In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Fort Polk South, LA
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Dementia Care in Fort Polk South, LA: the local picture
Fort Polk South has about 0 residents aged 85 or older among 24 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.
0.0% of residents 65 and older report a disability (51% in Vernon Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
0.0% of older Fort Polk South 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 Polk South compared with Vernon Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Fort Polk South | Vernon Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.4% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.3% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 0.0% | 51% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 0.0% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 42% | 18% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 18% | 7.7% | 8.5% |
Older residents in towns around Fort Polk South
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leesville, LA | 7.2 mi | 844 | 69 |
| DeRidder, LA | 15 mi | 1,711 | 183 |
| Newton, TX | 35 mi | 330 | 88 |
| Oakdale, LA | 37 mi | 1,104 | 188 |
| DeQuincy, LA | 44 mi | 801 | 114 |
| Jasper, TX | 47 mi | 1,579 | 231 |
Nursing homes near Fort Polk South
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Healthcare Center | Leesville, LA | 6.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 152 | (337) 239-6578 |
| Rosepine Retirement & Rehab Center, LLC | Rosepine, LA | 9.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 108 | (337) 463-8778 |
| Westwood Manor Nursing Home, Inc | Deridder, LA | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | 132 | (337) 463-6293 |
| Deridder Retirement & Rehab Center | Deridder, LA | 16 mi | 2 of 5 | 90 | (337) 463-9022 |
Hospices serving Fort Polk South
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Leesville | Leesville, LA | 5.6 mi | (337) 239-1020 |
| Allegiance Healthcare, LLC | Leesville, LA | 5.6 mi | (337) 509-4980 |
| Brighton Bridge | Oberlin, LA | 41 mi | (337) 639-9200 |
| Passages Hospice | Alexandria, LA | 45 mi | (318) 619-9457 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fort Polk South. 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 Polk South
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Fort Polk South: common questions
What nursing homes are near Fort Polk South?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Woodlands Healthcare Center in Leesville (6.0 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Rosepine Retirement & Rehab Center, LLC in Rosepine (9.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Westwood Manor Nursing Home, Inc in Deridder (14 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Fort Polk South?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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