In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Lakes of the Four Seasons, IN
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Dementia Care in Lakes of the Four Seasons, IN: the local picture
Lakes of the Four Seasons has about 51 residents aged 85 or older among 1,639 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 (32% in Lake County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
7.7% of older Lakes of the Four Seasons 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.
Lakes of the Four Seasons compared with Lake County and Indiana
| Census figure | Lakes of the Four Seasons | Lake County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 7.7% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.0% | 11% | 9.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 6.8% | 15% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $105,156 | $53,273 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lakes of the Four Seasons
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winfield, IN | 2.2 mi | 970 | 82 |
| Shorewood Forest, IN | 5.4 mi | 643 | 106 |
| Hebron, IN | 5.5 mi | 600 | 30 |
| Crown Point, IN | 6.5 mi | 6,282 | 890 |
| Merrillville, IN | 6.9 mi | 7,540 | 796 |
| Hobart, IN | 8.1 mi | 4,478 | 489 |
Nursing homes near Lakes of the Four Seasons
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Point Health Campus | Crown Point, IN | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 145 | (219) 662-0642 |
| Brickyard Healthcare - Merrillville Care Center | Merrillville, IN | 6.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 164 | (219) 736-1310 |
| Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center | Merrillville, IN | 7.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (219) 769-9009 |
| Colonial Nursing Home | Crown Point, IN | 7.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 55 | (219) 663-2532 |
| Spring Mill Health Campus | Merrillville, IN | 7.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 64 | (219) 756-0744 |
| Ignite Medical Resort Crown Point LLC | Crown Point, IN | 7.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 70 | (219) 323-8700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lakes of the Four Seasons. 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 Lakes of the Four Seasons
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,763 monthly median income of Lakes of the Four Seasons households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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 Lakes of the Four Seasons: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lakes of the Four Seasons?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Crown Point Health Campus in Crown Point (1.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Brickyard Healthcare - Merrillville Care Center in Merrillville (6.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center in Merrillville (7.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Lakes of the Four Seasons?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 17% of the $8,763 monthly median income of Lakes of the Four Seasons households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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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