In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Old Greenwich, CT
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Dementia Care in Old Greenwich, CT: the local picture
Old Greenwich has about 239 residents aged 85 or older among 1,004 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.
19% of residents 65 and older report a disability (26% in Western Connecticut Planning Region). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
32% of older Old Greenwich 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.
Old Greenwich compared with Western Connecticut Planning Region and Connecticut
| Census figure | Old Greenwich | Western Connecticut Planning Region | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 19% | 26% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 26% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.2% | 7.3% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 20% | 30% | 23% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $124,583 | $92,472 | — |
Older residents in towns around Old Greenwich
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, CT | 1.1 mi | 1,306 | 96 |
| Cos Cob, CT | 2.3 mi | 1,166 | 64 |
| Greenwich, CT | 3.1 mi | 3,119 | 328 |
| Stamford, CT | 4.3 mi | 22,192 | 3,250 |
| Pemberwick, CT | 4.6 mi | 936 | 31 |
| Byram, CT | 4.7 mi | 673 | 76 |
Nursing homes near Old Greenwich
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgehill Health Center | Stamford, CT | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 46 | (203) 580-6348 |
| Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At St. Camillus | Stamford, CT | 3.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 124 | (203) 325-0200 |
| Stamford Care Center | Stamford, CT | 4.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 156 | (203) 351-8300 |
| Nathaniel Witherell, The | Greenwich, CT | 4.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 202 | (203) 618-4200 |
| Civita Care Center At Long Ridge | Stamford, CT | 5.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (203) 329-4026 |
| King Street Home Inc | Port Chester, NY | 5.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (914) 937-5800 |
Hospices serving Old Greenwich
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut LLC | Stamford, CT | 4.1 mi | (203) 674-8380 |
| Constellation Home Care | Norwalk, CT | 12 mi | (203) 497-3888 |
| Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc | Wilton, CT | 14 mi | (203) 762-8958 |
| Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association | Ridgefield, CT | 20 mi | (203) 438-5555 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Old Greenwich. 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 Old Greenwich
At the Connecticut median aide wage of $18.75 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,625 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $10,382 monthly median income of Old Greenwich households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94 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 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 Old Greenwich: common questions
What nursing homes are near Old Greenwich?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Edgehill Health Center in Stamford (2.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At St. Camillus in Stamford (3.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Stamford Care Center in Stamford (4.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Old Greenwich?
At the Connecticut median aide wage of $18.75 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,625 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $10,382 monthly median income of Old Greenwich households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94 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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