Home Health Aides in Callaway, FL
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Callaway for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Callaway, FL: the local picture
12 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Callaway ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 4 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 Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $15.16 and $17.25.
Callaway has about 1,609 residents aged 65 or older, 39% of whom report a disability.
Callaway compared with Bay County and Florida
| Census figure | Callaway | Bay County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 36% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 26% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 9.8% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 14% | 11% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,056 | $59,815 | — |
Older residents in towns around Callaway
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker, FL | 3.1 mi | 854 | 36% |
| Springfield, FL | 4.3 mi | 1,456 | 56% |
| Cedar Grove, FL | 6.2 mi | 653 | 64% |
| Panama City, FL | 7.7 mi | 6,220 | 35% |
| Lynn Haven, FL | 8.9 mi | 3,140 | 27% |
| Pretty Bayou, FL | 10 mi | 998 | 42% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Callaway
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Panama City, FL | 8.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (850) 769-3398 |
| Tender Touch Health Care Services | Panama City, FL | 8.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (850) 913-1500 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Panama City, FL | 8.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (850) 522-4211 |
| Ascension At Home | Lynn Haven, FL | 9.4 mi | 4 of 5 | — | (850) 250-1366 |
| Nhc Homecare | Panama City Beach, FL | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (850) 769-5256 |
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Wewahitchka, FL | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (850) 639-3333 |
| Ascension At Home | Pensacola, FL | 101 mi | 4 of 5 | — | (850) 266-7235 |
| Baycare Home Care Inc | Dunedin, FL | 222 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 735-0334 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Callaway. 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 Callaway
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,838 monthly median income of Callaway households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Callaway: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Callaway?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Callaway ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Tender Touch Health Care Services (4 of 5), Enhabit Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Callaway?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,838 monthly median income of Callaway households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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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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