Home Health Aides in Germantown, WI
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Germantown for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Germantown, WI: the local picture
16 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Germantown 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 Wisconsin earn a median $17.47 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $14.69 and $18.49.
Germantown has about 3,731 residents aged 65 or older, 29% of whom report a disability.
Germantown compared with Washington County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Germantown | Washington County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 27% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 26% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 7.3% | 9.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 8.4% | 4.2% | 9.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,808 | $62,242 | — |
Older residents in towns around Germantown
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menomonee Falls, WI | 5.2 mi | 8,302 | 31% |
| Richfield, WI | 5.5 mi | 2,444 | 14% |
| Mequon, WI | 5.8 mi | 6,420 | 21% |
| Jackson, WI | 6.2 mi | 1,376 | 32% |
| Thiensville, WI | 7.5 mi | 653 | 47% |
| Cedarburg, WI | 8.2 mi | 2,495 | 21% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Germantown
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Home Health Care | Waukesha, WI | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (262) 363-2500 |
| Centerwell Home Health | West Allis, WI | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 327-4553 |
| Preceptor Home Health | Germantown, WI | 1.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (262) 293-3951 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Brookfield, WI | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (262) 782-8292 |
| Aurora At Home | Milwaukee, WI | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 327-2295 |
| Horizon Home Care And Hospice | Milwaukee, WI | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 365-8300 |
| Ascension At Home | Milwaukee, WI | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 455-9500 |
| Alpine Care Home Health | Brookfield, WI | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 255-0340 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Germantown. 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 Germantown
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,984 monthly median income of Germantown households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Germantown: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Germantown?
Medicare lists 16 certified agencies whose service area includes Germantown ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Hannah Home Health Care (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Preceptor Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Germantown?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,984 monthly median income of Germantown households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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.
More senior care near Germantown
Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Menomonee Falls, WI
- Home Health Aides in Richfield, WI
- Home Health Aides in Mequon, WI
- Home Health Aides in Jackson, WI
- Home Health Aides in Thiensville, WI
- Home Health Aides in Cedarburg, WI
- Home Health Aides in Lisbon, WI
- Home Health Aides in Sussex, WI
- Home Health Aides in Brown Deer, WI
- Home Health Aides in Slinger, WI
- Home Health Aides in Grafton, WI
- Home Health Aides in Merton, WI
- Home Health Aides in Brookfield, WI
- Home Health Aides in Bayside, WI
- Home Health Aides in Fox Point, WI
- Home Health Aides in Glendale, WI
Other care in Germantown
- Companion Care in Germantown
- Dementia Care in Germantown
- Respite Care in Germantown
- Live-In Caregivers in Germantown
- Post-Surgery Care in Germantown
- Senior Transportation in Germantown
- Nursing Assistants in Germantown
- Personal Care in Germantown
- Overnight Caregivers in Germantown
- 24-Hour Home Care in Germantown
- Mobility Assistance in Germantown
- Parkinson’s Care in Germantown
- Stroke Recovery Support in Germantown
- Disability Care for Adults in Germantown
- Hospice Support in Germantown
- Senior Meal Preparation in Germantown
- Senior Housekeeping in Germantown
- Medication Reminders in Germantown
- Veterans’ Home Care in Germantown
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 Germantown
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Germantown can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
