Home Health Aides in Gillespie, 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 Gillespie for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Gillespie, IL: the local picture
8 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Gillespie 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 Illinois earn a median $18.30 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $17.70 and $18.61.
Gillespie has about 596 residents aged 65 or older, 39% of whom report a disability.
Gillespie compared with Macoupin County and Illinois
| Census figure | Gillespie | Macoupin County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 37% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 22% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 13% | 10% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 0.0% | 1.4% | 24% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $37,097 | $52,626 | — |
Older residents in towns around Gillespie
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staunton, IL | 8.0 mi | 1,045 | 44% |
| Litchfield, IL | 8.9 mi | 1,682 | 41% |
| Carlinville, IL | 11 mi | 1,334 | 47% |
| Holiday Shores, IL | 15 mi | 498 | 33% |
| Hillsboro, IL | 19 mi | 862 | 33% |
| Bethalto, IL | 20 mi | 2,119 | 28% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Gillespie
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring V | Springfield, IL | 45 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 718-4889 |
| Residential Home Health Of Southern Illinois | Glen Carbon, IL | 27 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 642-6099 |
| Anderson Home Health Services | Maryville, IL | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (618) 391-5731 |
| Apollo Medical | Saint Louis, MO | 47 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 692-0611 |
| Osf Saint Anthony's Home Health | Alton, IL | 24 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (618) 463-5683 |
| Memorial Home Services | Springfield, IL | 45 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 788-4663 |
| Hshs Home Care Illinois | Effingham, IL | 67 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 347-1777 |
| Quad County Home Health Agency | Pana, IL | 43 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 562-6380 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Gillespie. 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 Gillespie
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 51% of the $3,091 monthly median income of Gillespie 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 Gillespie: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Gillespie?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Gillespie ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring V (4.5 of 5), Residential Home Health Of Southern Illinois (4 of 5), Anderson Home Health Services (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Gillespie?
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 51% of the $3,091 monthly median income of Gillespie 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 Gillespie
Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Staunton, IL
- Home Health Aides in Litchfield, IL
- Home Health Aides in Carlinville, IL
- Home Health Aides in Holiday Shores, IL
- Home Health Aides in Hillsboro, IL
- Home Health Aides in Bethalto, IL
- Home Health Aides in Rosewood Heights, IL
- Home Health Aides in East Alton, IL
- Home Health Aides in Wood River, IL
- Home Health Aides in Alton, IL
- Home Health Aides in Godfrey, IL
- Home Health Aides in Edwardsville, IL
- Home Health Aides in Highland, IL
- Home Health Aides in Virden, IL
- Home Health Aides in Glen Carbon, IL
- Home Health Aides in Jerseyville, IL
Other care in Gillespie
- Companion Care in Gillespie
- Dementia Care in Gillespie
- Respite Care in Gillespie
- Live-In Caregivers in Gillespie
- Post-Surgery Care in Gillespie
- Senior Transportation in Gillespie
- Nursing Assistants in Gillespie
- Personal Care in Gillespie
- Overnight Caregivers in Gillespie
- 24-Hour Home Care in Gillespie
- Mobility Assistance in Gillespie
- Parkinson’s Care in Gillespie
- Stroke Recovery Support in Gillespie
- Disability Care for Adults in Gillespie
- Hospice Support in Gillespie
- Senior Meal Preparation in Gillespie
- Senior Housekeeping in Gillespie
- Medication Reminders in Gillespie
- Veterans’ Home Care in Gillespie
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 Gillespie
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Gillespie can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
