In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in South Burlington, VT
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Dementia Care in South Burlington, VT: the local picture
South Burlington has about 456 residents aged 85 or older among 3,696 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.
21% of residents 65 and older report a disability (26% in Chittenden County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
46% of older South Burlington 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.
South Burlington compared with Chittenden County and Vermont
| Census figure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Vermont |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 1.7% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 26% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 46% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 7.8% | 8.7% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 16% | 9.2% | 5.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,220 | $70,052 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Burlington
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelburne, VT | 3.6 mi | 1,951 | 397 |
| Winooski, VT | 4.1 mi | 904 | 127 |
| Burlington, VT | 4.7 mi | 5,421 | 614 |
| Essex Junction, VT | 5.0 mi | 1,607 | 228 |
| Milton, VT | 14 mi | 562 | 93 |
| Keeseville, NY | 15 mi | 501 | 85 |
Nursing homes near South Burlington
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Rehab And Healthcare At Burlington | Burlington, VT | 3.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 164 | (802) 658-4200 |
| Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home | Shelburne, VT | 6.4 mi | 4 of 5 | 33 | (802) 264-5100 |
| Birchwood Terrace Rehab & Healthcare | Burlington, VT | 6.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 160 | (802) 863-6384 |
| Elderwood At Burlington | Burlington, VT | 6.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 150 | (802) 658-6717 |
| Clinton Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Plattsburgh, NY | 22 mi | 1 of 5 | 80 | (518) 563-0950 |
| Plattsburgh Rehabilitation And Nursing Center | Plattsburgh, NY | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | 89 | (518) 563-3261 |
Hospices serving South Burlington
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uvmhn Home Health And Hospice | Colchester, VT | 6.9 mi | (802) 658-1900 |
| Bayada Hospice | Rutland, VT | 58 mi | (802) 857-5030 |
| Caledonia Home Health Care | Saint Johnsbury, VT | 58 mi | (802) 748-8116 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Burlington. 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 South Burlington
At the Vermont median aide wage of $20.00 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,733 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,685 monthly median income of South Burlington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Vermont's minimum wage is $14.42 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 South Burlington: common questions
What nursing homes are near South Burlington?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Premier Rehab And Healthcare At Burlington in Burlington (3.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home in Shelburne (6.4 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Birchwood Terrace Rehab & Healthcare in Burlington (6.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in South Burlington?
At the Vermont median aide wage of $20.00 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,733 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,685 monthly median income of South Burlington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Vermont's minimum wage is $14.42 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 South Burlington
Dementia Care in nearby cities
- Dementia Care in Shelburne, VT
- Dementia Care in Winooski, VT
- Dementia Care in Burlington, VT
- Dementia Care in Essex Junction, VT
- Dementia Care in Milton, VT
- Dementia Care in Keeseville, NY
- Dementia Care in Vergennes, VT
- Dementia Care in Plattsburgh, NY
- Dementia Care in St. Albans, VT
- Dementia Care in Middlebury, VT
- Dementia Care in Morrisville, VT
- Dementia Care in Montpelier, VT
- Dementia Care in Northfield, VT
- Dementia Care in Dannemora, NY
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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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