In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Hide-A-Way Lake, MS
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Dementia Care in Hide-A-Way Lake, MS: the local picture
Hide-A-Way Lake has about 121 residents aged 85 or older among 707 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.
24% of residents 65 and older report a disability (48% in Pearl River County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
42% of older Hide-A-Way Lake 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.
Hide-A-Way Lake compared with Pearl River County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Hide-A-Way Lake | Pearl River County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.7% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 28% | 20% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 48% | 41% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.5% | 14% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 0.0% | 3.0% | 4.3% |
Older residents in towns around Hide-A-Way Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picayune, MS | 3.8 mi | 2,353 | 221 |
| Nicholson, MS | 7.2 mi | 433 | 15 |
| Pearl River, LA | 16 mi | 418 | 39 |
| Bogalusa, LA | 19 mi | 2,047 | 177 |
| Poplarville, MS | 19 mi | 332 | 21 |
| Slidell, LA | 22 mi | 6,098 | 819 |
Nursing homes near Hide-A-Way Lake
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Care Center Of Picayune | Picayune, MS | 1.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (601) 799-1616 |
| Picayune Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Picayune, MS | 3.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (601) 798-1811 |
| Pearl River Co Nursing Home | Poplarville, MS | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | 105 | (601) 795-4543 |
| Resthaven Living Center | Bogalusa, LA | 20 mi | 2 of 5 | 145 | (985) 732-3909 |
| Greenbriar Community Care Center | Slidell, LA | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | 174 | (985) 643-6900 |
| Memorial Woodland Village Nursing Center | Diamondhead, MS | 21 mi | 2 of 5 | 132 | (228) 255-4832 |
Hospices serving Hide-A-Way Lake
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Of South Mississippi LLC | Poplarville, MS | 19 mi | (601) 403-9822 |
| Notre Dame Hospice Of Mississippi | Diamondhead, MS | 21 mi | (228) 687-1385 |
| Passages Hospice | Covington, LA | 28 mi | (504) 875-4204 |
| St Tammany Hospital Hospice | Madisonville, LA | 34 mi | (985) 871-5976 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hide-A-Way Lake. 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 Hide-A-Way Lake
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Hide-A-Way Lake: common questions
What nursing homes are near Hide-A-Way Lake?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Bedford Care Center Of Picayune in Picayune (1.6 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Picayune Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Picayune (3.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Pearl River Co Nursing Home in Poplarville (20 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Hide-A-Way Lake?
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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