In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Oak Park, CA
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Dementia Care in Oak Park, CA: the local picture
Oak Park has about 213 residents aged 85 or older among 2,187 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.
13% of residents 65 and older report a disability (33% in Ventura County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
24% of older Oak 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.
Oak Park compared with Ventura County and California
| Census figure | Oak Park | Ventura County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 17% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 13% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 22% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.3% | 8.8% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 26% | 38% | 44% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $100,104 | $81,454 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oak Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agoura Hills, CA | 2.5 mi | 3,775 | 513 |
| Westlake Village, CA | 4.4 mi | 2,157 | 297 |
| Simi Valley, CA | 5.8 mi | 21,589 | 2,770 |
| Thousand Oaks, CA | 6.2 mi | 25,928 | 4,022 |
| Calabasas, CA | 6.7 mi | 3,865 | 515 |
| Santa Rosa Valley, CA | 8.8 mi | 737 | 36 |
Nursing homes near Oak Park
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Oaks Post Acute | Thousand Oaks, CA | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 99 | (805) 494-1233 |
| Thousand Oaks Post Acute, LLC | Thousand Oaks, CA | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 123 | (805) 492-2444 |
| Oakview Skilled Nursing | Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 48 | (805) 241-2000 |
| Simi Healthcare Center | Simi Valley, CA | 7.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 99 | (805) 522-9155 |
| Motion Picture And T.V. Hosp D/P SNF | Woodland Hills, CA | 7.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 195 | (818) 876-1888 |
| West Valley Post Acute | West Hills, CA | 9.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 128 | (818) 348-8422 |
Hospices serving Oak Park
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neighbor Care Hospice | Thousand Oaks, CA | 3.3 mi | (805) 379-2398 |
| South Valley Hospice Services, Inc. | Agoura Hills, CA | 4.3 mi | (818) 227-0070 |
| Unique Care Los Angeles Hospice, Inc | Agoura Hills, CA | 4.3 mi | (818) 878-9440 |
| Ultimate Great Care Hospice Inc | Simi Valley, CA | 5.6 mi | (818) 601-8501 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oak 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 Oak Park
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,342 monthly median income of Oak Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Oak Park: common questions
What nursing homes are near Oak Park?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Sherwood Oaks Post Acute in Thousand Oaks (4.4 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Thousand Oaks Post Acute, LLC in Thousand Oaks (6.9 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Oakview Skilled Nursing in Thousand Oaks (7.2 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Oak Park?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $8,342 monthly median income of Oak Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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