Home Health Aides in Pine Bluff, AR
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Pine Bluff for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Pine Bluff, AR: the local picture
10 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Pine Bluff 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 Arkansas earn a median $13.30 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $12.61 and $14.06.
Pine Bluff has about 6,653 residents aged 65 or older, 44% of whom report a disability.
Pine Bluff compared with Jefferson County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Pine Bluff | Jefferson County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 41% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 31% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 13% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 2.9% | 3.1% | 8.3% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,280 | $42,056 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pine Bluff
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hall, AR | 6.5 mi | 771 | 32% |
| Sheridan, AR | 25 mi | 952 | 49% |
| East End, AR | 30 mi | 1,103 | 20% |
| Landmark, AR | 32 mi | 676 | 26% |
| Stuttgart, AR | 33 mi | 1,315 | 54% |
| Fordyce, AR | 36 mi | 824 | 68% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Pine Bluff
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindred At Home | Monticello, AR | 43 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (870) 412-4610 |
| Jefferson Homecare | White Hall, AR | 6.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 534-3420 |
| Uams Health-Home Health | Searcy, AR | 73 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (501) 268-2292 |
| Commonspirit Health | Little Rock, AR | 43 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (501) 664-4933 |
| Trinity Home Health Of Arkansas | Hot Springs, AR | 58 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (501) 321-0708 |
| Trinity North Home Health LLC | Jonesboro, AR | 135 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy | (870) 932-7463 |
| Delta Memorial Hospital Hha | Dumas, AR | 38 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 382-4045 |
| Baptist Health Home Health Network-Drew County | Monticello, AR | 43 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 367-1154 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pine Bluff. 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 Pine Bluff
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,023 monthly median income of Pine Bluff households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 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 Pine Bluff: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Pine Bluff?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Pine Bluff ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Kindred At Home (5 of 5), Jefferson Homecare (4 of 5), Uams Health-Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Pine Bluff?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,023 monthly median income of Pine Bluff households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in White Hall, AR
- Home Health Aides in Sheridan, AR
- Home Health Aides in East End, AR
- Home Health Aides in Landmark, AR
- Home Health Aides in Stuttgart, AR
- Home Health Aides in Fordyce, AR
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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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