In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Sun Village, CA
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Dementia Care in Sun Village, CA: the local picture
Sun Village has about 156 residents aged 85 or older among 1,455 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.
38% of residents 65 and older report a disability (34% in Los Angeles County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
18% of older Sun 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.
Sun Village compared with Los Angeles County and California
| Census figure | Sun Village | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 22% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 15% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 60% | 55% | 44% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $33,036 | $64,269 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sun Village
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 mi | 1,492 | 77 |
| Palmdale, CA | 8.7 mi | 18,344 | 1,398 |
| Desert View Highlands, CA | 11 mi | 462 | 26 |
| Acton, CA | 14 mi | 1,799 | 47 |
| Lancaster, CA | 15 mi | 20,413 | 2,101 |
| Quartz Hill, CA | 16 mi | 1,802 | 272 |
Nursing homes near Sun Village
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ellison John Transitional Care Center | Lancaster, CA | 14 mi | 1 of 5 | 170 | (661) 494-8600 |
| Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC | Lancaster, CA | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (661) 942-8463 |
| Mirage Post Acute | Lancaster, CA | 15 mi | 1 of 5 | 299 | (661) 948-7501 |
| Antelope Valley Care Center | Lancaster, CA | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | 199 | (661) 949-5524 |
Hospices serving Sun Village
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Choice Hospice Inc | Palmdale, CA | 13 mi | (818) 267-8613 |
| Ensure Hospice, Inc | Palmdale, CA | 13 mi | (747) 262-5572 |
| Anthem Hospice | Lancaster, CA | 14 mi | (661) 310-3256 |
| Valley's Best Hospice - Av | Lancaster, CA | 14 mi | (818) 353-0042 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sun 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 Sun Village
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,753 monthly median income of Sun Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Sun Village: common questions
What nursing homes are near Sun Village?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Ellison John Transitional Care Center in Lancaster (14 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC in Lancaster (15 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Mirage Post Acute in Lancaster (15 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Sun Village?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,753 monthly median income of Sun Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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