Home Health Aides in West Fork, AR
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in West Fork for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in West Fork, AR: the local picture
7 Medicare-certified home health agencies list West Fork 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 Arkansas earn a median $13.30 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $12.61 and $14.06.
West Fork has about 441 residents aged 65 or older, 26% of whom report a disability.
West Fork compared with Washington County and Arkansas
| Census figure | West Fork | Washington County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 30% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 12% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 28% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 9.8% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 3.9% | 17% | 8.3% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $44,076 | $55,171 | — |
Older residents in towns around West Fork
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Grove, AR | 7.7 mi | 1,063 | 35% |
| Farmington, AR | 8.1 mi | 1,392 | 30% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 9.5 mi | 9,725 | 29% |
| Elkins, AR | 10 mi | 579 | 41% |
| Lincoln, AR | 13 mi | 371 | 29% |
| Johnson, AR | 14 mi | 228 | 27% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving West Fork
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Home Health | Springdale, AR | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (479) 756-5002 |
| Adoration Home Health | Van Buren, AR | 34 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (479) 474-4892 |
| Kindred At Home 1 | Fort Smith, AR | 42 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (479) 452-0424 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Springdale, AR | 17 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (479) 442-6363 |
| Northwest Home Health | Springdale, AR | 18 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (479) 751-1601 |
| Care Iv Home Health | Fayetteville, AR | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (479) 750-1155 |
| Washington Regional Home Health | Fayetteville, AR | 11 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (479) 713-1840 |
Straight-line miles from the center of West Fork. 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 West Fork
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $3,673 monthly median income of West Fork households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 West Fork: common questions
Which home health agencies serve West Fork?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes West Fork ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elite Home Health (4 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4 of 5), Kindred At Home 1 (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in West Fork?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $3,673 monthly median income of West Fork households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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