In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in New Albany, MS
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Dementia Care in New Albany, MS: the local picture
New Albany has about 319 residents aged 85 or older among 1,427 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.
49% of residents 65 and older report a disability (42% in Union County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
22% of older New Albany 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.
New Albany compared with Union County and Mississippi
| Census figure | New Albany | Union County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 49% | 42% | 41% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 5.7% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 7.5% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,281 | $51,422 | — |
Older residents in towns around New Albany
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontotoc, MS | 17 mi | 990 | 107 |
| Ripley, MS | 18 mi | 1,391 | 128 |
| Saltillo, MS | 20 mi | 786 | 25 |
| Guntown, MS | 21 mi | 145 | 3 |
| Baldwyn, MS | 22 mi | 591 | 56 |
| Tupelo, MS | 23 mi | 6,418 | 701 |
Nursing homes near New Albany
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Co Health And Rehab Center, Inc | New Albany, MS | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 539-0502 |
| New Albany Health & Rehab Center | New Albany, MS | 1.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 114 | (662) 534-9506 |
| Sunshine Health Care, Inc | Pontotoc, MS | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (662) 489-1189 |
| Pontotoc Nursing Home | Pontotoc, MS | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | 44 | (662) 489-5510 |
| Diversicare Of Ripley | Ripley, MS | 18 mi | 1 of 5 | 140 | (662) 837-3011 |
| Tippah County Nursing Home | Ripley, MS | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | 40 | (662) 837-2111 |
Hospices serving New Albany
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Hospice Care, LLC | New Albany, MS | 1.2 mi | (662) 539-7086 |
| Homecare Hospice North LLC Dba Legacy Hospice Of The South | New Albany, MS | 1.2 mi | (662) 539-7339 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Tupelo, MS | 24 mi | (662) 205-5740 |
| Enhabit Hospice Of Northeast Mississippi | Tupelo, MS | 24 mi | (662) 844-2870 |
Straight-line miles from the center of New Albany. 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 New Albany
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, which is 25% of the $4,023 monthly median income of New Albany households headed by someone 65 or older. 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 New Albany: common questions
What nursing homes are near New Albany?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Union Co Health And Rehab Center, Inc in New Albany (0.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall); New Albany Health & Rehab Center in New Albany (1.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Sunshine Health Care, Inc in Pontotoc (15 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in New Albany?
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, which is 25% of the $4,023 monthly median income of New Albany households headed by someone 65 or older. 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.
More senior care near New Albany
Dementia Care in nearby cities
- Dementia Care in Pontotoc, MS
- Dementia Care in Ripley, MS
- Dementia Care in Saltillo, MS
- Dementia Care in Guntown, MS
- Dementia Care in Baldwyn, MS
- Dementia Care in Tupelo, MS
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Other care in New Albany
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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