In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Richwood, LA
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Dementia Care in Richwood, LA: the local picture
Richwood has about 17 residents aged 85 or older among 249 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.
59% of residents 65 and older report a disability (38% in Ouachita Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
40% of older Richwood 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.
Richwood compared with Ouachita Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Richwood | Ouachita Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 6.5% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 59% | 38% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 26% | 16% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 1.8% | 4.0% | 8.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $30,250 | $44,574 | — |
Older residents in towns around Richwood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe, LA | 4.9 mi | 7,592 | 1,467 |
| Brownsville, LA | 5.6 mi | 698 | 90 |
| Bawcomville, LA | 5.8 mi | 476 | 22 |
| West Monroe, LA | 6.2 mi | 2,172 | 451 |
| Lakeshore, LA | 6.5 mi | 234 | 21 |
| Claiborne, LA | 9.4 mi | 1,938 | 75 |
Nursing homes near Richwood
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Grande Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation | Monroe, LA | 2.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 74 | (318) 322-3100 |
| Ouachita Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Monroe, LA | 4.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 167 | (318) 737-1117 |
| Mary Goss Nursing Home | Monroe, LA | 4.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (318) 323-9013 |
| The Oaks | Monroe, LA | 5.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 125 | (318) 387-5300 |
| St Joseph Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation | Monroe, LA | 6.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (318) 323-3426 |
| Landmark Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr Of West Mon | West Monroe, LA | 7.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (318) 396-3313 |
Hospices serving Richwood
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart Of Hospice, LLC | Monroe, LA | 5.8 mi | (318) 329-9300 |
| Hospice Compassus -Monroe | Monroe, LA | 5.8 mi | (318) 322-0062 |
| Passages Hospice | Monroe, LA | 5.8 mi | (318) 387-1115 |
| Elara Caring | Monroe, LA | 5.8 mi | (318) 322-0049 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Richwood. 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 Richwood
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $2,521 monthly median income of Richwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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 Richwood: common questions
What nursing homes are near Richwood?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Delta Grande Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation in Monroe (2.3 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Ouachita Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Monroe (4.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Mary Goss Nursing Home in Monroe (4.8 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Richwood?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $2,521 monthly median income of Richwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana 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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