Home Health Aides in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Shrewsbury, PA: the local picture
9 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Shrewsbury 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.
Shrewsbury has about 1,020 residents aged 65 or older, 41% of whom report a disability.
Shrewsbury compared with York County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Shrewsbury | York County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 6.1% | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.7% | 8.7% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 5.5% | 8.3% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $38,201 | $55,711 | — |
Older residents in towns around Shrewsbury
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Freedom, PA | 2.6 mi | 1,059 | 22% |
| Dallastown, PA | 9.1 mi | 387 | 46% |
| Red Lion, PA | 9.6 mi | 972 | 41% |
| Spry, PA | 9.8 mi | 1,004 | 24% |
| Grantley, PA | 12 mi | 664 | 13% |
| Valley View, PA | 12 mi | 372 | 40% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Shrewsbury
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellspan Vna Home Care | York, PA | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 812-4433 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Lancaster, PA | 28 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 291-8396 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Central Pennsylvania | Elizabethtown, PA | 27 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 367-2571 |
| Memorial White Rose Home Health | York, PA | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (717) 900-6871 |
| Enhabit Home Health | York, PA | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 767-8772 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Harrisburg, PA | 35 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 561-8800 |
| Residential Home Health Of Carlisle, LLC | Mechanicsburg, PA | 36 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (888) 923-5842 |
| Spiritrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice | Chambersburg, PA | 53 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (717) 264-8178 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury
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 38% of the $3,183 monthly median income of Shrewsbury 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.
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 Shrewsbury: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Shrewsbury?
Medicare lists 9 certified agencies whose service area includes Shrewsbury ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Wellspan Vna Home Care (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4 of 5), Accentcare Home Health Of Central Pennsylvania (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Shrewsbury?
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 38% of the $3,183 monthly median income of Shrewsbury 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.
More senior care near Shrewsbury
Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in New Freedom, PA
- Home Health Aides in Dallastown, PA
- Home Health Aides in Red Lion, PA
- Home Health Aides in Spry, PA
- Home Health Aides in Grantley, PA
- Home Health Aides in Valley View, PA
- Home Health Aides in West York, PA
- Home Health Aides in East York, PA
- Home Health Aides in York, PA
- Home Health Aides in Manchester, MD
- Home Health Aides in Hampstead, MD
- Home Health Aides in North York, PA
- Home Health Aides in Stonybrook, PA
- Home Health Aides in Shiloh, PA
- Home Health Aides in Parkville, PA
- Home Health Aides in Pleasureville, PA
Other care in Shrewsbury
- Companion Care in Shrewsbury
- Dementia Care in Shrewsbury
- Respite Care in Shrewsbury
- Live-In Caregivers in Shrewsbury
- Post-Surgery Care in Shrewsbury
- Senior Transportation in Shrewsbury
- Nursing Assistants in Shrewsbury
- Personal Care in Shrewsbury
- Overnight Caregivers in Shrewsbury
- 24-Hour Home Care in Shrewsbury
- Mobility Assistance in Shrewsbury
- Parkinson’s Care in Shrewsbury
- Stroke Recovery Support in Shrewsbury
- Disability Care for Adults in Shrewsbury
- Hospice Support in Shrewsbury
- Senior Meal Preparation in Shrewsbury
- Senior Housekeeping in Shrewsbury
- Medication Reminders in Shrewsbury
- Veterans’ Home Care in Shrewsbury
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.
Find home health aides in Shrewsbury
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Shrewsbury can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
