In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Four Square Mile, CO
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Dementia Care in Four Square Mile, CO: the local picture
Four Square Mile has about 233 residents aged 85 or older among 1,721 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.
37% of residents 65 and older report a disability (31% in Denver County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
52% of older Four Square Mile 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.
Four Square Mile compared with Denver County and Colorado
| Census figure | Four Square Mile | Denver County | Colorado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.5% | 12% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 52% | 39% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 20% | 12% | 8.4% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 32% | 24% | 16% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,929 | $59,799 | — |
Older residents in towns around Four Square Mile
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Hills, CO | 2.0 mi | 655 | 193 |
| Glendale, CO | 3.0 mi | 107 | 10 |
| Cherry Hills Village, CO | 4.4 mi | 1,440 | 131 |
| Greenwood Village, CO | 4.7 mi | 3,082 | 444 |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 5.1 mi | 1,770 | 88 |
| Denver, CO | 5.6 mi | 89,711 | 9,652 |
Nursing homes near Four Square Mile
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Heights Care And Rehabilitation | Denver, CO | 1.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 133 | (303) 757-5441 |
| Highline Post Acute | Denver, CO | 1.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 125 | (303) 759-4221 |
| Crestmoor Care Center | Denver, CO | 1.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 108 | (303) 321-3110 |
| Berkley Care Center | Denver, CO | 1.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 118 | (303) 320-4377 |
| Amberwood Post Acute | Denver, CO | 2.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 88 | (303) 756-1566 |
| Rowan Community, Inc | Denver, CO | 2.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 65 | (303) 757-1228 |
Hospices serving Four Square Mile
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| At Home Hospice | Denver, CO | 2.2 mi | (720) 459-7912 |
| Gateway Hospice | Denver, CO | 2.2 mi | (303) 747-6377 |
| Canyon Home Care & Hospice | Denver, CO | 2.7 mi | (303) 940-2495 |
| Optimal Hospice Care | Denver, CO | 2.7 mi | (303) 488-9998 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Four Square Mile. 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 Four Square Mile
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,077 monthly median income of Four Square Mile households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Four Square Mile: common questions
What nursing homes are near Four Square Mile?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Holly Heights Care And Rehabilitation in Denver (1.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Highline Post Acute in Denver (1.8 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Crestmoor Care Center in Denver (1.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Four Square Mile?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,077 monthly median income of Four Square Mile households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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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