Home Health Aides in River Ridge, 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 River Ridge for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in River Ridge, FL: the local picture
46 Medicare-certified home health agencies list River Ridge 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 Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $15.16 and $17.25.
River Ridge has about 1,137 residents aged 65 or older, 27% of whom report a disability.
River Ridge compared with Pasco County and Florida
| Census figure | River Ridge | Pasco County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 34% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 22% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 27% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 11% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 11% | 19% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $63,482 | $48,950 | — |
Older residents in towns around River Ridge
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moon Lake, FL | 2.5 mi | 595 | 50% |
| New Port Richey East, FL | 4.2 mi | 3,167 | 37% |
| Jasmine Estates, FL | 4.4 mi | 3,771 | 39% |
| Bayonet Point, FL | 5.4 mi | 7,768 | 45% |
| New Port Richey, FL | 5.8 mi | 5,205 | 37% |
| Meadow Oaks, FL | 6.0 mi | 1,224 | 27% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving River Ridge
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Land O Lakes, FL | 8.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 920-9389 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Palm Harbor, FL | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Comfort Home Health Agency Inc | Palm Harbor, FL | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 682-0053 |
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Clearwater, FL | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (727) 803-6982 |
| Primecare Home Health | Saint Petersburg, FL | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 345-3600 |
| Aspire Home Care | Clearwater, FL | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 799-5300 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare At Home | Clearwater, FL | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 588-5200 |
| Classic Home Health Services | Clearwater, FL | 24 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (727) 339-5214 |
Straight-line miles from the center of River Ridge. 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 River Ridge
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 27% of the $5,290 monthly median income of River Ridge 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.
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Home Health Aides in River Ridge: common questions
Which home health agencies serve River Ridge?
Medicare lists 46 certified agencies whose service area includes River Ridge ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Aveanna Home Health (4.5 of 5), Comfort Home Health Agency Inc (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in River Ridge?
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 27% of the $5,290 monthly median income of River Ridge 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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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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