In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Fort Leonard Wood, MO
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Dementia Care in Fort Leonard Wood, MO: the local picture
Fort Leonard Wood has about 0 residents aged 85 or older among 48 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.
29% of residents 65 and older report a disability (49% in Pulaski County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
0.0% of older Fort Leonard Wood 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.
Fort Leonard Wood compared with Pulaski County and Missouri
| Census figure | Fort Leonard Wood | Pulaski County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.3% | 9.7% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 49% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 0.0% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 18% | 10% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 23% | 11% | 6.7% |
Older residents in towns around Fort Leonard Wood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Robert, MO | 5.0 mi | 700 | 56 |
| Waynesville, MO | 6.6 mi | 934 | 213 |
| Licking, MO | 23 mi | 400 | 29 |
| Rolla, MO | 24 mi | 2,865 | 447 |
| Lebanon, MO | 30 mi | 2,587 | 449 |
| St. James, MO | 33 mi | 898 | 131 |
Nursing homes near Fort Leonard Wood
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Waynesville | Waynesville, MO | 6.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (573) 774-6456 |
| Richland Care Center Inc | Richland, MO | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | 86 | (573) 765-3243 |
| Phelps Health | Rolla, MO | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | 20 | (573) 364-8899 |
| Hickory Manor | Licking, MO | 23 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (573) 674-2111 |
| Cedar Pointe | Rolla, MO | 24 mi | 1 of 5 | 102 | (573) 364-7766 |
| Silverstone Place | Rolla, MO | 24 mi | 3 of 5 | 110 | (573) 426-6200 |
Hospices serving Fort Leonard Wood
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integrity Home Care + Hospice | Springfield, MO | 74 mi | (417) 851-4300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fort Leonard Wood. 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 Fort Leonard Wood
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
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 Fort Leonard Wood: common questions
What nursing homes are near Fort Leonard Wood?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Life Care Center Of Waynesville in Waynesville (6.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Richland Care Center Inc in Richland (16 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Phelps Health in Rolla (23 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Fort Leonard Wood?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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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