Home Health Aides in Lancaster, SC
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Lancaster for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Lancaster, SC: the local picture
12 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Lancaster 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 South Carolina earn a median $14.48 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $13.44 and $16.33.
Lancaster has about 1,858 residents aged 65 or older, 43% of whom report a disability.
Lancaster compared with Lancaster County and South Carolina
| Census figure | Lancaster | Lancaster County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 24% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 7.3% | 11% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 14% | 9.5% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,345 | $58,060 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lancaster
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lesslie, SC | 14 mi | 419 | 16% |
| Waxhaw, NC | 15 mi | 1,861 | 24% |
| Mineral Springs, NC | 16 mi | 621 | 17% |
| Marvin, NC | 19 mi | 786 | 11% |
| Rock Hill, SC | 20 mi | 10,904 | 36% |
| Wesley Chapel, NC | 20 mi | 1,295 | 25% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Lancaster
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Healthcare Of The Triad Inc. | Charlotte, NC | 31 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (252) 206-7208 |
| Neighbors Care Home Health Agency, An Amedisys Co | Chester, SC | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (866) 327-3205 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Newberry, SC | 56 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (803) 276-0273 |
| Adoration Home Health | Rock Hill, SC | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 630-7249 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Charlotte, NC | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Pruitthealth Home Health-Columbia | Columbia, SC | 50 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (803) 626-0089 |
| Adoration Home Health | Lancaster, SC | 2.2 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (803) 286-1472 |
| Bayada Home Health Care-Rock Hill | Rock Hill, SC | 19 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (803) 281-4550 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lancaster. 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 Lancaster
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 51% of the $2,445 monthly median income of Lancaster households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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.
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Home Health Aides in Lancaster: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Lancaster?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Lancaster ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Interim Healthcare Of The Triad Inc. (5 of 5), Neighbors Care Home Health Agency, An Amedisys Co (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Lancaster?
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 51% of the $2,445 monthly median income of Lancaster households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Lesslie, SC
- Home Health Aides in Waxhaw, NC
- Home Health Aides in Mineral Springs, NC
- Home Health Aides in Marvin, NC
- Home Health Aides in Rock Hill, SC
- Home Health Aides in Wesley Chapel, NC
- Home Health Aides in Weddington, NC
- Home Health Aides in Fort Mill, SC
- Home Health Aides in Monroe, NC
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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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