Home Health Aides in Oxford, PA
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Oxford for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Oxford, PA: the local picture
12 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Oxford 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 Pennsylvania earn a median $14.14 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $13.65 and $16.55.
Oxford has about 971 residents aged 65 or older, 20% of whom report a disability.
Oxford compared with Chester County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Oxford | Chester County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 20% | 23% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 52% | 23% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 20% | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,875 | $84,884 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oxford
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun, MD | 7.2 mi | 353 | 44% |
| West Grove, PA | 8.4 mi | 331 | 22% |
| Quarryville, PA | 12 mi | 461 | 30% |
| North East, MD | 12 mi | 561 | 29% |
| Parkesburg, PA | 13 mi | 552 | 42% |
| North Star, DE | 13 mi | 1,779 | 24% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Oxford
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revolutionary Home Health Inc. | Oreland, PA | 48 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (215) 600-3360 |
| Penn Medicine Home Health Lancaster General Health | Lancaster, PA | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 397-8251 |
| Main Line Health Home Care & Hospice - Home Health | Radnor, PA | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (888) 533-3999 |
| Mercy Home Health | Newtown, PA | 63 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (267) 569-0760 |
| Accentcare Health Of Pennsylvania | Bristol, PA | 64 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (215) 826-0900 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Exton, PA | 25 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (484) 875-0200 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Lancaster, PA | 27 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (717) 435-1090 |
| Residential Home Health Of Carlisle LLC | Havertown, PA | 38 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (888) 923-5842 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oxford. 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 Oxford
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,490 monthly median income of Oxford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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.
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Home Health Aides in Oxford: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Oxford?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Oxford ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Revolutionary Home Health Inc. (5 of 5), Penn Medicine Home Health Lancaster General Health (4 of 5), Main Line Health Home Care & Hospice - Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Oxford?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,490 monthly median income of Oxford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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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