In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Lake Geneva, WI
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Dementia Care in Lake Geneva, WI: the local picture
Lake Geneva has about 299 residents aged 85 or older among 2,216 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.
25% of residents 65 and older report a disability (28% in Walworth County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
47% of older Lake Geneva 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.
Lake Geneva compared with Walworth County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Lake Geneva | Walworth County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 25% | 28% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 47% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.4% | 7.3% | 9.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 8.7% | 11% | 9.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,821 | $62,405 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake Geneva
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield, WI | 4.6 mi | 660 | 43 |
| Williams Bay, WI | 6.0 mi | 822 | 119 |
| Genoa City, WI | 7.7 mi | 389 | 44 |
| Elkhorn, WI | 8.2 mi | 1,596 | 257 |
| Walworth, WI | 9.2 mi | 516 | 62 |
| Delavan Lake, WI | 10 mi | 669 | 78 |
Nursing homes near Lake Geneva
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva Lake Manor | Lake Geneva, WI | 0.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 60 | (262) 248-3145 |
| Golden Years Of Lake Geneva | Lake Geneva, WI | 1.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 54 | (262) 249-1960 |
| Williams Bay Health Services | Williams Bay, WI | 5.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 50 | (262) 245-6400 |
| Lakeland Health Care Ctr | Elkhorn, WI | 8.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 90 | (262) 741-3600 |
| Holton Manor | Elkhorn, WI | 9.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (262) 723-4963 |
| Delavan Health Services | Delavan, WI | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 50 | (262) 728-6319 |
Hospices serving Lake Geneva
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Alliance | Pleasant Prairie, WI | 28 mi | (262) 652-4400 |
| St Croix Hospice Waukesha | Waukesha, WI | 31 mi | (262) 796-0600 |
| Holistic Hospice | Greenfield, WI | 33 mi | (414) 231-3130 |
| Rainbow Hospice Care | Jefferson, WI | 35 mi | (920) 674-6255 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake Geneva. 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 Lake Geneva
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $4,902 monthly median income of Lake Geneva households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a 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 Lake Geneva: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lake Geneva?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Geneva Lake Manor in Lake Geneva (0.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Golden Years Of Lake Geneva in Lake Geneva (1.2 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Williams Bay Health Services in Williams Bay (5.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Lake Geneva?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $4,902 monthly median income of Lake Geneva households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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.
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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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