In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Oakland Park, FL
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Dementia Care in Oakland Park, FL: the local picture
Oakland Park has about 628 residents aged 85 or older among 6,104 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.
32% of residents 65 and older report a disability (32% in Broward County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
31% of older Oakland 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.
Oakland Park compared with Broward County and Florida
| Census figure | Oakland Park | Broward County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 27% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 16% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 44% | 44% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,902 | $51,526 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oakland Park
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton Manors, FL | 1.6 mi | 2,641 | 376 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2.6 mi | 36,444 | 3,698 |
| Lauderdale Lakes, FL | 3.1 mi | 7,063 | 914 |
| Roosevelt Gardens, FL | 3.2 mi | 376 | 34 |
| Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL | 3.4 mi | 2,796 | 547 |
| Pompano Beach, FL | 4.5 mi | 21,979 | 3,284 |
Nursing homes near Oakland Park
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton Manors Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Wilton Manors, FL | 1.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 147 | (954) 563-5711 |
| Pearl At Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation And Nursin | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 206 | (954) 566-8353 |
| Ft Lauderdale Health & Rehabilitation Center | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 169 | (954) 771-2300 |
| Savoy At Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation And Nursin | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 116 | (954) 771-8400 |
| St Johns Nursing Center | Lauderdale Lakes, FL | 2.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 181 | (954) 739-6233 |
| John Knox Village Of Pompano Beach | Pompano Beach, FL | 3.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 194 | (954) 783-4001 |
Hospices serving Oakland Park
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuum Care Of Broward LLC | Sunrise, FL | 7.6 mi | (954) 239-6600 |
| Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Broward County | Plantation, FL | 7.9 mi | (954) 625-7900 |
| Heartland Hospice (Broward) | Plantation, FL | 7.9 mi | (704) 664-2876 |
| Hospice By The Sea Inc | Boca Raton, FL | 12 mi | (561) 395-5031 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oakland 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 Oakland Park
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,159 monthly median income of Oakland Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Oakland Park: common questions
What nursing homes are near Oakland Park?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Wilton Manors Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Wilton Manors (1.3 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Pearl At Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation And Nursin in Fort Lauderdale (2.2 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Ft Lauderdale Health & Rehabilitation Center in Fort Lauderdale (2.2 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Oakland Park?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,159 monthly median income of Oakland Park households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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