In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Crawfordsville, IN
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Dementia Care in Crawfordsville, IN: the local picture
Crawfordsville has about 428 residents aged 85 or older among 3,255 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.
44% of residents 65 and older report a disability (38% in Montgomery County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
39% of older Crawfordsville 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.
Crawfordsville compared with Montgomery County and Indiana
| Census figure | Crawfordsville | Montgomery County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 38% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 9.2% | 9.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 9.0% | 6.2% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,030 | $51,050 | — |
Older residents in towns around Crawfordsville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Lake, IN | 23 mi | 435 | 19 |
| Lebanon, IN | 24 mi | 3,015 | 438 |
| Lafayette, IN | 25 mi | 9,778 | 1,077 |
| Attica, IN | 25 mi | 569 | 39 |
| Pittsboro, IN | 26 mi | 344 | 12 |
| Frankfort, IN | 26 mi | 2,072 | 214 |
Nursing homes near Crawfordsville
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Creek At Crawfordsville | Crawfordsville, IN | 0.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 36 | (765) 362-8590 |
| Lane House, The | Crawfordsville, IN | 0.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (765) 362-0007 |
| Ben Hur Health And Rehabilitation | Crawfordsville, IN | 1.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 110 | (765) 362-0905 |
| Wellbrooke Of Crawfordsville | Crawfordsville, IN | 1.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 70 | (765) 362-9122 |
| Homewood Health Campus | Lebanon, IN | 23 mi | 2 of 5 | 68 | (765) 482-2076 |
| Signature Healthcare At Parkwood | Lebanon, IN | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | 106 | (765) 482-6400 |
Hospices serving Crawfordsville
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Hospice Care | Lafayette, IN | 27 mi | (765) 423-6224 |
| Viaquest Hospice Of Indiana, LLC | West Lafayette, IN | 28 mi | (765) 446-9100 |
| Select Hospice | West Lafayette, IN | 28 mi | (765) 250-3827 |
| Intrepid USA Hospice | Avon, IN | 33 mi | (317) 337-0203 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Crawfordsville. 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 Crawfordsville
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,419 monthly median income of Crawfordsville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Crawfordsville: common questions
What nursing homes are near Crawfordsville?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Hickory Creek At Crawfordsville in Crawfordsville (0.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Lane House, The in Crawfordsville (0.8 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Ben Hur Health And Rehabilitation in Crawfordsville (1.1 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Crawfordsville?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,419 monthly median income of Crawfordsville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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; 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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