In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in East Farmingdale, NY
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Dementia Care in East Farmingdale, NY: the local picture
East Farmingdale has about 90 residents aged 85 or older among 868 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.
30% of residents 65 and older report a disability (27% in Nassau County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
30% of older East Farmingdale 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.
East Farmingdale compared with Nassau County and New York
| Census figure | East Farmingdale | Nassau County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 20% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.7% | 6.7% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 23% | 31% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,729 | $100,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around East Farmingdale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmingdale, NY | 1.9 mi | 1,783 | 332 |
| South Farmingdale, NY | 2.4 mi | 2,747 | 529 |
| North Lindenhurst, NY | 2.4 mi | 1,845 | 305 |
| North Amityville, NY | 2.5 mi | 2,567 | 432 |
| Old Bethpage, NY | 2.6 mi | 1,601 | 341 |
| Wheatley Heights, NY | 2.8 mi | 642 | 100 |
Nursing homes near East Farmingdale
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daleview Care Center | East Farmingdale, NY | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 142 | (516) 694-9800 |
| Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing | Amityville, NY | 3.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 320 | (631) 264-0222 |
| Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | West Babylon, NY | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 175 | (631) 587-0600 |
| Central Island Healthcare | Plainview, NY | 4.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 202 | (516) 433-0600 |
| East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | West Babylon, NY | 4.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 300 | (631) 422-4800 |
| Huntington Hills Center For Health And Rehabilitat | Melville, NY | 4.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 320 | (631) 439-3000 |
Hospices serving East Farmingdale
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Hospice | Farmingdale, NY | 1.2 mi | (631) 465-6300 |
| Hospice Care Of Long Island, Queens, South Shore | Woodbury, NY | 6.3 mi | (516) 832-7100 |
| Hospice Of New York, LLC | Long Island City, NY | 27 mi | (718) 472-1999 |
| M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc | New York, NY | 31 mi | (212) 420-2844 |
Straight-line miles from the center of East Farmingdale. 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 East Farmingdale
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,644 monthly median income of East Farmingdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 East Farmingdale: common questions
What nursing homes are near East Farmingdale?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Daleview Care Center in East Farmingdale (2.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing in Amityville (3.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in West Babylon (4.1 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in East Farmingdale?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,644 monthly median income of East Farmingdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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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Other care in East Farmingdale
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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