In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Los Angeles, CA
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Dementia Care in Los Angeles, CA: the local picture
Los Angeles has about 72,682 residents aged 85 or older among 549,590 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.
36% of residents 65 and older report a disability (34% in Los Angeles County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
25% of older Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles compared with Los Angeles County and California
| Census figure | Los Angeles | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 22% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 15% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 56% | 55% | 44% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,009 | $64,269 | — |
Older residents in towns around Los Angeles
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culver City, CA | 1.2 mi | 7,116 | 877 |
| Ladera Heights, CA | 2.8 mi | 1,626 | 176 |
| Marina del Rey, CA | 3.8 mi | 614 | 42 |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 4.0 mi | 2,773 | 512 |
| Beverly Hills, CA | 4.2 mi | 8,048 | 1,632 |
| Santa Monica, CA | 5.0 mi | 17,816 | 2,405 |
Nursing homes near Los Angeles
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overland Terrace Healthcare & Wellness Centre, LP | Los Angeles, CA | 0.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 87 | (310) 839-5201 |
| Cheviot Hills Post Acute | Los Angeles, CA | 0.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (310) 836-8900 |
| Southern California Hosp At Culver City D/P SNF | Culver City, CA | 0.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 21 | (323) 836-7000 |
| Meadowbrook Behavioral Health Center | Los Angeles, CA | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 77 | (310) 391-8266 |
| Vista Del Sol Care Center | Los Angeles, CA | 1.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 50 | (310) 390-9045 |
| Marina Pointe Healthcare & Subacute | Culver City, CA | 1.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 116 | (310) 391-7266 |
Hospices serving Los Angeles
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of Nation, Inc | Los Angeles, CA | 1.4 mi | (626) 539-8681 |
| Roze Room Hospice | Culver City, CA | 1.8 mi | (310) 202-7693 |
| Elevate Hospice Care, Inc. | Los Angeles, CA | 2.8 mi | (818) 850-2151 |
| First Serenity Hospice, Inc. | Los Angeles, CA | 2.8 mi | (310) 388-8790 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,834 monthly median income of Los Angeles households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Los Angeles: common questions
What nursing homes are near Los Angeles?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Overland Terrace Healthcare & Wellness Centre, LP in Los Angeles (0.3 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Cheviot Hills Post Acute in Los Angeles (0.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Southern California Hosp At Culver City D/P SNF in Culver City (0.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Los Angeles?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,834 monthly median income of Los Angeles households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Los Angeles
Dementia Care in nearby cities
- Dementia Care in Culver City, CA
- Dementia Care in Ladera Heights, CA
- Dementia Care in Marina del Rey, CA
- Dementia Care in View Park-Windsor Hills, CA
- Dementia Care in Beverly Hills, CA
- Dementia Care in Santa Monica, CA
- Dementia Care in West Hollywood, CA
- Dementia Care in Inglewood, CA
- Dementia Care in Lennox, CA
- Dementia Care in Del Aire, CA
- Dementia Care in El Segundo, CA
- Dementia Care in Hawthorne, CA
- Dementia Care in Manhattan Beach, CA
- Dementia Care in Westmont, CA
- Dementia Care in West Athens, CA
- Dementia Care in Lawndale, CA
Other care in Los Angeles
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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