Home Health Aides in Boyne City, MI
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Boyne City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Boyne City, MI: the local picture
8 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Boyne City ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 8 of those list home health aide services. Agency aides are usually part of care a doctor orders. For help beyond those visits, families hire an aide directly.
Home health and personal care aides in Michigan earn a median $16.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $14.69 and $17.81.
Boyne City has about 943 residents aged 65 or older, 27% of whom report a disability.
Boyne City compared with Charlevoix County and Michigan
| Census figure | Boyne City | Charlevoix County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 27% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 22% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.8% | 7.9% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 1.8% | 3.0% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,529 | $64,003 | — |
Older residents in towns around Boyne City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petoskey, MI | 10 mi | 1,361 | 25% |
| Gaylord, MI | 21 mi | 907 | 36% |
| Kalkaska, MI | 34 mi | 544 | 64% |
| Cheboygan, MI | 40 mi | 1,159 | 41% |
| Traverse City, MI | 43 mi | 3,729 | 20% |
| Rogers City, MI | 60 mi | 1,009 | 20% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Boyne City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mclaren Home Health | Cheboygan, MI | 37 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 862-3132 |
| Evergreen Home Health | Gaylord, MI | 22 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (989) 448-2778 |
| Munson Home Care | Traverse City, MI | 43 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 252-2065 |
| Care 2 You | Standish, MI | 101 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (989) 846-2222 |
| Residential Home Health And Hospice | Saginaw, MI | 131 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (810) 245-3300 |
| Residential Home Health And Hospice | Lapeer, MI | 171 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (810) 245-3300 |
| Affinity Home Care, LLC | Saint Clair Shores, MI | 217 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (586) 498-0068 |
| Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, LLC | Charlevoix, MI | 11 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (231) 547-6092 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Boyne City. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a home health aide can help with
- Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Transfers, walking and positioning
- Meals and help with eating
- Medication reminders
What home health aides costs in Boyne City
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 30% of the $4,877 monthly median income of Boyne City 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 home health aide
Federal rules require home health aides who work for Medicare-certified agencies to complete at least 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, or pass a competency evaluation (42 CFR 484.80). Many states add their own requirements.
Questions worth asking: Where did you train, and can I see the certificate? Have you worked for a home health agency? Which transfers and equipment are you trained on? More in our home health aides guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Home Health Aides in Boyne City: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Boyne City?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Boyne City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Mclaren Home Health (4 of 5), Evergreen Home Health (3.5 of 5), Munson Home Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Boyne City?
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 30% of the $4,877 monthly median income of Boyne City 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.
What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?
Both are trained in personal care. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state exam and is on the state nurse aide registry, and often works in nursing homes and hospitals. A home health aide is trained for care in the home. Neither does skilled nursing.
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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Petoskey, MI
- Home Health Aides in Gaylord, MI
- Home Health Aides in Kalkaska, MI
- Home Health Aides in Cheboygan, MI
- Home Health Aides in Traverse City, MI
- Home Health Aides in Rogers City, MI
- Home Health Aides in Houghton Lake, MI
- Home Health Aides in St. Helen, MI
- Home Health Aides in Cadillac, MI
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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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