Home Health Aides in South Highpoint, 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 South Highpoint for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in South Highpoint, FL: the local picture
48 Medicare-certified home health agencies list South Highpoint 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.
South Highpoint has about 641 residents aged 65 or older, 49% of whom report a disability.
South Highpoint compared with Pinellas County and Florida
| Census figure | South Highpoint | Pinellas County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 49% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 26% | 21% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 3.5% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 32% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 23% | 12% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 30% | 16% | 31% |
Older residents in towns around South Highpoint
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feather Sound, FL | 1.3 mi | 840 | 14% |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 3.7 mi | 12,027 | 37% |
| Largo, FL | 3.9 mi | 23,099 | 34% |
| Bardmoor, FL | 4.7 mi | 2,275 | 29% |
| Clearwater, FL | 5.9 mi | 28,231 | 31% |
| Ridgecrest, FL | 6.1 mi | 579 | 13% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving South Highpoint
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Clearwater, FL | 4.4 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (727) 531-0300 |
| Southeast Homecare | Saint Petersburg, FL | 5.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 546-8900 |
| Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus | Saint Petersburg, FL | 5.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 577-7990 |
| Concierge Home Care | Clearwater, FL | 0.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Enhabit Home Health | Clearwater, FL | 2.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 532-9900 |
| Aspire Home Care | Clearwater, FL | 4.4 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 | 4.4 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 | 5.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (727) 339-5214 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Highpoint. 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 South Highpoint
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. 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 South Highpoint: common questions
Which home health agencies serve South Highpoint?
Medicare lists 48 certified agencies whose service area includes South Highpoint ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Southeast Homecare (5 of 5), Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in South Highpoint?
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. 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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