Home Health Aides in Tarentum, 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 Tarentum for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Tarentum, PA: the local picture
19 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Tarentum ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 7 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.
Tarentum has about 766 residents aged 65 or older, 42% of whom report a disability.
Tarentum compared with Allegheny County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Tarentum | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 31% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.5% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 34% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 30% | 10% | 9.9% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 3.0% | 8.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,103 | $54,654 | — |
Older residents in towns around Tarentum
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenridge, PA | 1.1 mi | 576 | 24% |
| Arnold, PA | 1.8 mi | 922 | 42% |
| Natrona Heights, PA | 2.2 mi | 1,561 | 29% |
| New Kensington, PA | 2.2 mi | 2,696 | 36% |
| Lower Burrell, PA | 2.6 mi | 2,946 | 25% |
| Springdale, PA | 4.5 mi | 921 | 38% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Tarentum
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medi Home Health Agency Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 242-8540 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Butler, PA | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (724) 284-4663 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Pa | Uniontown, PA | 49 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 438-6660 |
| Presbyterian Seniorcare At Home, Inc | Verona, PA | 8.7 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 826-4055 |
| Family Home Health LP | Monroeville, PA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 856-4000 |
| Anova Home Healthcare Services Inc | Carnegie, PA | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 681-1044 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Pittsburgh, Inc. | Pittsburgh, PA | 8.0 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 436-2200 |
| Concordia Visiting Nurses | Cabot, PA | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 352-6200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Tarentum. 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 Tarentum
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 34% of the $3,592 monthly median income of Tarentum 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 Tarentum: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Tarentum?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Tarentum ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Medi Home Health Agency Inc (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Pa (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Tarentum?
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 34% of the $3,592 monthly median income of Tarentum 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.
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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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