In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Gloucester Point, VA
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Dementia Care in Gloucester Point, VA: the local picture
Gloucester Point has about 218 residents aged 85 or older among 2,331 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.
45% of residents 65 and older report a disability (37% in Gloucester County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
27% of older Gloucester Point 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.
Gloucester Point compared with Gloucester County and Virginia
| Census figure | Gloucester Point | Gloucester County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 37% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 23% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.5% | 5.7% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 4.8% | 3.2% | 17% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,194 | $69,549 | — |
Older residents in towns around Gloucester Point
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Courthouse, VA | 9.3 mi | 938 | 147 |
| Williamsburg, VA | 12 mi | 2,764 | 329 |
| Bethel Manor, VA | 13 mi | 5 | 0 |
| Newport News, VA | 13 mi | 25,916 | 2,672 |
| Poquoson, VA | 14 mi | 2,474 | 337 |
| Hampton, VA | 19 mi | 22,962 | 2,048 |
Nursing homes near Gloucester Point
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York Post Acute | Yorktown, VA | 5.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 80 | (757) 898-1491 |
| Regency Health And Rehabilitation Center | Yorktown, VA | 7.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (757) 890-0675 |
| Old Dominion Rehabilitation And Nursing | Newport News, VA | 8.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 115 | (757) 886-6500 |
| Riverside Lifelong H & R Warwick Forest | Newport News, VA | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | 209 | (757) 875-2000 |
| Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Sanders | Gloucester, VA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | 55 | (804) 693-2000 |
| Walter Reed Post Acute | Gloucester, VA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 181 | (804) 693-6503 |
Hospices serving Gloucester Point
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Walter Reed Hospice | Gloucester, VA | 10 mi | (804) 693-1111 |
| Gentiva Ii | Newport News, VA | 13 mi | (757) 874-1237 |
| Virginia Health Hospice | Newport News, VA | 13 mi | (757) 223-1396 |
| Bon Secours Hospice | Suffolk, VA | 29 mi | (757) 391-6028 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Gloucester Point. 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 Gloucester Point
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $4,850 monthly median income of Gloucester Point households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Dementia Care in Gloucester Point: common questions
What nursing homes are near Gloucester Point?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are York Post Acute in Yorktown (5.2 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Regency Health And Rehabilitation Center in Yorktown (7.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Old Dominion Rehabilitation And Nursing in Newport News (8.6 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Gloucester Point?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $4,850 monthly median income of Gloucester Point households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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