Home Health Aides in Syosset, NY
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Syosset for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Syosset, NY: the local picture
18 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Syosset 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 New York earn a median $19.05 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $18.59 and $21.05.
Syosset has about 2,759 residents aged 65 or older, 30% of whom report a disability.
Syosset compared with Nassau County and New York
| Census figure | Syosset | Nassau County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 2.6% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 20% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 6.7% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 36% | 31% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $90,531 | $100,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around Syosset
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muttontown, NY | 1.9 mi | 725 | 19% |
| East Norwich, NY | 2.7 mi | 459 | 33% |
| Plainview, NY | 2.8 mi | 5,941 | 23% |
| Jericho, NY | 2.8 mi | 2,776 | 27% |
| West Hills, NY | 3.6 mi | 1,129 | 18% |
| Brookville, NY | 3.6 mi | 303 | 23% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Syosset
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Westbury, NY | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (516) 746-8013 |
| Emerest Home Health Care Of Long Island | Flushing, NY | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (914) 693-6800 |
| Vns Of NY Home Care Chha | New York, NY | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (212) 609-7300 |
| Americare Certified Special Services, Inc Chha | Brooklyn, NY | 26 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (718) 535-3100 |
| Revival Home Health Care | Staten Island, NY | 34 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (718) 629-1000 |
| MT. Sinai At Home | Westbury, NY | 5.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (716) 632-6420 |
| Tender Loving Care, An Amedisys Company | Carle Place, NY | 7.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (516) 935-3737 |
| Extended Home Care | Brooklyn, NY | 29 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (212) 356-4200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Syosset. 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 Syosset
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,544 monthly median income of Syosset households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Syosset: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Syosset?
Medicare lists 18 certified agencies whose service area includes Syosset ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Emerest Home Health Care Of Long Island (5 of 5), Vns Of NY Home Care Chha (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Syosset?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $7,544 monthly median income of Syosset households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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; 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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