In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in New Hyde Park, NY
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Dementia Care in New Hyde Park, NY: the local picture
New Hyde Park has about 169 residents aged 85 or older among 1,962 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.
30% of residents 65 and older report a disability (27% in Nassau County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
20% of older New Hyde Park 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 Hyde Park compared with Nassau County and New York
| Census figure | New Hyde Park | Nassau County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 2.6% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 20% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.9% | 6.7% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 33% | 31% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $98,372 | $100,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around New Hyde Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| North New Hyde Park, NY | 0.9 mi | 2,953 | 229 |
| Floral Park, NY | 1.1 mi | 3,218 | 505 |
| Garden City Park, NY | 1.4 mi | 1,545 | 179 |
| Manhasset Hills, NY | 1.9 mi | 845 | 168 |
| Garden City South, NY | 1.9 mi | 643 | 169 |
| Herricks, NY | 2.1 mi | 918 | 189 |
Nursing homes near New Hyde Park
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Glen Oaks Nursing Home, Inc | Glen Oaks, NY | 1.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (718) 343-0770 |
| Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab | New Hyde Park, NY | 1.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 527 | (718) 289-2100 |
| Garden Care Center | Franklin Square, NY | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 150 | (516) 775-2100 |
| Highfield Gardens Care Center Of Great Neck | Great Neck, NY | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 200 | (516) 365-9229 |
| Little Neck Care Center | Little Neck, NY | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (718) 423-6400 |
| Queen Of Peace Residence | Queens Village, NY | 3.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 53 | (718) 464-1800 |
Hospices serving New Hyde Park
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive Comm Hospice Of Parker Jewish Inst | New Hyde Park, NY | 0.3 mi | (516) 586-1575 |
| Calvary Home Health Agency And Hospice Care | Bronx, NY | 11 mi | (718) 518-2465 |
| Hospice Care Of Long Island, Queens, South Shore | Woodbury, NY | 13 mi | (516) 832-7100 |
| Hospice Of New York, LLC | Long Island City, NY | 13 mi | (718) 472-1999 |
Straight-line miles from the center of New Hyde Park. 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 Hyde Park
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $8,198 monthly median income of New Hyde Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Dementia Care in New Hyde Park: common questions
What nursing homes are near New Hyde Park?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are New Glen Oaks Nursing Home, Inc in Glen Oaks (1.7 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab in New Hyde Park (1.8 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Garden Care Center in Franklin Square (2.0 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in New Hyde Park?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $8,198 monthly median income of New Hyde Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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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