Home Health Aides in Polk City, 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 Polk City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Polk City, FL: the local picture
28 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Polk City ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 8 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.
Polk City has about 599 residents aged 65 or older, 31% of whom report a disability.
Polk City compared with Polk County and Florida
| Census figure | Polk City | Polk County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 20% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 2.1% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 9.0% | 24% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.7% | 12% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 36% | 28% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $90,833 | $50,939 | — |
Older residents in towns around Polk City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburndale, FL | 5.3 mi | 3,161 | 28% |
| Lake Alfred, FL | 7.5 mi | 1,215 | 33% |
| Fussels Corner, FL | 8.7 mi | 1,904 | 26% |
| Combee Settlement, FL | 9.5 mi | 679 | 40% |
| Inwood, FL | 11 mi | 1,129 | 24% |
| Crystal Lake, FL | 11 mi | 630 | 29% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Polk City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Lakeland, FL | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (863) 648-9118 |
| Medical Services Of America Home Health | Tampa, FL | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 626-9888 |
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Tampa, FL | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 963-1200 |
| Healthy Services Of Tampa Inc | Tampa, FL | 43 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 932-9911 |
| Origin Home Health Care | Apollo Beach, FL | 45 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (813) 641-0500 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Bradenton, FL | 65 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Amedisys Home Health | Winter Haven, FL | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Concierge Home Care | Lakeland, FL | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (863) 644-5991 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Polk City. 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 Polk City
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 19% of the $7,569 monthly median income of Polk City 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Home Health Aides in Polk City: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Polk City?
Medicare lists 28 certified agencies whose service area includes Polk City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Medical Services Of America Home Health (4.5 of 5), Trilogy Home Healthcare (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Polk City?
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 19% of the $7,569 monthly median income of Polk City 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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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Auburndale, FL
- Home Health Aides in Lake Alfred, FL
- Home Health Aides in Fussels Corner, FL
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- Home Health Aides in Crystal Lake, FL
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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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