In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Mendota Heights, MN
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Dementia Care in Mendota Heights, MN: the local picture
Mendota Heights has about 168 residents aged 85 or older among 3,057 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.
19% of residents 65 and older report a disability (26% in Dakota County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
23% of older Mendota Heights 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.
Mendota Heights compared with Dakota County and Minnesota
| Census figure | Mendota Heights | Dakota County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 19% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.2% | 6.6% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 8.5% | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $104,175 | $69,739 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mendota Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| West St. Paul, MN | 2.9 mi | 4,393 | 853 |
| South St. Paul, MN | 4.6 mi | 3,091 | 361 |
| Eagan, MN | 4.6 mi | 10,943 | 1,007 |
| Inver Grove Heights, MN | 5.0 mi | 6,440 | 671 |
| St. Paul, MN | 5.1 mi | 38,220 | 3,673 |
| Newport, MN | 6.6 mi | 732 | 160 |
Nursing homes near Mendota Heights
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Chateau Health And Rehabilitation Center | Saint Paul, MN | 2.3 mi | not rated | 64 | (651) 698-0793 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Inver Grove Heights | Inver Grove Heights, MN | 2.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 46 | (651) 451-1853 |
| Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii | West Saint Paul, MN | 2.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 37 | (651) 259-6702 |
| Shirley Chapman Sholom Home East | Saint Paul, MN | 2.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 118 | (651) 328-2008 |
| Southview Acres Healthcare Center | West Saint Paul, MN | 3.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 210 | (651) 554-9558 |
| Woodlyn Heights Healthcare Center | Inver Grove Heights, MN | 3.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 79 | (651) 451-1881 |
Hospices serving Mendota Heights
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sholom Hospice | Saint Paul, MN | 4.1 mi | (651) 328-2091 |
| Our Lady Of Peace Hospice | Saint Paul, MN | 5.3 mi | (651) 789-5031 |
| Healthpartners Hospice And Palliatice Care | Bloomington, MN | 5.6 mi | (952) 883-6877 |
| Accentcare Fairview Hospice - West, LLC | Saint Paul, MN | 6.9 mi | (612) 721-2491 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mendota Heights. 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 Mendota Heights
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,681 monthly median income of Mendota Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 Mendota Heights: common questions
What nursing homes are near Mendota Heights?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Highland Chateau Health And Rehabilitation Center in Saint Paul (2.3 mi, not rated overall); Good Samaritan Society - Inver Grove Heights in Inver Grove Heights (2.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge Ii in West Saint Paul (2.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Mendota Heights?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,681 monthly median income of Mendota Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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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