In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Kimberly, ID
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Dementia Care in Kimberly, ID: the local picture
Kimberly has about 26 residents aged 85 or older among 545 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.
31% of residents 65 and older report a disability (35% in Twin Falls County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
20% of older Kimberly 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.
Kimberly compared with Twin Falls County and Idaho
| Census figure | Kimberly | Twin Falls County | Idaho |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 35% | 34% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 28% | 24% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 8.5% | 8.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 23% | 15% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $77,821 | $47,109 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kimberly
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Falls, ID | 5.0 mi | 8,967 | 1,057 |
| Filer, ID | 12 mi | 528 | 33 |
| Jerome, ID | 15 mi | 1,168 | 164 |
| Buhl, ID | 20 mi | 803 | 104 |
| Wendell, ID | 24 mi | 489 | 46 |
| Burley, ID | 29 mi | 1,719 | 187 |
Nursing homes near Kimberly
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek Rehabilitation Center Of Kimberly | Kimberly, ID | 0.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 57 | (208) 423-5591 |
| Twin Falls Transitional Care Of Cascadia | Twin Falls, ID | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 116 | (208) 734-4264 |
| Serenity Transitional Care | Twin Falls, ID | 7.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 60 | (208) 644-7100 |
| Bridgeview Estates | Twin Falls, ID | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | 116 | (208) 735-5730 |
| Cascades At Desert View | Buhl, ID | 20 mi | 1 of 5 | 57 | (208) 543-6401 |
Hospices serving Kimberly
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison's Hope Twin Falls | Twin Falls, ID | 5.2 mi | (208) 286-1300 |
| Idaho Home Health & Hospice | Twin Falls, ID | 5.2 mi | (208) 887-9283 |
| Horizon Hospice Magic Valley | Twin Falls, ID | 5.2 mi | (208) 344-6500 |
| Hospice Visions | Twin Falls, ID | 5.2 mi | (208) 735-0121 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kimberly. 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 Kimberly
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $6,485 monthly median income of Kimberly households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Dementia Care in Kimberly: common questions
What nursing homes are near Kimberly?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Oak Creek Rehabilitation Center Of Kimberly in Kimberly (0.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Twin Falls Transitional Care Of Cascadia in Twin Falls (3.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Serenity Transitional Care in Twin Falls (7.1 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Kimberly?
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $6,485 monthly median income of Kimberly households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Kimberly
Dementia Care in nearby cities
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- Dementia Care in Filer, ID
- Dementia Care in Jerome, ID
- Dementia Care in Buhl, ID
- Dementia Care in Wendell, ID
- Dementia Care in Burley, ID
- Dementia Care in Heyburn, ID
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Other care in Kimberly
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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