In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in White House Station, NJ
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Dementia Care in White House Station, NJ: the local picture
White House Station has about 411 residents aged 85 or older among 1,398 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.
28% of residents 65 and older report a disability (23% in Hunterdon County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
17% of older White House Station 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.
White House Station compared with Hunterdon County and New Jersey
| Census figure | White House Station | Hunterdon County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 10% | 2.4% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 35% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 23% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 21% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.4% | 5.0% | 9.7% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 17% | 14% | 33% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,875 | $92,323 | — |
Older residents in towns around White House Station
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Gardens, NJ | 6.7 mi | 1,735 | 212 |
| Neshanic Station, NJ | 6.7 mi | 734 | 103 |
| Bridgewater Center, NJ | 6.8 mi | 1,003 | 226 |
| High Bridge, NJ | 7.0 mi | 425 | 70 |
| Raritan, NJ | 7.5 mi | 1,171 | 70 |
| Clinton, NJ | 7.5 mi | 375 | 55 |
Nursing homes near White House Station
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Care Center | Lebanon, NJ | 5.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 67 | (908) 236-2011 |
| Hunterdon Care Center LLC | Flemington, NJ | 7.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 185 | (908) 788-9292 |
| Waterfront Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Raritan, NJ | 7.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 138 | (908) 526-8950 |
| Bridgeway Care And Rehab Center At Bridgewater | Bridgewater, NJ | 7.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 151 | (908) 722-7022 |
| Complete Care At Green Knoll | Bridgewater, NJ | 8.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 176 | (908) 526-8600 |
| Country Arch Care Center | Pittstown, NJ | 8.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 130 | (908) 735-6600 |
Hospices serving White House Station
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Care Hospice | Somerville, NJ | 5.0 mi | (908) 725-9355 |
| Hunterdon Hospice Inc | Flemington, NJ | 8.0 mi | (908) 788-6600 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Northern New Jersey | Morristown, NJ | 19 mi | (973) 539-1216 |
| Atlantic Visiting Nurse | Morristown, NJ | 19 mi | (973) 379-8400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of White House Station. 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 White House Station
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,573 monthly median income of White House Station households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 White House Station: common questions
What nursing homes are near White House Station?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Rolling Hills Care Center in Lebanon (5.1 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Hunterdon Care Center LLC in Flemington (7.2 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Waterfront Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Raritan (7.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in White House Station?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,573 monthly median income of White House Station households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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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