In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Mississippi State, MS
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Dementia Care in Mississippi State, MS: the local picture
Mississippi State has about 0 residents aged 85 or older among 0 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.
Mississippi State compared with Oktibbeha County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Mississippi State | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 12% | 17% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.3% | 4.8% | 4.3% |
Older residents in towns around Mississippi State
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville, MS | 2.2 mi | 2,917 | 475 |
| West Point, MS | 13 mi | 1,985 | 209 |
| Columbus, MS | 23 mi | 4,787 | 591 |
| New Hope, MS | 26 mi | 484 | 14 |
| Macon, MS | 26 mi | 412 | 47 |
| Louisville, MS | 27 mi | 1,340 | 181 |
Nursing homes near Mississippi State
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville Manor Health Care And Rehabilitation Ce | Starkville, MS | 2.4 mi | not rated | 119 | (662) 323-6360 |
| Carrington, LLC D/B/A The Carrington | Starkville, MS | 7.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 323-2202 |
| Dugan Memorial Home | West Point, MS | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 494-3640 |
| West Point Community Living Center | West Point, MS | 15 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (662) 494-6011 |
| Vineyard Court Nursing Center | Columbus, MS | 21 mi | 2 of 5 | 55 | (662) 328-1133 |
| Trinity Healthcare Center | Columbus, MS | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (662) 327-9404 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mississippi State. 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 Mississippi State
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi 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 Mississippi State: common questions
What nursing homes are near Mississippi State?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Starkville Manor Health Care And Rehabilitation Ce in Starkville (2.4 mi, not rated overall); Carrington, LLC D/B/A The Carrington in Starkville (7.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Dugan Memorial Home in West Point (14 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Mississippi State?
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi 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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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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