In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Wildewood, MD
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Dementia Care in Wildewood, MD: the local picture
Wildewood has about 141 residents aged 85 or older among 975 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.
25% of residents 65 and older report a disability (30% in St. Mary's County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
29% of older Wildewood 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.
Wildewood compared with St. Mary's County and Maryland
| Census figure | Wildewood | St. Mary's County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 25% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 22% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 10% | 9.5% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 13% | 7.3% | 21% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $67,546 | $83,422 | — |
Older residents in towns around Wildewood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| California, MD | 3.0 mi | 1,799 | 49 |
| Leonardtown, MD | 5.0 mi | 659 | 110 |
| Drum Point, MD | 6.3 mi | 514 | 58 |
| Lexington Park, MD | 6.7 mi | 962 | 60 |
| Lusby, MD | 7.2 mi | 230 | 9 |
| Chesapeake Ranch Estates, MD | 8.0 mi | 1,051 | 73 |
Nursing homes near Wildewood
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Nursing Center Inc | Leonardtown, MD | 4.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 160 | (301) 475-8000 |
| Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center | Lexington Park, MD | 5.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 125 | (301) 863-7244 |
| Asbury Solomons | Solomons, MD | 5.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 48 | (410) 394-3000 |
| Solomons Nursing And Rehab Center | Solomons, MD | 5.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 95 | (410) 326-0077 |
| Charlotte Hall Veterans Home | Charlotte Hall, MD | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | 286 | (301) 884-8171 |
| Calvert County Nursing Ctr. | Prince Frederick, MD | 18 mi | 2 of 5 | 149 | (410) 535-2300 |
Hospices serving Wildewood
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Of St Mary's | Callaway, MD | 5.4 mi | (301) 994-3023 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Wildewood. 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 Wildewood
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,629 monthly median income of Wildewood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Wildewood: common questions
What nursing homes are near Wildewood?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are St. Mary's Nursing Center Inc in Leonardtown (4.8 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center in Lexington Park (5.0 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Asbury Solomons in Solomons (5.2 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Wildewood?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,629 monthly median income of Wildewood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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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