In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Palm Springs North, FL
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Dementia Care in Palm Springs North, FL: the local picture
Palm Springs North has about 172 residents aged 85 or older among 1,107 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.
31% of residents 65 and older report a disability (32% in Miami-Dade County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
9.9% of older Palm Springs North 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 Springs North compared with Miami-Dade County and Florida
| Census figure | Palm Springs North | Miami-Dade County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 9.9% | 22% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 21% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 84% | 75% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,219 | $41,151 | — |
Older residents in towns around Palm Springs North
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club, FL | 1.4 mi | 6,430 | 600 |
| Miami Lakes, FL | 1.6 mi | 4,768 | 574 |
| Miramar, FL | 2.7 mi | 17,980 | 1,736 |
| Hialeah Gardens, FL | 3.6 mi | 4,252 | 642 |
| Hialeah, FL | 4.8 mi | 45,815 | 8,222 |
| Opa-locka, FL | 5.3 mi | 2,485 | 242 |
Nursing homes near Palm Springs North
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nspire Healthcare Miami Lakes | Hialeah, FL | 1.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (305) 625-9857 |
| Glades West Rehabilitation And Nursing C | Pembroke Pines, FL | 2.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (954) 437-3422 |
| Palmetto Care Center And Rehab | Hialeah, FL | 3.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 90 | (305) 512-4688 |
| Villa Maria West Skilled Nursing Facility | Hialeah Gardens, FL | 3.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 27 | (305) 351-7181 |
| Susanna Wesley Health Center | Hialeah, FL | 4.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (305) 556-3500 |
| Waterford Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Hialeah Gardens, FL | 4.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 214 | (305) 556-9900 |
Hospices serving Palm Springs North
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Hospice Inc | Miami Lakes, FL | 3.0 mi | (305) 822-2380 |
| Moments Hospice Of Miami LLC | Miami Lakes, FL | 3.7 mi | (305) 454-6000 |
| Amedisys Hospice | Hialeah, FL | 5.0 mi | (786) 566-6176 |
| Bristol Hospice - Miami Dade, LLC | Miami, FL | 11 mi | (786) 382-0433 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Palm Springs North. 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 Springs North
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 21% of the $6,602 monthly median income of Palm Springs North 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 Palm Springs North: common questions
What nursing homes are near Palm Springs North?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Nspire Healthcare Miami Lakes in Hialeah (1.0 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Glades West Rehabilitation And Nursing C in Pembroke Pines (2.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Palmetto Care Center And Rehab in Hialeah (3.5 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Palm Springs North?
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 21% of the $6,602 monthly median income of Palm Springs North 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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