In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Lloyd Harbor, NY
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Dementia Care in Lloyd Harbor, NY: the local picture
Lloyd Harbor has about 198 residents aged 85 or older among 718 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.
34% of residents 65 and older report a disability (28% in Suffolk County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
17% of older Lloyd Harbor 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.
Lloyd Harbor compared with Suffolk County and New York
| Census figure | Lloyd Harbor | Suffolk County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 5.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 28% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 23% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.2% | 7.3% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 10.0% | 25% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $142,917 | $87,077 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lloyd Harbor
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halesite, NY | 2.9 mi | 668 | 46 |
| Huntington, NY | 3.7 mi | 4,820 | 542 |
| Centerport, NY | 4.0 mi | 1,196 | 80 |
| Cold Spring Harbor, NY | 4.0 mi | 451 | 41 |
| Northport, NY | 5.3 mi | 1,986 | 277 |
| Huntington Station, NY | 5.7 mi | 6,157 | 563 |
Nursing homes near Lloyd Harbor
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Forest Car Center For Rehab & Healthcare | Huntington, NY | 4.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 76 | (631) 427-0254 |
| Carillon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Huntington, NY | 5.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 315 | (631) 271-5800 |
| Woodbury Heights Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Woodbury, NY | 6.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 606 | (516) 921-3900 |
| Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center | Huntington Station, NY | 7.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 195 | (631) 423-3200 |
| Excel At Woodbury For Rehabilitation And Nursing, | Woodbury, NY | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 123 | (516) 692-4100 |
| White Oaks Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Woodbury, NY | 7.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 200 | (516) 367-3400 |
Hospices serving Lloyd Harbor
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Care Of Long Island, Queens, South Shore | Woodbury, NY | 7.5 mi | (516) 832-7100 |
| Vns And Hospice Of Suffolk, Inc | East Northport, NY | 8.1 mi | (631) 930-9399 |
| Good Shepherd Hospice | Farmingdale, NY | 13 mi | (631) 465-6300 |
| Hospice Of New York, LLC | Long Island City, NY | 28 mi | (718) 472-1999 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lloyd Harbor. 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 Lloyd Harbor
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 14% of the $11,910 monthly median income of Lloyd Harbor households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Lloyd Harbor: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lloyd Harbor?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Pine Forest Car Center For Rehab & Healthcare in Huntington (4.1 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Carillon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Huntington (5.4 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Woodbury Heights Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Woodbury (6.8 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Lloyd Harbor?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 14% of the $11,910 monthly median income of Lloyd Harbor households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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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