In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Owens Cross Roads, AL
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Dementia Care in Owens Cross Roads, AL: the local picture
Owens Cross Roads has about 71 residents aged 85 or older among 339 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.
33% of residents 65 and older report a disability (35% in Madison County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
33% of older Owens Cross Roads 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.
Owens Cross Roads compared with Madison County and Alabama
| Census figure | Owens Cross Roads | Madison County | Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.5% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 16% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 35% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 29% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.0% | 9.5% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 3.4% | 7.7% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,438 | $65,028 | — |
Older residents in towns around Owens Cross Roads
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hope, AL | 4.1 mi | 291 | 42 |
| Huntsville, AL | 15 mi | 36,541 | 4,958 |
| Triana, AL | 17 mi | 325 | 0 |
| Arab, AL | 18 mi | 1,347 | 140 |
| Moores Mill, AL | 19 mi | 1,072 | 133 |
| Guntersville, AL | 19 mi | 1,892 | 163 |
Nursing homes near Owens Cross Roads
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Owens Cross Roads, AL | 0.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 81 | (256) 725-3400 |
| Fairview At Redstone Village | Huntsville, AL | 6.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 56 | (256) 881-6717 |
| Willowbrooke CT Skilled Care Ctr At Magnolia Trace | Huntsville, AL | 8.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 59 | (256) 261-1602 |
| Huntsville Health & Rehabilitation, LLC | Huntsville, AL | 9.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 105 | (256) 883-8656 |
| Rocket City Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Huntsville, AL | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 159 | (256) 881-5000 |
| Diversicare Of Big Springs | Huntsville, AL | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | 145 | (256) 539-5111 |
Hospices serving Owens Cross Roads
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Family Care | Huntsville, AL | 6.0 mi | (256) 650-1212 |
| Gentiva Huntsville | Huntsville, AL | 12 mi | (256) 837-1290 |
| Hospice Of North Alabama, LLC | Huntsville, AL | 12 mi | (256) 533-4300 |
| Affinity Hospice Madison | Madison, AL | 19 mi | (256) 772-8108 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Owens Cross Roads. 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 Owens Cross Roads
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,620 monthly median income of Owens Cross Roads households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Owens Cross Roads: common questions
What nursing homes are near Owens Cross Roads?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Owens Cross Roads (0.2 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Fairview At Redstone Village in Huntsville (6.1 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Willowbrooke CT Skilled Care Ctr At Magnolia Trace in Huntsville (8.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Owens Cross Roads?
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,620 monthly median income of Owens Cross Roads households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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