Home Health Aides in Champaign, IL
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Champaign for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Champaign, IL: the local picture
8 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Champaign ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 6 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 Illinois earn a median $18.30 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $17.70 and $18.61.
Champaign has about 9,854 residents aged 65 or older, 24% of whom report a disability.
Champaign compared with Champaign County and Illinois
| Census figure | Champaign | Champaign County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.1% | 8.4% | 10% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 24% | 19% | 24% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,644 | $65,919 | — |
Older residents in towns around Champaign
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savoy, IL | 3.9 mi | 1,740 | 31% |
| Urbana, IL | 4.1 mi | 4,532 | 31% |
| Mahomet, IL | 8.0 mi | 1,208 | 23% |
| Tolono, IL | 8.5 mi | 460 | 35% |
| St. Joseph, IL | 13 mi | 605 | 27% |
| Rantoul, IL | 14 mi | 1,812 | 26% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Champaign
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evertrue Home Health | St. Louis, MO | 152 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 352-7889 |
| Osf Home Health - Urbana | Champaign, IL | 1.3 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 353-3410 |
| Lhc-Illinois Home Health Care | Champaign, IL | 1.3 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (217) 352-4387 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Springfield, IL | 76 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (217) 542-7138 |
| St. Francis Medical Center | Peoria, IL | 85 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (309) 683-7700 |
| Safe Life Home Health Care, LLC | Lombard, IL | 122 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (630) 620-9064 |
| Egyptian Health Department | Eldorado, IL | 159 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (618) 383-1261 |
| Carle Home Care | Champaign, IL | 1.3 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 383-3488 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Champaign. 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 Champaign
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,554 monthly median income of Champaign households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 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 Champaign: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Champaign?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Champaign ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Evertrue Home Health (4.5 of 5), Osf Home Health - Urbana (3.5 of 5), Lhc-Illinois Home Health Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Champaign?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,554 monthly median income of Champaign households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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.
More senior care near Champaign
Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Savoy, IL
- Home Health Aides in Urbana, IL
- Home Health Aides in Mahomet, IL
- Home Health Aides in Tolono, IL
- Home Health Aides in St. Joseph, IL
- Home Health Aides in Rantoul, IL
- Home Health Aides in Monticello, IL
- Home Health Aides in Tuscola, IL
- Home Health Aides in Gibson City, IL
- Home Health Aides in Paxton, IL
- Home Health Aides in Arcola, IL
- Home Health Aides in Le Roy, IL
- Home Health Aides in Westville, IL
- Home Health Aides in Georgetown, IL
- Home Health Aides in Danville, IL
- Home Health Aides in Clinton, IL
Other care in Champaign
- Companion Care in Champaign
- Dementia Care in Champaign
- Respite Care in Champaign
- Live-In Caregivers in Champaign
- Post-Surgery Care in Champaign
- Senior Transportation in Champaign
- Nursing Assistants in Champaign
- Personal Care in Champaign
- Overnight Caregivers in Champaign
- 24-Hour Home Care in Champaign
- Mobility Assistance in Champaign
- Parkinson’s Care in Champaign
- Stroke Recovery Support in Champaign
- Disability Care for Adults in Champaign
- Hospice Support in Champaign
- Senior Meal Preparation in Champaign
- Senior Housekeeping in Champaign
- Medication Reminders in Champaign
- Veterans’ Home Care in Champaign
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.
Find home health aides in Champaign
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Champaign can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
