Home Health Aides in Detroit, 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 Detroit for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Detroit, MI: the local picture
201 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Detroit 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.
Detroit has about 96,278 residents aged 65 or older, 43% of whom report a disability.
Detroit compared with Wayne County and Michigan
| Census figure | Detroit | Wayne County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 37% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 34% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 22% | 14% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 12% | 16% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,847 | $48,784 | — |
Older residents in towns around Detroit
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park, MI | 1.6 mi | 2,088 | 53% |
| Hamtramck, MI | 2.5 mi | 2,271 | 39% |
| Hazel Park, MI | 5.5 mi | 1,860 | 42% |
| Ferndale, MI | 5.5 mi | 2,277 | 33% |
| Pleasant Ridge, MI | 6.5 mi | 421 | 19% |
| Oak Park, MI | 7.0 mi | 5,108 | 34% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Detroit
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pride Home Healthcare Agency | Warren, MI | 9.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (586) 576-1930 |
| Central Home Health Care | Southfield, MI | 9.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (248) 569-5410 |
| Global Home Care | Troy, MI | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (248) 588-8881 |
| All About Family Home Health Services, LLC | Mount Clemens, MI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (586) 477-1402 |
| Interim Oakland County | Novi, MI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (248) 553-3333 |
| Carebridge Home Health | Canton, MI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (248) 559-5661 |
| Med1CARE, LLC | Findlay, OH | 97 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 422-0305 |
| Platinum Care Home Services, Inc | Warren, MI | 8.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (586) 200-5382 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Detroit. 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 Detroit
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 48% of the $3,071 monthly median income of Detroit 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.
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Home Health Aides in Detroit: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Detroit?
Medicare lists 201 certified agencies whose service area includes Detroit ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Sierra Pride Home Healthcare Agency (5 of 5), Central Home Health Care (5 of 5), Global Home Care (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Detroit?
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 48% of the $3,071 monthly median income of Detroit 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 Ferndale, MI
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- Home Health Aides in Oak Park, 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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