In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Garden Grove, CA
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Dementia Care in Garden Grove, CA: the local picture
Garden Grove has about 3,599 residents aged 85 or older among 26,708 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.
35% of residents 65 and older report a disability (29% in Orange County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
15% of older Garden Grove 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.
Garden Grove compared with Orange County and California
| Census figure | Garden Grove | Orange County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 16% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 29% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 15% | 20% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 10% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 68% | 46% | 44% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,052 | $84,615 | — |
Older residents in towns around Garden Grove
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton, CA | 2.4 mi | 5,931 | 591 |
| Westminster, CA | 2.7 mi | 17,302 | 2,473 |
| Midway City, CA | 2.7 mi | 1,391 | 235 |
| Fountain Valley, CA | 4.7 mi | 11,640 | 1,680 |
| Cypress, CA | 5.2 mi | 8,298 | 831 |
| Santa Ana, CA | 5.3 mi | 35,609 | 4,676 |
Nursing homes near Garden Grove
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Grove Post Acute | Garden Grove, CA | 0.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (714) 638-9470 |
| Rowntree Gardens | Stanton, CA | 1.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 58 | (714) 971-6865 |
| Extended Care Hospital Of Westminster | Westminster, CA | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (714) 891-2769 |
| Coventry Court Health Center | Anaheim, CA | 2.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 97 | (714) 636-2800 |
| The Grove Post Acute | Garden Grove, CA | 2.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 97 | (714) 534-1041 |
| Chapman Care Center | Garden Grove, CA | 2.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (714) 971-5517 |
Hospices serving Garden Grove
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carewell Hospice | Garden Grove, CA | 0.9 mi | (714) 312-3295 |
| Sincere Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc | Garden Grove, CA | 0.9 mi | (657) 667-4111 |
| Comfort Hospice Care, Inc | Garden Grove, CA | 2.0 mi | (714) 638-8846 |
| Pec Hospice | Garden Grove, CA | 2.0 mi | (714) 590-3620 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Garden Grove. 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 Garden Grove
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,088 monthly median income of Garden Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Garden Grove: common questions
What nursing homes are near Garden Grove?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Garden Grove Post Acute in Garden Grove (0.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Rowntree Gardens in Stanton (1.2 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Extended Care Hospital Of Westminster in Westminster (2.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Garden Grove?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,088 monthly median income of Garden Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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