In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Help at home for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia: steady routines, safety and patience with changes in memory and mood. Post what you need in Hasbrouck Heights for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Dementia Care in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ: the local picture
Hasbrouck Heights has about 194 residents aged 85 or older among 2,073 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.
30% of residents 65 and older report a disability (26% in Bergen County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
28% of older Hasbrouck Heights 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.
Hasbrouck Heights compared with Bergen County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Hasbrouck Heights | Bergen County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 24% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.2% | 8.4% | 9.7% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 36% | 42% | 33% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $81,186 | $82,484 | — |
Older residents in towns around Hasbrouck Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood-Ridge, NJ | 1.1 mi | 1,848 | 174 |
| Lodi, NJ | 1.1 mi | 3,553 | 527 |
| Moonachie, NJ | 1.7 mi | 533 | 83 |
| Wallington, NJ | 1.8 mi | 1,726 | 139 |
| Garfield, NJ | 2.1 mi | 4,816 | 652 |
| Hackensack, NJ | 2.4 mi | 8,315 | 1,030 |
Nursing homes near Hasbrouck Heights
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Care At Regent LLC | Hackensack, NJ | 1.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 180 | (201) 646-1166 |
| Careone At Wellington | Hackensack, NJ | 2.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 128 | (201) 487-4900 |
| Alaris Health At The Chateau | Rochelle Park, NJ | 2.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 251 | (201) 226-9600 |
| Complete Care At Prospect Heights LLC | Hackensack, NJ | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 196 | (201) 678-1800 |
| Complete Care At Hamilton, LLC | Passaic, NJ | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (973) 773-7070 |
| Atlas Rehabilitation And Healthcare At Maywood | Maywood, NJ | 2.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (201) 843-8411 |
Hospices serving Hasbrouck Heights
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Hospice | Hackensack, NJ | 2.2 mi | (201) 342-7766 |
| Holy Name Hospice | Teaneck, NJ | 3.9 mi | (201) 833-3188 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Englewood, Inc | Englewood, NJ | 5.6 mi | (201) 894-3333 |
| Valley Hospice | Paramus, NJ | 5.9 mi | (201) 291-6000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hasbrouck Heights. 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 Hasbrouck Heights
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,766 monthly median income of Hasbrouck Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Dementia Care in Hasbrouck Heights: common questions
What nursing homes are near Hasbrouck Heights?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Complete Care At Regent LLC in Hackensack (1.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Careone At Wellington in Hackensack (2.4 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Alaris Health At The Chateau in Rochelle Park (2.4 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Hasbrouck Heights?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,766 monthly median income of Hasbrouck Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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.
More senior care near Hasbrouck Heights
Dementia Care in nearby cities
- Dementia Care in Wood-Ridge, NJ
- Dementia Care in Lodi, NJ
- Dementia Care in Moonachie, NJ
- Dementia Care in Wallington, NJ
- Dementia Care in Garfield, NJ
- Dementia Care in Hackensack, NJ
- Dementia Care in Bogota, NJ
- Dementia Care in Little Ferry, NJ
- Dementia Care in Carlstadt, NJ
- Dementia Care in Maywood, NJ
- Dementia Care in Passaic, NJ
- Dementia Care in Ridgefield Park, NJ
- Dementia Care in East Rutherford, NJ
- Dementia Care in Rutherford, NJ
- Dementia Care in Elmwood Park, NJ
- Dementia Care in Ridgefield, NJ
Other care in Hasbrouck Heights
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.
Find dementia care in Hasbrouck Heights
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Hasbrouck Heights can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
