westminster At Lake Ridge in Lake Ridge (4.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Woodbridge (5.3 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Birmingham Green in Manassas (7.4 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in County Center?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 6% of the $20,833 monthly median income of County Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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