In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Mansfield Center, MA
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Dementia Care in Mansfield Center, MA: the local picture
Mansfield Center has about 153 residents aged 85 or older among 1,249 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.
29% of residents 65 and older report a disability (33% in Bristol County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
38% of older Mansfield Center 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.
Mansfield Center compared with Bristol County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Mansfield Center | Bristol County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 30% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.8% | 11% | 11% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 13% | 22% | 25% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $70,990 | $54,856 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mansfield Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxborough, MA | 3.3 mi | 1,035 | 134 |
| Norton Center, MA | 3.6 mi | 183 | 8 |
| Sharon, MA | 6.8 mi | 1,017 | 49 |
| North Attleborough Town, MA | 7.0 mi | 5,097 | 707 |
| Attleboro, MA | 7.4 mi | 7,363 | 860 |
| Walpole, MA | 7.8 mi | 1,295 | 168 |
Nursing homes near Mansfield Center
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Place Healthcare | Attleboro, MA | 5.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 133 | (508) 222-4950 |
| Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center | North Easton, MA | 5.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 171 | (508) 238-7053 |
| Alliance Health At Maples | Wrentham, MA | 6.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 144 | (508) 384-7977 |
| Serenity Hill Nursing Center | Wrentham, MA | 6.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 44 | (508) 384-3400 |
| Madonna Manor Nursing Home | North Attleboro, MA | 6.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 129 | (508) 699-2740 |
| Life Care Center Of Attleboro | Attleboro, MA | 6.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 123 | (774) 319-7809 |
Hospices serving Mansfield Center
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopehealth Hospice & Palliative Care | Attleboro, MA | 7.7 mi | (508) 957-0200 |
| Brockton Visiting Nurse Association | Brockton, MA | 10 mi | (508) 587-2121 |
| Old Colony Hospice, Inc | W Bridgewater, MA | 10 mi | (781) 341-4145 |
| Caring Hospice Services Of Massachusetts LLC | Norwood, MA | 11 mi | (732) 901-6600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mansfield Center. 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 Mansfield Center
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,916 monthly median income of Mansfield Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Mansfield Center: common questions
What nursing homes are near Mansfield Center?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Garden Place Healthcare in Attleboro (5.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in North Easton (5.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Alliance Health At Maples in Wrentham (6.2 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Mansfield Center?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,916 monthly median income of Mansfield Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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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