Home Health Aides in Grant-Valkaria, FL
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Grant-Valkaria for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Grant-Valkaria, FL: the local picture
26 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Grant-Valkaria 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 Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $15.16 and $17.25.
Grant-Valkaria has about 2,035 residents aged 65 or older, 34% of whom report a disability.
Grant-Valkaria compared with Brevard County and Florida
| Census figure | Grant-Valkaria | Brevard County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 41% | 24% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 5.4% | 26% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.7% | 8.1% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 4.4% | 12% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $92,852 | $58,980 | — |
Older residents in towns around Grant-Valkaria
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malabar, FL | 3.8 mi | 590 | 24% |
| Palm Bay, FL | 6.2 mi | 24,719 | 37% |
| Micco, FL | 6.3 mi | 5,460 | 33% |
| Melbourne Beach, FL | 9.2 mi | 986 | 16% |
| West Melbourne, FL | 9.8 mi | 5,451 | 40% |
| Indialantic, FL | 10 mi | 769 | 15% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Grant-Valkaria
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Orlando, FL | 59 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (407) 259-2272 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Palm Bay, FL | 7.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Mederi Caretenders | Viera, FL | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (325) 253-2200 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare At Home | Melbourne, FL | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (321) 984-0223 |
| Tehc LLC | Rockledge, FL | 28 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (321) 453-5535 |
| Nhc Homecare | Merritt Island, FL | 33 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (321) 459-9111 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Orlando, FL | 62 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (407) 846-2252 |
| Mederi Caretenders | Palm Bay, FL | 8.7 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (321) 308-0321 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Grant-Valkaria. 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 Grant-Valkaria
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $7,738 monthly median income of Grant-Valkaria households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Grant-Valkaria: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Grant-Valkaria?
Medicare lists 26 certified agencies whose service area includes Grant-Valkaria ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Trilogy Home Healthcare (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Mederi Caretenders (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Grant-Valkaria?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $7,738 monthly median income of Grant-Valkaria households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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