Home Health Aides in Granite Falls, WA
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Granite Falls for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Granite Falls, WA: the local picture
6 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Granite Falls ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 6 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 Washington earn a median $22.95 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $21.45 and $23.38.
Granite Falls has about 623 residents aged 65 or older, 65% of whom report a disability.
Granite Falls compared with Snohomish County and Washington
| Census figure | Granite Falls | Snohomish County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 65% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 26% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 12% | 24% | 21% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,694 | $69,352 | — |
Older residents in towns around Granite Falls
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Creek, WA | 1.5 mi | 522 | 29% |
| Lochsloy, WA | 3.9 mi | 651 | 33% |
| Lake Cassidy, WA | 5.5 mi | 682 | 24% |
| Sisco Heights, WA | 6.8 mi | 540 | 24% |
| Lake Stevens, WA | 8.4 mi | 3,450 | 37% |
| Marysville, WA | 8.6 mi | 10,232 | 43% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Granite Falls
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Home Health | Everett, WA | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 299-1302 |
| Evergreenhealth Home Care Services | Kirkland, WA | 28 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 899-3300 |
| Eden Home Health | Bellingham, WA | 54 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 734-5410 |
| Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County | Everett, WA | 16 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 261-4800 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Burlington, WA | 32 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (425) 861-3850 |
| Assured Home Health | Mountlake Terrace, WA | 26 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (206) 364-1484 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Granite Falls. 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 Granite Falls
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $5,058 monthly median income of Granite Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Granite Falls: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Granite Falls?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Granite Falls ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Alpha Home Health (5 of 5), Evergreenhealth Home Care Services (4.5 of 5), Eden Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Granite Falls?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $5,058 monthly median income of Granite Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Granite Falls
Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Canyon Creek, WA
- Home Health Aides in Lochsloy, WA
- Home Health Aides in Lake Cassidy, WA
- Home Health Aides in Sisco Heights, WA
- Home Health Aides in Lake Stevens, WA
- Home Health Aides in Marysville, WA
- Home Health Aides in Three Lakes, WA
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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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