In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Fountainhead-Orchard Hills, MD
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Dementia Care in Fountainhead-Orchard Hills, MD: the local picture
Fountainhead-Orchard Hills has about 77 residents aged 85 or older among 1,362 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.
43% of residents 65 and older report a disability (32% in Washington County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
16% of older Fountainhead-Orchard Hills 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.
Fountainhead-Orchard Hills compared with Washington County and Maryland
| Census figure | Fountainhead-Orchard Hills | Washington County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 16% | 28% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.7% | 9.0% | 9.5% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 14% | 9.4% | 21% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $84,167 | $56,121 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fountainhead-Orchard Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramount-Long Meadow, MD | 1.5 mi | 468 | 72 |
| Maugansville, MD | 1.6 mi | 999 | 132 |
| State Line, PA | 3.1 mi | 344 | 45 |
| Hagerstown, MD | 3.3 mi | 6,354 | 707 |
| Robinwood, MD | 5.1 mi | 1,273 | 194 |
| Halfway, MD | 5.7 mi | 2,320 | 420 |
Nursing homes near Fountainhead-Orchard Hills
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Md Hospital Center | Hagerstown, MD | 1.4 mi | 5 of 5 | 63 | (301) 745-4200 |
| Coffman Nursing Home | Hagerstown, MD | 1.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 59 | (301) 733-2914 |
| Complete Care At Hagerstown | Hagerstown, MD | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 60 | (301) 733-8700 |
| Hagerstown Healthcare Center | Hagerstown, MD | 3.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (301) 797-4020 |
| Julia Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Hagerstown, MD | 3.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (301) 665-8700 |
| Creekside Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing | Hagerstown, MD | 4.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 80 | (301) 790-1000 |
Hospices serving Fountainhead-Orchard Hills
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Washington County, Inc | Hagerstown, MD | 4.0 mi | (301) 791-6360 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fountainhead-Orchard Hills. 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 Fountainhead-Orchard Hills
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $7,014 monthly median income of Fountainhead-Orchard Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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 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 Fountainhead-Orchard Hills: common questions
What nursing homes are near Fountainhead-Orchard Hills?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Western Md Hospital Center in Hagerstown (1.4 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Coffman Nursing Home in Hagerstown (1.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Complete Care At Hagerstown in Hagerstown (1.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Fountainhead-Orchard Hills?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $7,014 monthly median income of Fountainhead-Orchard Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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; 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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