Home Health Aides in Covington, KY
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Covington for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Covington, KY: the local picture
9 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Covington ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 7 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 Kentucky earn a median $17.52 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $14.88 and $21.85.
Covington has about 6,003 residents aged 65 or older, 40% of whom report a disability.
Covington compared with Kenton County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Covington | Kenton County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 34% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 11% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 7.1% | 5.5% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,073 | $53,712 | — |
Older residents in towns around Covington
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Wright, KY | 1.1 mi | 1,198 | 25% |
| Fort Mitchell, KY | 2.1 mi | 974 | 34% |
| Wilder, KY | 2.1 mi | 604 | 45% |
| Taylor Mill, KY | 2.1 mi | 1,161 | 33% |
| Park Hills, KY | 2.3 mi | 404 | 31% |
| Lakeside Park, KY | 2.5 mi | 505 | 37% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Covington
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Home Care | Florence, KY | 7.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 283-1500 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Kentucky | Crestview Hills, KY | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (859) 441-7999 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Fort Mitchell, KY | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 331-5800 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Northern Kentucky | Edgewood, KY | 2.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-9191 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Sharonville, OH | 17 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (513) 999-6912 |
| Caretenders Of Northern Kentucky | Fort Wright, KY | 2.5 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-0022 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (513) 984-1110 |
| Personal Touch Home Care Of KY, Inc. | Florence, KY | 7.2 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 441-0200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Covington. 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 Covington
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,423 monthly median income of Covington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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.
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Home Health Aides in Covington: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Covington?
Medicare lists 9 certified agencies whose service area includes Covington ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include St Elizabeth Home Care (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Kentucky (4 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Covington?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,423 monthly median income of Covington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Fort Wright, KY
- Home Health Aides in Fort Mitchell, KY
- Home Health Aides in Wilder, KY
- Home Health Aides in Taylor Mill, KY
- Home Health Aides in Park Hills, KY
- Home Health Aides in Lakeside Park, KY
- Home Health Aides in Crestview Hills, KY
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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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