In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in High Ridge, MO
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Dementia Care in High Ridge, MO: the local picture
High Ridge has about 185 residents aged 85 or older among 929 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.
27% of residents 65 and older report a disability (34% in Jefferson County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
40% of older High Ridge 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.
High Ridge compared with Jefferson County and Missouri
| Census figure | High Ridge | Jefferson County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 5.0% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 34% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 24% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 9.3% | 10% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.2% | 3.3% | 6.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,972 | $57,683 | — |
Older residents in towns around High Ridge
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byrnes Mill, MO | 2.6 mi | 497 | 31 |
| Murphy, MO | 3.4 mi | 1,678 | 132 |
| Fenton, MO | 6.5 mi | 948 | 95 |
| Valley Park, MO | 6.5 mi | 1,297 | 301 |
| Eureka, MO | 6.6 mi | 1,766 | 252 |
| Sunset Hills, MO | 8.3 mi | 2,660 | 577 |
Nursing homes near High Ridge
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmar Gardens Of Meramec Valley | Fenton, MO | 4.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 190 | (636) 343-0016 |
| Marymount Manor | Eureka, MO | 5.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 174 | (636) 938-6770 |
| Maple Grove Wellness & Rehabilitation | Fenton, MO | 5.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 144 | (636) 343-2282 |
| South County Health Care Center | Arnold, MO | 5.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 153 | (636) 296-5455 |
| Fieser Nursing Center | Fenton, MO | 6.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 47 | (636) 343-4344 |
| St Andrew's At Francis Place | Eureka, MO | 6.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 106 | (636) 938-5151 |
Hospices serving High Ridge
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Hospice, LLC | Fenton, MO | 4.5 mi | (636) 343-3839 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Missouri | Saint Louis, MO | 8.6 mi | (314) 909-6200 |
| Breeze Hospice Of Missouri | Ballwin, MO | 10 mi | (314) 833-3180 |
| Bristol Hospice - St Louis | Saint Louis, MO | 12 mi | (314) 962-4673 |
Straight-line miles from the center of High Ridge. 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 High Ridge
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $3,831 monthly median income of High Ridge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid caregiver.
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 High Ridge: common questions
What nursing homes are near High Ridge?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Delmar Gardens Of Meramec Valley in Fenton (4.8 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Marymount Manor in Eureka (5.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Maple Grove Wellness & Rehabilitation in Fenton (5.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in High Ridge?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $3,831 monthly median income of High Ridge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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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