Home Health Aides in Mount Vernon, MO
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Mount Vernon for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Mount Vernon, MO: the local picture
7 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Mount Vernon 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 Missouri earn a median $15.90 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $13.75 and $17.82.
Mount Vernon has about 889 residents aged 65 or older, 35% of whom report a disability.
Mount Vernon compared with Lawrence County and Missouri
| Census figure | Mount Vernon | Lawrence County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 35% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.9% | 10% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 1.7% | 8.3% | 6.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,114 | $44,713 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mount Vernon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora, MO | 11 mi | 1,386 | 39% |
| Marionville, MO | 12 mi | 440 | 40% |
| Monett, MO | 14 mi | 1,761 | 33% |
| Clever, MO | 20 mi | 235 | 44% |
| Republic, MO | 23 mi | 3,124 | 41% |
| Battlefield, MO | 25 mi | 1,200 | 27% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Mount Vernon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Home Care And Hospice | Springfield, MO | 32 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (417) 881-7442 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri | Joplin, MO | 38 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (417) 206-6500 |
| Coxhealth At Home | Springfield, MO | 28 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 269-4663 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Springfield, MO | 32 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 883-1648 |
| Integrity Home Care + Hospice | Springfield, MO | 32 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 889-9773 |
| Haven Home Health & Therapy | Ozark, MO | 35 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 581-1234 |
| Terrace Home Health | Springfield, MO | 29 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (417) 244-0000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mount Vernon. 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 Mount Vernon
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,593 monthly median income of Mount Vernon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid 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.
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Home Health Aides in Mount Vernon: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Mount Vernon?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Mount Vernon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Phoenix Home Care And Hospice (4 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri (4 of 5), Coxhealth At Home (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Mount Vernon?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,593 monthly median income of Mount Vernon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri'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.
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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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