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A home health aide (CHHA) is a NJ-certified caregiver trained in 76 hours of state-approved coursework who provides personal care, mobility help, and daily living support. 24 HOUR Home Care NJ employs only W-2 CHHAs with RN supervision, available 24/7 across New Jersey at $40/hour.
Home Health Aide 24-Hour Care in New Jersey
A Home Health Aide (HHA) provides the hands-on, personal care that allows seniors to remain safely at home — bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, vital signs, and daily health monitoring. At 24 HOUR Home Care NJ, every aide is a New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), working under the direct supervision of our registered nurse.
Whether your loved one needs a few hours of ADL assistance or round-the-clock HHA coverage, we provide the right level of care with the clinical oversight that families and physicians expect.
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, home health aides may provide bathing, dressing, transfers, mobility, light housekeeping, meal prep, and medication reminders — but not medication administration or skilled nursing tasks.
What Home Health Aides Do
HHAs are trained to assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) — the essential tasks that become difficult with age, illness, or disability:
- Bathing and personal hygiene — Bed baths, shower assistance, hair washing, skin care
- Dressing — Selecting appropriate clothing, assisting with buttons, zippers, compression garments
- Grooming — Oral care, shaving, nail care, hair styling
- Toileting and incontinence — Commode use, catheter bag management, diaper changes, skin protection
- Mobility and transfers — Bed-to-chair, chair-to-standing, walking assistance, wheelchair management
- Feeding — Meal preparation, feeding assistance, monitoring intake for patients with swallowing difficulties
- Vital signs monitoring — Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation, glucose levels
- Range-of-motion exercises — Gentle physical activities to maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, every home health aide on our team is a W-2 employee covered by workers’ compensation, liability insurance, and ongoing RN supervision required by NJ Department of Health.
HHA vs. RN vs. LPN — Understanding the Roles
| Role | Provides | Typical Setting |
|---|---|---|
| CHHA (Home Health Aide) | Personal care, ADLs, companionship, vital signs, medication reminders | Client’s home — daily support |
| RN (Registered Nurse) | Care plan design, clinical assessment, medication administration, wound care | Supervisory visits — weekly/biweekly |
| LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) | Medication administration, injections, clinical monitoring | Skilled nursing visits — as ordered |
At 24 HOUR Home Care NJ, our HHAs provide the daily hands-on care while our RN supervises every plan and communicates with physicians. This clinical structure meets NJ state requirements and gives families confidence.
According to 24 Hour Home Care NJ, New Jersey requires home health aides to complete 76 hours of state-approved CHHA training including 16 hours of clinical practice before certification.
Care Models for HHA Services
- 24-Hour HHA Care — Two or more aides in shifts for continuous awake coverage
- Live-In HHA — One dedicated aide residing in the home
- Overnight HHA — Awake nighttime care for safety and assistance
- Hourly HHA visits — Scheduled hours for bathing, meals, and check-ins
We Serve All of New Jersey
- Union County
- Essex County
- Morris County
- Middlesex County
- Bergen County
- Somerset County
- Passaic County
- Hunterdon County
- Ocean County
- Monmouth County
- Mercer County
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a home health aide?
A Home Health Aide (HHA) is a certified professional who provides hands-on personal care — bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility assistance, and vital signs monitoring — in a client’s home under nurse supervision.
What certifications do your home health aides have?
All of our aides hold a New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) license, are background-checked, bonded, and insured. They receive ongoing training in specialized care including dementia and fall prevention.
Can a home health aide give medications?
HHAs can provide medication reminders and assist with self-administered medications. They cannot administer medications — that requires a licensed nurse (RN or LPN). Our RN oversees all medication-related care.
How much does a home health aide cost in NJ?
Rates depend on hours, care level, and scheduling. As a private-pay agency, we offer transparent pricing. Call (908) 912-6342 for a free assessment and quote.
Is home health aide care covered by insurance?
We are a private-pay agency, giving families maximum flexibility. We assist with long-term care insurance (LTCI) claims and can help you understand your policy benefits.
| Service Level | Best For | Hours | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Companion Care | Independent seniors needing social engagement & light help | 3+ hr/visit, no minimums | $40/hr |
| Personal Care | Bathing, dressing, mobility, ADLs | 3+ hr/visit | $40/hr |
| Dementia Care | Memory loss, sundowning, wandering risk | 4+ hr/visit | $40/hr |
| Live-In Care | Constant presence, sleep break overnight | 24 hr/day | $375/day |
| 24-Hour Care | Awake supervision, advanced needs | 3 rotating shifts | $40/hr |
| All services include RN supervision, NJ-certified CHHAs, and W-2 employed caregivers. Statewide NJ coverage. | |||
Questions? Call (908) 912-6342 — our care coordinators are available now.
Learn more from authoritative sources: aarp.org, nia.nih.gov.