In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Park Forest Village, PA
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Dementia Care in Park Forest Village, PA: the local picture
Park Forest Village has about 119 residents aged 85 or older among 1,348 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.
25% of residents 65 and older report a disability (30% in Centre County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
30% of older Park Forest Village 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.
Park Forest Village compared with Centre County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Park Forest Village | Centre County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 16% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 25% | 30% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.9% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 25% | 12% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $81,789 | $65,656 | — |
Older residents in towns around Park Forest Village
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toftrees, PA | 2.1 mi | 716 | 350 |
| State College, PA | 2.8 mi | 2,786 | 480 |
| Stormstown, PA | 5.9 mi | 343 | 0 |
| Boalsburg, PA | 7.2 mi | 1,013 | 64 |
| Pleasant Gap, PA | 9.8 mi | 466 | 49 |
| Bellefonte, PA | 11 mi | 957 | 219 |
Nursing homes near Park Forest Village
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village At Penn State, The | State College, PA | 2.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 36 | (814) 238-1949 |
| Embassy Of Hearthside | State College, PA | 3.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 157 | (814) 237-0630 |
| Foxdale Village | State College, PA | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 46 | (814) 238-3322 |
| Juniper Village At Brookline-Rehabilitation And Sk | State College, PA | 4.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 116 | (814) 238-3139 |
| Centre Care Rehabilitation And Wellness Services | Bellefonte, PA | 6.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 240 | (814) 278-6000 |
| Valley View Haven, Inc | Belleville, PA | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | 155 | (717) 935-2105 |
Hospices serving Park Forest Village
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medi Home Hospice | State College, PA | 1.0 mi | (814) 235-1048 |
| Centre Crossings Hospice | State College, PA | 3.0 mi | (814) 237-7400 |
| 365 Hospice LLC | State College, PA | 3.0 mi | (814) 946-5017 |
| Gentiva Ii | Altoona, PA | 32 mi | (814) 944-9724 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Park Forest Village. 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 Park Forest Village
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $6,816 monthly median income of Park Forest Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Park Forest Village: common questions
What nursing homes are near Park Forest Village?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Village At Penn State, The in State College (2.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Embassy Of Hearthside in State College (3.2 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Foxdale Village in State College (3.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Park Forest Village?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $6,816 monthly median income of Park Forest Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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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