In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Palm River-Clair Mel, FL
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Dementia Care in Palm River-Clair Mel, FL: the local picture
Palm River-Clair Mel has about 264 residents aged 85 or older among 3,412 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.
34% of residents 65 and older report a disability (35% in Hillsborough County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
23% of older Palm River-Clair Mel 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.
Palm River-Clair Mel compared with Hillsborough County and Florida
| Census figure | Palm River-Clair Mel | Hillsborough County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 15% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 35% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 24% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 14% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 41% | 31% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,607 | $55,570 | — |
Older residents in towns around Palm River-Clair Mel
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Village, FL | 2.8 mi | 956 | 94 |
| Brandon, FL | 5.0 mi | 17,191 | 2,089 |
| East Lake-Orient Park, FL | 5.6 mi | 3,193 | 251 |
| Mango, FL | 6.4 mi | 1,557 | 101 |
| Gibsonton, FL | 6.7 mi | 1,574 | 121 |
| Tampa, FL | 6.9 mi | 55,192 | 5,590 |
Nursing homes near Palm River-Clair Mel
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviata At Oakfield | Brandon, FL | 4.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (813) 655-0404 |
| Hawthorne Center For Rehabilitation And Healing Of | Brandon, FL | 4.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 132 | (813) 661-8998 |
| Elon Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Tampa, FL | 5.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 96 | (813) 229-6901 |
| Ybor City Center For Rehabilitation And Healing | Tampa, FL | 5.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 80 | (813) 223-4623 |
| Aviata At Central Park | Brandon, FL | 5.2 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (813) 651-1818 |
| Victoria Crossing Rehabilitation Center | Brandon, FL | 5.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (813) 681-4220 |
Hospices serving Palm River-Clair Mel
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affinity Care Of Hillsborough LLC | Tampa, FL | 5.1 mi | (813) 535-7711 |
| Suncoast Hospice Of Hillsborough, LLC | Brandon, FL | 5.7 mi | (813) 561-7300 |
| Accent Care Hospice & Palliative Care Of Hillsboro | Tampa, FL | 7.2 mi | (813) 607-2630 |
| Lifepath Hospice | Temple Terrace, FL | 7.6 mi | (813) 877-2200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Palm River-Clair Mel. 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 Palm River-Clair Mel
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 30% of the $4,717 monthly median income of Palm River-Clair Mel 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.
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Dementia Care in Palm River-Clair Mel: common questions
What nursing homes are near Palm River-Clair Mel?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Aviata At Oakfield in Brandon (4.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Hawthorne Center For Rehabilitation And Healing Of in Brandon (4.8 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Elon Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Tampa (5.1 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Palm River-Clair Mel?
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 30% of the $4,717 monthly median income of Palm River-Clair Mel 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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