In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Johns Creek, GA
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Dementia Care in Johns Creek, GA: the local picture
Johns Creek has about 1,177 residents aged 85 or older among 11,203 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.
23% of residents 65 and older report a disability (30% in Fulton County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
15% of older Johns Creek 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.
Johns Creek compared with Fulton County and Georgia
| Census figure | Johns Creek | Fulton County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 13% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 30% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 15% | 34% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.3% | 13% | 11% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 39% | 18% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $96,048 | $60,089 | — |
Older residents in towns around Johns Creek
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Lake, GA | 3.7 mi | 731 | 42 |
| Duluth, GA | 3.7 mi | 4,297 | 280 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 4.7 mi | 8,901 | 1,466 |
| Peachtree Corners, GA | 4.8 mi | 5,581 | 168 |
| Norcross, GA | 6.6 mi | 1,733 | 259 |
| Suwanee, GA | 8.0 mi | 2,185 | 200 |
Nursing homes near Johns Creek
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D Scott Hudgens Center For Skilled Nursing, The | Suwanee, GA | 8.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 32 | (770) 932-3472 |
| Salude - The Art Of Recovery | Suwanee, GA | 8.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 64 | (770) 904-3222 |
| Delmar Gardens Of Gwinnett | Lawrenceville, GA | 8.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 67 | (770) 923-3100 |
| Roswell Center For Nursing And Healing LLC | Roswell, GA | 8.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 268 | (770) 998-1802 |
| Pruitthealth - Lilburn | Lilburn, GA | 9.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 152 | (770) 923-2020 |
| Life Care Center Of Gwinnett | Lawrenceville, GA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 163 | (770) 923-0005 |
Hospices serving Johns Creek
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Georgia | Alpharetta, GA | 2.2 mi | (404) 250-4950 |
| Inspire Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc | Duluth, GA | 3.3 mi | (404) 921-3341 |
| Courtland Hospice Inc | Duluth, GA | 3.3 mi | (773) 719-5566 |
| Golden Rule Hospice, LLC. | Alpharetta, GA | 3.4 mi | (470) 395-6567 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Johns Creek. 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 Johns Creek
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $8,004 monthly median income of Johns Creek households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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 Johns Creek: common questions
What nursing homes are near Johns Creek?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are D Scott Hudgens Center For Skilled Nursing, The in Suwanee (8.1 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Salude - The Art Of Recovery in Suwanee (8.5 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Delmar Gardens Of Gwinnett in Lawrenceville (8.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Johns Creek?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $8,004 monthly median income of Johns Creek households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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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