Home Health Aides in Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ
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Home Health Aides in Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ: the local picture
4 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Rutgers University-Busch Campus ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 4 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 New Jersey earn a median $17.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $16.67 and $21.43.
Rutgers University-Busch Campus has about 9 residents aged 65 or older.
Rutgers University-Busch Campus compared with Middlesex County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Rutgers University-Busch Campus | Middlesex County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.2% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.1% | 1.8% | 2.1% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 19% | 47% | 33% |
Older residents in towns around Rutgers University-Busch Campus
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-Livingston Campus, NJ | 1.2 mi | 0 | — |
| East Franklin, NJ | 1.8 mi | 1,015 | 56% |
| Somerset, NJ | 1.9 mi | 3,905 | 27% |
| Highland Park, NJ | 2.5 mi | 1,598 | 31% |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 2.6 mi | 3,626 | 37% |
| South Bound Brook, NJ | 3.9 mi | 640 | 26% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Rutgers University-Busch Campus
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Wood Johnson Visiting Nurses, Inc | North Brunswick, NJ | 4.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 224-6991 |
| Atlantic Visiting Nurse | Morristown, NJ | 19 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 379-8400 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Cranford, NJ | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (908) 352-5694 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice | Toms River, NJ | 41 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 818-6872 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rutgers University-Busch Campus. 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 Rutgers University-Busch Campus
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Rutgers University-Busch Campus: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Rutgers University-Busch Campus?
Medicare lists 4 certified agencies whose service area includes Rutgers University-Busch Campus ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Robert Wood Johnson Visiting Nurses, Inc (4.5 of 5), Atlantic Visiting Nurse (4.5 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Rutgers University-Busch Campus?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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