In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Port Townsend, WA
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Dementia Care in Port Townsend, WA: the local picture
Port Townsend has about 485 residents aged 85 or older among 4,551 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.
30% of residents 65 and older report a disability (30% in Jefferson County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
38% of older Port Townsend 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.
Port Townsend compared with Jefferson County and Washington
| Census figure | Port Townsend | Jefferson County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 4.6% | 3.6% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65 or older | 44% | 41% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 27% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 8.1% | 8.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.7% | 6.2% | 21% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,932 | $65,503 | — |
Older residents in towns around Port Townsend
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Hadlock-Irondale, WA | 6.2 mi | 867 | 31 |
| Oak Harbor, WA | 14 mi | 3,118 | 589 |
| Sequim, WA | 14 mi | 3,722 | 541 |
| Port Ludlow, WA | 15 mi | 1,454 | 99 |
| Camano, WA | 15 mi | 5,906 | 392 |
| Hansville, WA | 18 mi | 1,670 | 235 |
Nursing homes near Port Townsend
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center Of Port Townsend | Port Townsend, WA | 1.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 94 | (360) 385-3555 |
| Regency Coupeville Rehab And Nursing Center | Coupeville, WA | 8.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 112 | (360) 678-2273 |
| Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation Of Sequim | Sequim, WA | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | 90 | (360) 582-3900 |
| Sequim Bay Post Acute | Sequim, WA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | 100 | (360) 582-2400 |
| Josephine Caring Community | Stanwood, WA | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | 160 | (360) 629-2126 |
Hospices serving Port Townsend
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Healthcare Home Health | Pt Townsend, WA | 1.3 mi | (360) 385-0610 |
| Assured Home Health, Hospice & Home Care | Centralia, WA | 97 mi | (360) 330-2640 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Port Townsend. 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 Port Townsend
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $5,078 monthly median income of Port Townsend households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Port Townsend: common questions
What nursing homes are near Port Townsend?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Life Care Center Of Port Townsend in Port Townsend (1.0 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Regency Coupeville Rehab And Nursing Center in Coupeville (8.2 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation Of Sequim in Sequim (15 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Port Townsend?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $5,078 monthly median income of Port Townsend households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.
More senior care near Port Townsend
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Other care in Port Townsend
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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