Lynnwood, Washington

In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Lynnwood, WA

Help at home for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia: steady routines, safety and patience with changes in memory and mood. Post what you need in Lynnwood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Dementia Care in Lynnwood, WA: the local picture

915
residents 85 or older (2.3% of all residents)
6,715
residents 65 or older (17% of Lynnwood)
42%
of residents 65+ report a disability (33% in Snohomish County)
6+
Medicare-certified nursing homes within 25 miles

Lynnwood has about 915 residents aged 85 or older among 6,715 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.

42% of residents 65 and older report a disability (33% in Snohomish County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.

38% of older Lynnwood 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.

Lynnwood compared with Snohomish County and Washington

Census figureLynnwoodSnohomish CountyWashington
Residents 85 or older2.3%1.5%1.8%
Residents 65 or older17%15%17%
Residents 65+ with a disability42%33%33%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone38%26%26%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)17%9.1%8.9%
Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home38%24%21%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$50,230$69,352—

Older residents in towns around Lynnwood

TownDistanceResidents 65+Residents 85+
Alderwood Manor, WA1.8 mi1,547131
North Lynnwood, WA2.0 mi2,176192
Mountlake Terrace, WA2.4 mi3,810572
Larch Way, WA2.4 mi61629
Meadowdale, WA2.4 mi58115
Edmonds, WA2.7 mi10,1031,138

Nursing homes near Lynnwood

Nursing homeTownDistanceCMS overall ratingCertified bedsPhone
Lynnwood Post Acute Rehabilitation CenterLynnwood, WA0.4 mi4 of 567(425) 776-5512
Alderwood Post Acute & RehabilitationLynnwood, WA1.0 mi2 of 5113(425) 775-9222
Edmonds Post AcuteEdmonds, WA2.1 mi1 of 5128(425) 775-1961
Pine Ridge Post AcuteEdmonds, WA2.3 mi4 of 580(425) 778-0107
Bothell Health CareBothell, WA3.8 mi2 of 599(425) 481-8500
Fircrest Nursing FacilitySeattle, WA4.6 mi5 of 5110(206) 361-3511

Hospices serving Lynnwood

HospiceOfficeDistancePhone
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Snohomish CountyLynnwood, WA1.0 mi(425) 988-2500
Continuum Care Of Snohomish, LLCLynnwood, WA1.8 mi(510) 499-9977
Eden HospiceLynnwood, WA1.8 mi(425) 448-7607
Bristol Hospice - Snohomish CountyLynnwood, WA3.2 mi(425) 521-6939

Straight-line miles from the center of Lynnwood. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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
Cost

What dementia care costs in Lynnwood

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $4,186 monthly median income of Lynnwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

Before you hire

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.

Questions

Dementia Care in Lynnwood: common questions

What nursing homes are near Lynnwood?

The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Lynnwood Post Acute Rehabilitation Center in Lynnwood (0.4 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation in Lynnwood (1.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Edmonds Post Acute in Edmonds (2.1 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.

How much does dementia care cost in Lynnwood?

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $4,186 monthly median income of Lynnwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

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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