In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Merrydale, LA
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Dementia Care in Merrydale, LA: the local picture
Merrydale has about 16 residents aged 85 or older among 1,669 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.
27% of residents 65 and older report a disability (36% in East Baton Rouge Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
24% of older Merrydale 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.
Merrydale compared with East Baton Rouge Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Merrydale | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 36% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 29% | 11% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 1.6% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $22,387 | $55,806 | — |
Older residents in towns around Merrydale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownfields, LA | 3.2 mi | 699 | 128 |
| Monticello, LA | 3.9 mi | 611 | 30 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 4.4 mi | 31,584 | 3,662 |
| Central, LA | 6.0 mi | 5,474 | 379 |
| Westminster, LA | 6.5 mi | 525 | 53 |
| Baker, LA | 6.5 mi | 1,390 | 108 |
Nursing homes near Merrydale
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clare Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation | Baton Rouge, LA | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 184 | (225) 216-3604 |
| The Guest House Care Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 104 | (225) 272-0111 |
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center, SNF | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 2 | (225) 387-7161 |
| Capitol House Nursing And Rehab Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 4.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 132 | (225) 275-0474 |
| Capital Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 4.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 123 | (225) 387-6705 |
| Sterling Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 4.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 144 | (225) 344-3551 |
Hospices serving Merrydale
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Compassus - Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.8 mi | (225) 768-0866 |
| The Hospice Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.8 mi | (225) 767-4673 |
| St. Joseph Hospice Of Acadiana, LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 6.4 mi | (225) 769-4810 |
| Hospice In His Care, LLC | Baton Rouge, LA | 6.4 mi | (225) 214-0010 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Merrydale. 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 Merrydale
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $1,866 monthly median income of Merrydale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Merrydale: common questions
What nursing homes are near Merrydale?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are St Clare Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation in Baton Rouge (2.9 mi, 4 of 5 overall); The Guest House Care Center in Baton Rouge (3.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Baton Rouge General Medical Center, SNF in Baton Rouge (3.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Merrydale?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $1,866 monthly median income of Merrydale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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Other care in Merrydale
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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