In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in St. Martinville, LA
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Dementia Care in St. Martinville, LA: the local picture
St. Martinville has about 56 residents aged 85 or older among 1,524 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.
46% of residents 65 and older report a disability (40% in St. Martin Parish). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
36% of older St. Martinville 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.
St. Martinville compared with St. Martin Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | St. Martinville | St. Martin Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 29% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 46% | 40% | 38% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 20% | 16% | 15% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.8% | 11% | 8.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $23,611 | $37,307 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Martinville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broussard, LA | 7.5 mi | 1,389 | 143 |
| New Iberia, LA | 8.4 mi | 5,013 | 590 |
| Youngsville, LA | 10 mi | 1,934 | 89 |
| Breaux Bridge, LA | 12 mi | 1,376 | 191 |
| Lafayette, LA | 13 mi | 21,014 | 2,622 |
| Milton, LA | 14 mi | 328 | 22 |
Nursing homes near St. Martinville
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark Of Acadiana | Saint Martinville, LA | 4.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 124 | (337) 608-7636 |
| New Iberia Manor North | New Iberia, LA | 6.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 101 | (337) 365-2466 |
| Belle Teche Nursing & Rehab Center | New Iberia, LA | 8.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 150 | (337) 364-5472 |
| Camelot Of Broussard | Broussard, LA | 9.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 148 | (337) 839-9005 |
| New Iberia Manor South | New Iberia, LA | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (337) 365-3441 |
| Consolata Rehab And Wellness Center On The Teche | New Iberia, LA | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 114 | (337) 365-8226 |
Hospices serving St. Martinville
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditions Health | Lafayette, LA | 12 mi | (337) 948-9004 |
| Hospice Of Acadiana Inc | Lafayette, LA | 14 mi | (337) 232-1234 |
| Community Hospice Of Lafayette | Lafayette, LA | 14 mi | (337) 806-9190 |
| St Joseph Hospice Of Acadiana, LLC | Lafayette, LA | 14 mi | (337) 233-1131 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Martinville. 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 St. Martinville
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 48% of the $1,968 monthly median income of St. Martinville 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Dementia Care in St. Martinville: common questions
What nursing homes are near St. Martinville?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Landmark Of Acadiana in Saint Martinville (4.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall); New Iberia Manor North in New Iberia (6.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Belle Teche Nursing & Rehab Center in New Iberia (8.2 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in St. Martinville?
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 48% of the $1,968 monthly median income of St. Martinville 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; 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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