Home Health Aides in Ettrick, VA
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Ettrick for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Ettrick, VA: the local picture
18 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Ettrick 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 Virginia earn a median $14.57 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $13.66 and $17.24.
Ettrick has about 732 residents aged 65 or older, 36% of whom report a disability.
Ettrick compared with Colonial Heights city and Virginia
| Census figure | Ettrick | Colonial Heights city | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 37% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 19% | 36% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 5.3% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 10% | 9.2% | 17% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $37,399 | $60,947 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ettrick
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights, VA | 2.1 mi | 3,364 | 37% |
| Matoaca, VA | 2.3 mi | 296 | 49% |
| Petersburg, VA | 3.6 mi | 5,634 | 45% |
| Fort Lee, VA | 5.5 mi | 17 | 71% |
| Chester, VA | 7.2 mi | 3,685 | 29% |
| Hopewell, VA | 7.9 mi | 3,464 | 42% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Ettrick
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Richmond, VA | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 672-7500 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Midlothian, VA | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 639-7903 |
| Compassus Bsmh Richmond Hha, LLC | Richmond, VA | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 627-5200 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Richmond, VA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 744-9211 |
| HCA Virginia Healthcare At Home | North Chesterfield, VA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 330-5544 |
| At Home Care | Mechanicsvlle, VA | 27 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 359-3400 |
| Southside Regional Home Health | Petersburg, VA | 5.2 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (804) 862-8345 |
| Vcu Health At Home Health By Bayada | Richmond, VA | 24 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (215) 393-9000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ettrick. 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 Ettrick
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,117 monthly median income of Ettrick households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Ettrick: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Ettrick?
Medicare lists 18 certified agencies whose service area includes Ettrick ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Compassus Bsmh Richmond Hha, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Ettrick?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,117 monthly median income of Ettrick households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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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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