In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Newington Forest, VA
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Dementia Care in Newington Forest, VA: the local picture
Newington Forest has about 99 residents aged 85 or older among 1,737 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.
15% of residents 65 and older report a disability (24% in Fairfax County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
25% of older Newington Forest 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.
Newington Forest compared with Fairfax County and Virginia
| Census figure | Newington Forest | Fairfax County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 15% | 24% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 22% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.8% | 5.2% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 35% | 39% | 17% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $120,562 | $119,967 | — |
Older residents in towns around Newington Forest
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosspointe, VA | 1.8 mi | 935 | 0 |
| Newington, VA | 2.0 mi | 1,970 | 145 |
| South Run, VA | 2.2 mi | 1,280 | 54 |
| Laurel Hill, VA | 2.3 mi | 918 | 33 |
| West Springfield, VA | 2.6 mi | 3,705 | 352 |
| Lorton, VA | 2.9 mi | 2,320 | 465 |
Nursing homes near Newington Forest
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenspring Village | Springfield, VA | 2.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 62 | (703) 923-4663 |
| Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax | Fort Belvoir, VA | 3.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 56 | (703) 799-1333 |
| Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center | Burke, VA | 4.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (703) 425-9765 |
| Westminster At Lake Ridge | Lake Ridge, VA | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (703) 643-9017 |
| August Healthcare At Leewood | Annandale, VA | 5.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 157 | (703) 256-9770 |
| Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Woodbridge, VA | 6.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (703) 491-6167 |
Hospices serving Newington Forest
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascend Hospice Of Northern Virginia | Woodbridge, VA | 6.1 mi | (571) 677-2600 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic | Fairfax, VA | 8.9 mi | (703) 270-4300 |
| Capital Hospice | Falls Church, VA | 9.0 mi | (703) 712-4874 |
| Goodwin House Palliative Care And Hospice | Falls Church, VA | 9.2 mi | (703) 578-7108 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Newington Forest. 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 Newington Forest
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 13% of the $10,047 monthly median income of Newington Forest households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Newington Forest: common questions
What nursing homes are near Newington Forest?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Greenspring Village in Springfield (2.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir (3.1 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burke (4.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Newington Forest?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 13% of the $10,047 monthly median income of Newington Forest households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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