In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Merion Station, PA
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Dementia Care in Merion Station, PA: the local picture
Merion Station has about 70 residents aged 85 or older among 1,186 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.
16% of residents 65 and older report a disability (27% in Montgomery County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
17% of older Merion Station 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.
Merion Station compared with Montgomery County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Merion Station | Montgomery County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 16% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 7.4% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 15% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $189,150 | $76,036 | — |
Older residents in towns around Merion Station
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narberth, PA | 0.8 mi | 701 | 33 |
| Wynnewood, PA | 1.1 mi | 579 | 73 |
| Bala Cynwyd, PA | 1.3 mi | 2,107 | 482 |
| Penn Wynne, PA | 1.6 mi | 1,623 | 383 |
| Ardmore, PA | 2.4 mi | 2,844 | 319 |
| Bryn Mawr, PA | 3.7 mi | 818 | 128 |
Nursing homes near Merion Station
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saunders Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Wynnewood, PA | 1.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 180 | (610) 658-5100 |
| Inglis House | Philadelphia, PA | 1.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 202 | (215) 581-0713 |
| Simpson House Inc | Philadelphia, PA | 1.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 142 | (215) 878-3600 |
| Kearsley Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Philadelphia, PA | 1.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 96 | (215) 877-1565 |
| Monumentalpostacutecare At Woodside Park | Philadelphia, PA | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 180 | (215) 877-5400 |
| Centennial Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Philadelphia, PA | 2.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 180 | (215) 477-1170 |
Hospices serving Merion Station
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Medicine Hospice | Bala Cynwyd, PA | 1.0 mi | (610) 617-2400 |
| Echo Hospice Of Pennsylvania, LLC | Philadelphia, PA | 5.9 mi | (267) 551-5708 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Newtown Square, PA | 8.4 mi | (610) 627-2050 |
| Main Line Health Homecare & Hospice - Hospice | Radnor, PA | 8.9 mi | (484) 580-1400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Merion Station. 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 Merion Station
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 8% of the $15,763 monthly median income of Merion Station households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Merion Station: common questions
What nursing homes are near Merion Station?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Saunders Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Wynnewood (1.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Inglis House in Philadelphia (1.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Simpson House Inc in Philadelphia (1.8 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Merion Station?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 8% of the $15,763 monthly median income of Merion Station households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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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