In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Woodhaven, MI
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Dementia Care in Woodhaven, MI: the local picture
Woodhaven has about 248 residents aged 85 or older among 3,167 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.
30% of residents 65 and older report a disability (37% in Wayne County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
22% of older Woodhaven 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.
Woodhaven compared with Wayne County and Michigan
| Census figure | Woodhaven | Wayne County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 37% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 34% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 14% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 10% | 16% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $63,970 | $48,784 | — |
Older residents in towns around Woodhaven
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, MI | 2.2 mi | 4,357 | 605 |
| Gibraltar, MI | 2.7 mi | 1,333 | 99 |
| Flat Rock, MI | 3.1 mi | 1,583 | 138 |
| Riverview, MI | 3.3 mi | 3,081 | 562 |
| Rockwood, MI | 4.4 mi | 587 | 12 |
| Southgate, MI | 5.1 mi | 5,722 | 695 |
Nursing homes near Woodhaven
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applewood Nursing Center, Inc | Woodhaven, MI | 1.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 150 | (734) 676-7575 |
| Aberdeen Rehabilitation And Skilled Nursing Center | Trenton, MI | 1.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (734) 671-3500 |
| Aerius Health Center | Riverview, MI | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 78 | (734) 236-1070 |
| Rivergate Terrace | Riverview, MI | 4.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 288 | (734) 284-8000 |
| Rivergate Health Care Center | Riverview, MI | 4.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 223 | (734) 284-7200 |
| Belle Fountain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Riverview, MI | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 91 | (734) 282-2100 |
Hospices serving Woodhaven
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Care Hospice, Inc | Brownstown, MI | 3.0 mi | (734) 377-4844 |
| Heart To Heart Hospice Of Southgate, LLC | Southgate, MI | 5.2 mi | (734) 282-0209 |
| Axiom Hospice, LLC | Southgate, MI | 5.2 mi | (734) 324-3166 |
| Bloom Hospice, LLC | Dearborn, MI | 14 mi | (313) 644-2066 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Woodhaven. 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 Woodhaven
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,331 monthly median income of Woodhaven households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Woodhaven: common questions
What nursing homes are near Woodhaven?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Applewood Nursing Center, Inc in Woodhaven (1.1 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Aberdeen Rehabilitation And Skilled Nursing Center in Trenton (1.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Aerius Health Center in Riverview (2.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Woodhaven?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,331 monthly median income of Woodhaven households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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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